Fake news, in all its glory, is once again permeating our social discourse. It inundates popular culture and confuses the hell out of all of us as we struggle to understand: What is fake, and can we ...

The vast catalog of the world’s great mythologies can be examined as a compendium of insights into the human condition. In particular, the myth of the “hero’s journey” is an archetype of the ...

Greek mythology’s influence on modern literature and art is undeniable, forming the basis of storytelling, symbolism, and creativity.

Every school child learns the mythology of Paul Revere's ride. Though the truth is murkier, the story has inspired ...

Every successful modern e-gadget is a combination of components made by many makers. The story of how the transistor became the building block of modern machines explains why. hero inventor.png ...

One look at the master schedule for the Tucson Festival of Books is enough to overwhelm anyone: There are dozens of panels, Q&A sessions and informative talks of all sorts. On Sunday, there will also ...

The myths and mythical themes of "In Search Of Myths And Heroes" are alive and well today in literature and film. Test your mythological savvy with this quiz. The third of Michael Wood's historical ...

From relatively early in its history, the so-called jazz community was divided—sometimes bitterly so—over the definition of jazz, and more significantly, over ownership. That much hasn't changed. As ...