What are the origins of Snowmen? The odd round snow sculptures aren’t associated with a religious message, but remain a fixture during the winter holidays.
Festive Rituals of the World: Christmas Gifts in Western Cultures
Christmas gifts are another staple of the Holiday Season – why do we spend huge sums of money every year on wrapping material objects in paper and bows?
Christmas Trees in Festive Rituals of the Western European Tribes and Associated Cultures
The Western European Tribes, and associated cultures, have assimilated African and Roman traditions into Christian rituals involving evergreens and gifts.
Steven Pinker on the Consequences of Semantics in Politics
Deciding To Cross: Why Illegal U.S./Mexico Border Crossing Is About More Than Simple Economics
What motivates people to cross the U.S. border from Mexico illegally, despite the dangers? A new study says it depends on the attitudes of the migrant.
What is Biological or Physical Anthropology? Studying Hominids, Primates, and Ourselves
Scientists study primates, early hominids, and humans to understand how we developed as a species in a field known as physical anthropology.
Aristolochic Acid – History and use in Chinese Herbal Medicines
When Did “Adam” and “Eve” Meet? New Research Says it Happened Between 148 to 120K Years Ago
How long ago did Adam’ and ‘Eve’ live, and did they even live at the same time? New research places our ultimate human ancestors far back into antiquity.
