Dictionaries are typically viewed as being value-neutral. But they are just as steeped in culture and prejudice as the rest of the world—and they have the power to shape what we see as “normal.”

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The outpouring of grief over New York’s Flaco the owl, who died recently, reveals how much attitudes toward these creatures have changed. loom.ly/fYEKB6Q

The surprising scientific discovery of phosphine in the clouds of Earth’s closest neighboring planet is reanimating questions about humanity’s place in the cosmos.

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Archaeologist Flint Dibble 🍖🏺 explains his motivations and strategies for appearing on Joe Rogan Podcast with a purveyor of misinformation about the ancient past. loom.ly/IW__YjQ

Meet Katherine Chiou, an archaeologist who conducts research in Mexico and Peru to search for clues about humanity’s spicy romance with hot chili peppers.

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Today is #TaxDay in the U.S. Around the world, how people perceive their financial relationship with the state depends on everything from local culture—and history—to what the taxes and benefits are called. loom.ly/7qa_dLM

In 1629, the Batavia, a ship of the Dutch East India Company, met disaster off the coast of Australia. A new analysis of the shipwreck’s tree rings uncovers how such vessels were built to advance European colonialism.

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Modern warfare isn’t only conducted with bombs, tanks, and guns—language also plays a central role.

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In ornate skirts and bowler hats, Indigenous female fighters claim their place in the ring.

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As increasing numbers of pilgrims walk the Camino, a European network of historic pilgrimage routes, those who journey to “slow down” their lives often don’t recognize the burdens of tourism on locals, Augusta X. Thomson writes. loom.ly/YuLmPSE

How do people adapt when the ground beneath their feet starts to wash away? All over the world, coastal communities are facing the same challenges: rising sea levels and vanishing coastlines.

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An archaeologist, anthropologist, and film expert examine the staggering amount of damage to cultural heritage caused by #Russia ’s war on #Ukraine . loom.ly/hX3GcyY

Mark your calendar! On May 14th at 11:00 AM EST, SAPIENS will be holding a Public Scholars Training Fellowship Q&A. Please join us to learn about the program and how to apply!
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