During the 1984 “tanker war,” Iran laid mines in the Strait of Hormuz and harassed ships in response to Iraqi attacks. Throughout both these conflicts, however, the Strait of Hormuz remained in use.

The control of waterways has long been used to thwart adversaries and shape strategic outcomes. In 1951, after Tehran nationalized its oil industry, the United Kingdom used naval pressure to prevent ...

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

The Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History marks the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a display of 250 objects encompassing 250,000 square feet across all three ...

Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) is an essential B vitamin for human health. Among other benefits, it supports cellular functions that provide the body with energy, allowing it to work efficiently. Riboflavin ...