mourning
Ellen Virgona’s Photos Draw on the Depths of Grief and Mourning
“Particularly in Western culture, there is so much stigma around discussing grief and loss.”
Dogs Grieve When Other Dogs Die, Study Suggests
Eighty-six percent of dog owners reported negative responses in their surviving dog after the death of a canine companion, reports a new study.
Funerals Might Be Different Forever After the Pandemic
Amid a pandemic, loved ones of the dead—and those who handle their bodies—are reimagining how to care for those who pass away.
Italy is Struggling to Deal with the Bodies of Coronavirus Victims
We asked an expert about the strain on the funeral industry and being forced to call in the army to transport coffins.
A Decade After Losing My Dad, It Feels Like He’s Dying All Over Again
The end of the decade marked 10 years since my dad’s death, and it feels like keeping his memory alive gets harder as time goes on.
ISIS Claims Responsibility for Sri Lanka Easter Bombings
The Sri Lankan government has called the attack a “possible” retaliation of the Christchurch shooting.
How I Got Out of Bed the Day After My Mother's Funeral
"The morning after the hardest day of my life, the day I buried my mother, I learned a sobering truth: People go on with their lives."
What Does a Metalhead Wear to a Funeral?
Sometimes an all-black wardrobe is more of a curse than a blessing (plus new tunes from Blackrat, High Cost, Dropdead, and more).
After My Lover Died, I Found Support in Her Former Partners
On the first episode of the "Queerly Beloved" podcast, masculine-of-center queers find a tender connection over the loss of a mutual friend and love.
7 Books to Guide You Through Grief and Loss
Whether you're mourning the death of a loved one or just dealing with the despair of everyday life, these titles will help you heal.
The Surreal, Awkward Parts of Grief That No One Talks About
An anthology of essays, "Modern Loss," offers up honest and sometimes humorous stories about the reality of death and mourning in the digital age.
DMs From Beyond the Grave Are Changing How We Grieve
“When you experience those feelings and memories, it’s a little bit like losing someone all over again.”