The popularity of romanticizing the criminal lifestyle hasn't been lost on movie makers; film industries worldwide love to portray the inner workings of criminal organizations. Perhaps this fascination is due to the fact that identifying with criminals has a cathartic function, allowing us to vicariously live through the crimes of others so that we don't feel compelled to engage in them ourselves; or perhaps it's because in most crime movies the criminal eventually gets caught, thus confirming our natural sense of justice. Fortunately we can leave such theories to film analysis courses and simply enjoy crime movies because they show us an underside of our society we rarely see first-hand from a comfortable distance.
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Join us as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the discovery of "Lucy," one of the most iconic fossils in human history. This new CARTA series delves into the profound impact of Lucy's discovery on the science of human origins, featuring leading experts who explore the discovery's initial significance, its enduring influence, and the current advancements in this pivotal field. Reignite your curiosity about how we became human and why it matters for our global future.
The tentative cease-fire between Israel and Hamas is a welcome relief to many Israelis and Palestinians after more than 15 months of war. By all accounts, both sides have suffered great trauma – from the armed attack by Hamas on Israeli soil in October, 2023, which killed 1,200 Israelis and resulted in the taking of […]
Being a parent often brings unexpected challenges, but for Dr. Madeline Oudin, the journey has been especially profound. As both a scientist and a mother, she is navigating uncharted territory to help her daughter Margot, who was born with SCN8A-related epilepsy. This rare genetic condition causes severe seizures and developmental challenges,...