poverty

What did your childhood bedroom look like? And how did it affect your perspective on issues of class as an adult? It’s a fascinating idea that documentary photographer James Mollison brings to life in a collection of photographs currently posted on the NY Times' website Lens (you can see it here).

A decade ago, women in this rural Indian community were doomed to lives of poverty and domestic abuse. Now, thanks to their entrepreneurial spirit and courage, they’re changing their destinies, one stitch at a time

If you've watched Bristol Palin swing her arms around like a pair of two-by-fours on DWTS and wondered how she keeps on winning, you're not alone. After Palin's surprise upset win over Brandy on Tuesday's results show, ABC revealed that Tea Party supporters have been exploiting a glitch in the network's online voting system.

Helloooo, royal wedding! Prince William has finally popped the question to long-time, on-again-off-again girlfriend Kate Middleton. No date has been set, but rumours are already circulating that the wedding will be “the biggest since William’s mother, Diana, married Prince Charles.” Kiss her, Willy, and make her a princess.

You might think this is a trick question, but scientists have put a price on happiness.