As David takes Saul’s place on the throne of Israel, he shows himself to be a man of great strength but also of serious weaknesses.

For centuries, Africa has suffered at the hands of opportunists seeking to enrich themselves at the continent’s expense, with far-reaching results.

Values play a key role in our understanding of history. A shift in those values may demand that we recontextualize the past.

In vitro fertilization has opened the path to a new era of reproductive interventions. How did we arrive at a point where we could soon be creating designer babies?

As parents we want to help our children become competent decision-makers. What skills are required, and how do parents instill them?

Sibling violence is as old as Cain and Abel. Where is the line between “normal” sibling conflict and abusive behavior, and how and when should parents intervene?

How important is it for kids to spend a significant amount of time in unstructured outdoor play?

In the confusion about the start of the new millennium, we're forgetting about another millennium.

A passionate proponent of living simply and in harmony with nature, Thoreau is remembered today as a pillar of the modern conservation movement.

What makes poor people poor? What can they do about their poverty? Paul Polak started International Development Enterprises to answer these questions.

While current health news articles warn of the expanding problem of obesity in adults, our children are growing into the problem as well.

Two books attempt to tell the story of the last days of Jesus’ life but go astray in their conclusions.

What effect do our actions have on the environment and on the future?

After about two months of Martian days on the surface, NASA’s Phoenix robotic lander is well down the road to completing several important aspects of its mission.

Middle East scholar David Hulme interviews MK Effie Eitam, whose new proposal highlights cooperation between Israel, Jordan and Egypt in Middle East conflict.

Increasing numbers of DNA-based patents are being applied for on a daily basis. Vision examines some of the implications of the battle over who owns life.

Archaeology might seem to be above the religious and political fray, but recent finds in Israel demonstrate otherwise.

In the aftermath of Russia’s 1917 revolution, the exploitation of religious fervor helped foster one of the most murderous regimes in history.

The history of a small town in Pennsylvania offers a timeless lesson on the importance of social support for both physical and mental well-being.

What is religion? This module from our free online Bible study course, Foundations, explores the answer.