The census is mandated by the US Constitution. “The actual enumeration shall be made within three years after the first meeting of the Congress of the United States, and within every subsequent term ...

Researchers have uncovered the origins and genetic diversity of the Fulani, one of Africa's largest pastoral populations. The study reveals a complex genetic ancestry with influences from both North ...

Ballantine House has been reimagined to be more inclusive, with a temporary exhibit on 19th- century Black women.

The escalating drive from President Donald Trump and other Republicans against programs to promote greater diversity in ...

President Donald Trump has reinstated a 25% tariff on foreign steel and aluminum, but how much has the U.S. been importing ...

WATCH: The history and legacy of birthright citizenship in the U.S.

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is one of the most widespread disabling neurological conditions of young adults around the world. It affects almost 1 million people in the United States, and about 2.9 ...

For Black History Month, here are key facts about the nation’s Black population. In this analysis, the population includes three main groups: single-race, non-Hispanic Black people; non-Hispanic, ...

This population is made up of individuals who self-identify only ... Some people with multiple racial identities in their family history do not describe their racial identity as two or more races.

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The Christian Science Church, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The Church publishes the ...

Why should we appreciate our nervous system? Read these 11 fun facts and you’ll know why: 1. The body has billions of nerve cells Every person’s body contains billions of nerve cells (neurons).