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From Superman’s lighthearted take to Sinners’ emotional coda, the role of blockbuster post‑credits scenes is evolving.
From belief to bias, sports fandom mirrors religion in the brain, creating identity, community, and emotional highs.
Anime characters often face challenges that connect to long-standing Buddhist and Shintō teachings. In this course, students look closely at what anime is saying about life.
How have our shared visions of American ideals influenced the meaning of patriotism? How has this definition evolved over ...
That means both atheists and theists often “decide” what they believe ... Belief may not begin with choice—but responsibility does. Whether you are a theist, atheist, or somewhere in between, the real ...
Responsibility is not just about morality. It’s about who steps in when things go wrong — who takes ownership, who fixes, who stays back, and who looks up. At the heart of human belief lies a ...
This Thursday marks 160 years since the origin of Juneteenth. Here's what to know about the holiday and why' it's celebrated.
As the term “AAPI” gains visibility in conversations about identity and representations, it’s worth taking a moment to ask: What does “AAPI” mean, and who does it include?
Religion What does the papal name Leo mean? The history behind the new pope’s name. Pope Leo XIV says he chose the name in honor of Leo XIII, connecting his predecessor’s focus on workers ...
This week, a friend arrived at our weekly supper club with a large Black Forest gateau. Slicing into it revealed unctuous layers of rum-soaked chocolate sponge, cream, jam, meringue, and chocolate ...