Animals Seeing animals killed accidentally or for sport, can we help but see images of war and cruelty? An interview with photographer May Mantell and a gallery from her new “Animals” series.

Signed, Sealed, Delivered Which is more effective: a valentine to him that says “Be mine,” or one sent to his ex that says “He’s mine?” A childhood practice gets back into swing with valentines carrying a hidden agenda.

Revolution Rock If rock music used to have a message, then rarely was that message stronger than for South American revolutionaries, for whom it was a significant part of the struggle. Patrick Ambrose traces a history of social uprising, and explains how the music helped fuel it.

For Love Of The Fame Summer softball is every American’s right—unless you live in New York City where the fields are stocked with former pros. An insider’s story from the city’s elite leagues.