Cultivated lawns, cleared cattle pastures and carefully groomed hair all reflect a shared cultural logic, according to a new book by UC Santa Barbara anthropology professor Jeffrey Hoelle.

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Radar data from an agricultural area in South Africa, shown in a vivid color palette, reveal crop types and how they changed during the Southern Hemisphere's growing season.

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Deadly hantavirus and ebola outbreaks have raised pandemic fears. Dr. Peter Hotez explains that the risk of zoonotic diseases is rising.

All Blacks legend Sir John Kirwan insists it is time for change and that New Zealand must move on from Super Rugby. The southern hemisphere tournament was created after the game went professional in ...

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History does not always announce its turning points with ceremony. Sometimes it reveals them through the clarity of a single decision. President Donald Trump’s choice to place outgoing Department of ...