The date October 31 makes most people think of pumpkins, costumes and candy. But long before Halloween became a cultural staple, that date marked an event that redirected the course of civilization.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. A British writer who specializes in indie gaming. As I reach the very end of my 30s, I’ve learned two things about myself: I’m not ...

The sci-fi genre has long been one of the most popular in fiction, earning success both on the page and screen. Where the genre started with prominent sci-fi works of literary fiction, it soon made ...

FORTUNE’s Change the World list honors companies that use creative tools of capitalism – including the profit motive – to address society’s unmet needs. The Change Company ranked 11th on FORTUNE’s ...

Forget the cult Cabernets and four-figure Burgundies. These unexpected disruptors reshaped grapes, regions, and the way we drink— one stubborn idea at a time. If you asked most people to name the ...

There’s a myth in our society that real change requires force, strength, and domination. We celebrate athletes, CEOs, and politicians who crush their opponents. But history tells a different story.