Discover the Human World
Economists believe innovation destroys jobs in one part of the economy, but creates more jobs, better jobs or better stuff elsewhere in the economy. The result is a more growth and better livelihoods. But not everyone agrees with the theory. Read more
Five new social science books with blurbs on each: Read more
Some believe militant Islamists are motivated by a hatred of freedom. But actually, acts of terrorism are a concoction of historical, social and psychological factors, according to those who study the issue. Read more
One might think it’s because of America’s individualistic, make-it-your-own-way values. But the difference may actually stem from the way our institutions are set up. Read more