(The Conversation) – Why are zippers on different sides of male and female jackets? – Agrima, age 13, Delhi, India Imagine you’re at a clothing store that stocks items for the whole family. You pick ...

Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, send it to CuriousKidsUS@theconversation.com. Why are zippers on different sides of male and ...

Imagine you’re at a clothing store that stocks items for the whole family. You pick up a white buttoned shirt to try on. The style is pretty plain. Was it designed to be worn by a woman or man?

The answer involves aristocrats, Napoleon, weapons and so much drama—and it explains why women have been mildly ...