Society

What does Merkel's proposed full-face veil ban say about Germany's commitment to religious and cultural pluralism?

The execution of one Alabama inmate raises a host of questions around the death penalty in the United States.

Outlawing abortion in the case of rape poses numerous problems for women pregnant with their rapists' child.

Fake news on social media has become a damaging phenomenon, creating widespread misinformation. How should society combat this misinformation?

Some Californians are supporting a secessionist movement, "Calexit," after Donald Trump won the presidential election, but secession is politically counterproductive for California.

Competing notions of punishment's value lead to disparate outcomes within the American criminal justice system.

Christians are a large voting base in the U.S., further blurring the lines between political ideology and religion - especially in the case of Mr. Trump's election.

Questions linger about the fast-growing trend of wearing a safety pin as a means of protesting Trump's presidency.

An All Souls Day procession in Tucson caused discussion about cultural appropriation in holiday celebrations, particularly in diverse communities.

President-Elect Donald Trump's business ties could pose an unprecedented conflict of interest, despite its legality.

Should mandatory prison education programs worry us the same way that forced labor does?

Excavation of Jesus's tomb in Jerusalem and the Sioux tribe's protests against the Dakota Access Pipeline illustrate the tension between archaeology and ethnic identity.

Offensive and inflammatory language is all over social media, raising the question of how much censorship by moderators is too much or not enough.

One in 40 adults are prohibited from voting in the United States - many due to their criminal record.

AT&T's acquisition of Time Warner has raised anti-trust concerns on the 2016 campaign trail.

Numerous aspects of our everyday life - from crosswalks to thermostats - are simply placebos meant to make us feel in control. Should we be aware of the futility of some everyday actions?

Motive is critical when evaluating whether a refusal to cover abortion costs is moral.

It's not just haunted houses - halloween decorations across the country make controversial statements about mental illness.

While the Common Application has opened doors for prospective students, it has also exacerbated the disadvantages of low-income college applicants and increased favor toward affluent students.

A recent ruling in India's highest court poses questions about the nature of sex work.