It's common knowledge that smoking presents a risk to pregnant women and their unborn children but a recent, long-term study reveals strong evidence that secondhand smoke can also cause significant problems. ...more

February 16, 2009

"The Beautiful Soul of John Woolman, Apostle of Abolition," by Thomas P. Slaughter (Hill and Wang, $27) ...more

December 7, 2008

Rappers often refer to themselves and members of their posses as soldiers. ...more

October 7, 2008

They are a mysterious, almost mythical group, the Rainbow Family of Living Light, gathering again this summer to party and pray for peace, many appearing wild and unwashed, barefoot and bearded, secretive and standoffish. ...more

June 29, 2008

Living to 100 is easier than you might think. Surprising research suggests that even people who develop heart disease or diabetes late in life have a decent shot at reaching the century mark. ...more

February 12, 2008

Mahatma Gandhi's grandson resigned from the peace institute he co-founded after condemnation of his comments that Israel and the Jews are the biggest players in a culture of violence that "is eventually going to destroy humanity." ...more

January 26, 2008