While the magazine has closed, its living archive endures—open to all and preserving the many ideas, voices, and discoveries that deepen our understanding of what it means to be human.
Razia Sultan has faced persecution, imprisonment, and torture in Kashmir since she was 16 years old. Her courageous story highlights how India’s military occupation of Kashmir has impacted the region’s women and shaped their struggles for survival and dignity.
Inside a Moroccan Marijuana FarmAn unwitting traveler finds himself on a tour of one of North Africa’s largest underground attractions.
Why We Need Transnational Social Protection for MigrantsDespite the recent rise in nationalism in the U.S. and Europe, international migration will continue to be part of our world.
Locking Up Families Is Inhumane—and UnconstitutionalThe United States is imprisoning more and more asylum-seekers from Central America—including mothers and children—in detention centers, perpetuating a culture of fear and hatred toward immigrants.
Why Do We Keep Using the Word “Caucasian”?When a term signifies something that does not exist, we need to examine our use of it.
A Field Guide to Trump’s SwampWell before his inauguration, Trump’s incoming administration and Cabinet picks were breaking down definitions of conflict of interest and stretching the bounds of normalcy. Far from “draining the swamp,” Trump has added to it.
The Hidden World of Car Parking HelpersInformal parking assistance is a critical but contentious source of income for the urban poor in big cities around the globe.
A Weak Commission Brought Forth Survivors’ Truths, but Has It Made Reconciliation Possible?The Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada gave voice to the violence committed in Indian residential schools. Unfortunately, it failed to fully achieve either healing or justice among many of those involved.
On Instagram, a Journey From Bear to BileInstagram user accounts reveal how bears are honored as part of nature—or turned into cold hard cash.
The Flipside of Counterfeit GoodsWhile imitation electronics bearing brand names like Apple are often illegal, partaking in these forbidden fruits may not be as sinful as it appears.
