Articles by Laura Rosenfeld
Here's why 25 percent of Millennials will never marry
The Pew Research Center has projected that 25 percent of today's Millennials will never marry. Now isn't that the most depressing news you've heard today?
U.S. hospitals may not be prepared to handle Ebola waste
The Ebola virus has hit West Africa hard, but it has become a global issue. If patients with the disease arrive in the U.S., hospitals could have major problems disposing the waste.
Watch Stephen Colbert debate climate change and capitalism with Naomi Klein
Climate change is a hot topic these days, and even staunch capitalist Stephen Colbert is talking about it. But no matter how many people say things need to change, it doesn't look like Colbert will be swayed.
Banned Books Week: What New York Times critics said about some of the most challenged books of the 21st century
Banned Books Week celebrates the freedom to read by highlighting the most frequently challenged books every year. But when the books were released, did we really think they were all that bad?
Scottish win independence on the web: New .scot domain opens
Scotland may have failed to gain independence through a referendum vote last week, but the country finally got its own Internet domain name on Sept. 23.
Watch Lena Dunham give the best advice in her 'Ask Lena' video series
Lena Dunham released a ton of new videos where she dishes out some great advice in anticipation of her new book 'Not That Kind of Girl.' Get ready to feel enlightened.
West Coast warming is linked to natural changes not humans, study says
Humans are often blamed for global warming. However, a new study finds that they may not be responsible for all of the rising temperatures on the planet.
John Malkovich recreates iconic photos, and it's just as weird as it sounds
John Malkovich collaborated with photographer Sandro Miller to recreate some of the most famous photos of all time. These portraits are so spot on, you won't believe you're not looking at the originals.
First day of fall: What is the autumnal equinox, and why do we celebrate it?
Whether you noticed or not, the autumnal equinox occurred during the night of Monday, Sept. 22. But what exactly is an equinox, and why is it a big deal?
Climate change could triple New York's hottest days
The number of hottest days in major cities across the U.S. could double or triple by 2050 due to climate change, a new study finds. This suggests that climate change could negatively impact health.
Could an iron deficiency during pregnancy lead to autism?
Mothers of children with autism were more likely to take fewer iron supplements during pregnancy, a new study finds. Could more iron be the key to reducing the risk of having children with autism?
Americans know religion is losing its influence, and they're not happy about it
Most people think religion is losing its influence in American life, a new survey from the Pew Research Center finds. But that doesn't mean they're OK with it.
Netflix finds that revealing spoilers is all about power plays
Spoilers are the bane of every TV watcher's existence. Aside from the fleeting moment of anger when you come across spoilers, they actually reveal a lot about how we interact with each other today.
Maker Faire's most eye-catching presenters
Maker Faire landed at the New York Hall of Science on Sept. 20 and Sept. 21. Take a look at some of the wildest presenters at the event on Sunday.
See where the most immigrants live in each state
Business Insider has found the towns in each state where the most residents were born abroad using data from the American Community Survey. The results might not be what you expected.
Playing fairly comes naturally to humans, research suggests
Your parents probably reminded you to "play fairly" when you were a kid. However, recent research suggests that may have been unnecessary and possibly even detrimental.
Planned Parenthood app makes getting birth control as easy as online shopping
Planned Parenthood recently launched a new app where users can have a video visit with a provider and then receive birth control in the mail. How will this impact women's health?
Will the People's Climate March bring awareness to the wealth gap in fighting climate change?
The People's Climate March will take place around the world today to bring awareness to global warming. But will it help bridge the gap between rich and poor countries in their actions against climate change?
This 'Seinfeld' Tumblr is the scariest thing you'll see today
One Tumblr user has dedicated himself to recreating 'Seinfeld' episodes using skeletons, and yes, it is as weird as it sounds. This can't be a Tumblr about nothing, can it?
Tim Burton's 'Big Eyes' trailer will bring a tear to your eye
The first trailer for Tim Burton's upcoming film 'Big Eyes' shows the life of artist Margaret Keane. Unlike most of Burton's films, this one doesn't make you want to close your eyes.
One dose of an antidepressant may change your brain
A single dose of an antidepressant changes the brain, a new study finds. The discovery could affect how patients suffering from depression are treated in the future.
U2 and Apple have another trick up their sleeve
U2 revealed that the band is working on releasing another album and another secret project in the new issue of TIME. Will this help save the music industry?
The Angelina effect: Jolie's surgery sparked increase in cancer tests
The number of women in Britain wanting to get genetic breast cancer tests more than doubled, a new study says. Angelina Jolie's decision to go public with her double mastectomy surgery caused this increase.
Twitter reacted to the Scottish independence vote with William Wallace memes
Scotland decided to not break from the U.K. in the referendum vote on Sept. 18. Of course, Twitter reacted in the only way it knew how, with William Wallace memes.
Global warming isn't as much a part of pop culture as you think
Mentions of the phrase "global warming" have decreased since 2007, according to a recent analysis of mentions of the phrase in movies and TV shows. And it used to be so cool to talk about.
These are the most musical universities in America, according to Spotify
Music can be a huge part of the college experience, from concerts to parties to study jams. Which universities love music the most, and what are they listening to?
CloudFlare launches Keyless SSL, a new kind of encryption tool
CloudFlare just released Keyless SSL, a new encryption tool that makes it easier for companies to protect their networks using the cloud. The tool does it by keeping control of the master SSL keys.
9 Scottish movies and TV shows to stream on Netflix in honor of the Scottish independence referendum
The Scottish independence referendum takes place Sept. 18 and Scotland will decide whether it wants to break away from British rule. Here are 9 movies and TV shows on Netflix that celebrate the country.
Starbucks is trying out the Frappuccino Mini
Starbucks' iciest drink may be getting a mini makeover. The coffee chain is testing a smaller size for its Frappuccino, which will also be lower in price.
Why end-of-life care in the U.S. needs to be improved
Americans need better end-of-life care, according to a new report released by the Institute of Medicine on Tuesday, Sept. 16. The study suggests that improvements may also help curb health care costs.
