Columns

Why Fanta is healthier in Europe

Opinion Writer - February 15, 2026

The dangers of the Type A lifestyle

ColumnsOpinion Writer - February 13, 2026

It’s safe to say that we’ve been sold a lie: that exhaustion merits a badge of honor that awards us the epitome of...

The danger of ignoring social science expertise

ColumnsAlexander Randall - February 11, 2026

Picture this. Your car brakes start to make a grinding noise, a hazard light glows on your dashboard and you know absolutely nothing...

Video killed the radio star — and our patience too

ColumnsOpinion Writer - February 9, 2026

Editor’s note: This article was republished on February 9, 2026 following an updated website transfer that caused it to be removed. The article...

Let’s talk about periods

ColumnsDeanza Jayaputri Andriansyah - February 9, 2026

The often taboo topic of menstruation reflects the dismissal and invalidation of women’s health. The health concerns of people who menstruate are often...

The comforting allure of AI therapy

ColumnsSara Khan - February 9, 2026

While an inaccessibility to therapy was documented as a problem in the U.S., instant accessibility to chatbot therapy — the very opposite —...

Public schools should automatically give students public library cards

ColumnsOpinion Writer - February 8, 2026

Public libraries are an essential aspect of America’s social safety net, yet their patrons are predominantly white, wealthy and urban. For libraries to...

Why Gavin Newsom can’t mock Trump without becoming him

ColumnsOpinion Writer - February 8, 2026

“Newsom was right about everything!” This slogan is plastered across California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s new merchandise. The hats are part of Newsom’s new attempts...

Being over men is still about men

ColumnsSara Khan - February 8, 2026

British Vogue published a piece asking if having a boyfriend is embarrassing now, initiating debate online about women’s personal relationship statuses since the...