Sports’ Most Prolific Streaker

In the most recent episode of its mini-documentary series “30 for 30,” ESPN interviewed Mark Roberts, the most prolific streaker in the history of sports. If you don’t recognize his name, you’ll probably remember his antics. Roberts has been interrupting major sporting events since 1993 in spectacular fashion. His resume to date includes Wimbledon, the Olympics and most notably, Super Bowl XXXVII. It’s clear he’s …

Why Indian Food Tastes Good

Ask anyone if they want to get Indian food for lunch, and you’ll probably hear a resounding “Yes.” But why is Indian cuisine so delicious? After analyzing over 17,000 recipes, researchers have found scientific evidence. The complex flavors of Indian cuisine take advantage of negative food pairing, where no two flavors share the same “flavor compounds.” So instead of adding similar seasonings to your next …

Muslim Holy Days Added to NYC School Calendars

New York City took a leap forward in inclusivity and fairness this week when Mayor Bill de Blasio announced that the city’s public schools will be observing two Muslim holy days, Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha. Although a few other municipalities have already done this, NYC’s recent move is much more resounding as it’s home to more than 1.1 million school children. The changes are …