Looks at the ramifications of the ubiquity of social media, discussing if it affects face-to-face interaction, if it threatens privacy, and how it has affected politics.
Examines the issue of the obesity epidemic in the United States today and proposes ways in which it might be controlled, including education, government regulation, taxing sugary drinks, and limiting
Looks at the latest Internet technological innovations, including the expansion of cloud computing, the use of big data for analysis, the spread of the semantic web, and the challenges of cybersecurit
Discusses the issue of online predators, including sexual predators, financial predators, and cyberbullies, and describes some of the ways law enforcement agencies are working to combat these crimes a
Presents ancient Greek myths about the origin of the world, including the rivalry between the Titans and the Olympians, the rise of Zeus, and the creation of the human race.
Examines the problem of Internet addiction, describing its social and physical consequences, the dangers of driving while on social media, and treatment options for achieving a balance between online
Examines the problem of online security, covering the ongoing Internet threats from spies and hackers, the use of malware and botnets, the vulnerability of mobile devices, and the protection of data w
Explores the impact of social media on personal interactions, privacy concerns, illegal discrimination, mental health, and the rise of Internet-related crimes.
Profiles the careers and lives of six celebrities who have used their fame to launch their own brands, including Jay Z, Jessica Simpson, and Taylor Swift.
Describes the reign of Cleopatra, from its illustrious beginning to its tragic end, and details how she has remained a popular figure in Western culture.
Chronicles the life of the young Pakistani student who advocates for women's rights and education, survived an assassination attempt, and in 2014 became the youngest Nobel Peace Prize winner in histor
Presents the life and accomplishments of the famed chemist, from her education at the Sorbonne in Paris to her work in radioactivity and her scientific accolades.
Anne Frank, a precocious, funny, smart, outspoken and bold young girl, was one of millions of Jews who died during the Holocaust. Her diary, in which she recorded her thoughts and feelings for more th
Profiles the life and career of presidential candidate Hillary Clinton, tracing her early years as a student at Wellesley and Yale, her marriage to the forty-second president, and her achievements as
Examines the American Revolution, discussing the events leading up to it; the impact of major battles, participants, and actions; and its lasting effect both globally and in the United States.
Examines the collapse of the Soviet Union, discussing the events leading up to it; the impact of economic policies, the rise of communism, and military buildup; and its lasting effect on Russia and ar
Examines the Fall of Rome, discussing the events leading up to the empire's fall; the impact of barbarian raids, growing Christian population, and societal structure; and its lasting effect both on th
Looks at scientific and technological advances in the field of renewable energy, as well as its impact on society and how future developments may play out.
Examines the impact of pornography on society, considering how addictive it is, whether it is harmful to youngsters, how it impacts relationships, and what can be done about it.
Examines the treatment of Jews and other groups persecuted by the Nazi regime in the 1930s and 40s, from the Nuremberg Race Laws and establishment of ghettos to mass transportation to concentration ca
Describes the efforts to rescue Jews and other persecuted groups from the Nazis by sheltering or transporting them out of occupied countries to the discovery and liberation of concentration camps late
Describes the experiences of many Jews and other persecuted people following the end of World War II, discussing the impact of the Holocaust, their attempts to return home and find family members, the
