Author Steve Tobak argues that following one’s unique curiosity and interests is the key to fulfillment and that trying to define or seek succcess is irrelevant.
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As Cars Get Safer, Drivers Take More Risks
Read how having technology that makes cars safer sometimes makes drivers less attentive to the road.
Adventuring while female: why the relationship women have with nature matters
Inspired by ecologist and author Anne LaBastille, writer Megan Mayhew Bergman takes a solo trip to the Adirondacks in New York. In this essay, she describes how she overcame fears and proved something to herself.
Teens in ‘Peace’ program use filmmaking at Glenview Church to help learn about conflict resolution
In Chicago, a program brings Israeli and Palestinian teenagers to the United States to hear each other’s stories. Read the article for more about its goals.
China accuses Hong Kong protesters of committing ‘evil and criminal acts’
Hong Kong is a region that operates independently from mainland China. In recent weeks, its citiizens have been protesting a bill that would allow extradition from the region to China. As response from police has become more severe, so have protestors’ demands.
A Brief History of Women’s Fight to Wear Pants
Throughout history, women have asserted their right to wear pants for many practical reasons. This article shares some of their stories.
What Makes Us Human?
Psychologist Thomas Suddendorf argues the importance of identifying the similarities and differences between humans and other animals.
Altering a robot’s gender and social roles may be a screen change away
Researchers at Penn State have found that most participants in a study identified robots as male when they were presented with no gender cues, but simple alterations on the robots’ screens could strengthen anthropomorphic personalities that humans tend to give computers.
Science says parents of successful kids have these 13 things in common
This article outlines 13 things psychologists say indicate the future success of children.
The ‘Canali’ and the First Martians
In 1894, Percival Lowell looked through his telescope and believed he saw canals on Mars. He thought they were proof of intelligent life on that planet. But were they really canals? Read about what Lowell actually saw and the effect of his theory on people’s imaginations.
Adolescence and the Agony of Decision Making
Psychologist Carl Pickhardt explains why it’s hard for teenagers to make decisions and offers some advice.
Civil Rights era activist reflects on struggles, triumphs
The Civil Rights Act was passed in 1964 because thousands of ordinary people bravely protested for equal rights. This report tells the story of one woman who took a stand in her hometown.
Why Are We Addicted To Extreme Sports?
This video explains the relationship between the risk/reward sections of the brain, how dopamine factors into people wanting to take outrageous risks, and the benefits of taking risks every day.
Remembering Tiananmen Square in a new age of censorship
With the 30th anniversary of the Chinese Tiananmen Square protest and massacre approaching, photojournalist Liu Heung Shing reflects on his experiences documenting the events as they unfolded.
How Parents Influence Kids’ Gender Roles
How were you raised? Does it affect who you are now? Watch this short video to see how culture affects gender roles.
11 scientific reasons you should be spending more time outside
This article lists eight advantages, including benefits for your health and mental well-being, of spending time in nature.
The children trapped by Albania’s blood feuds
This article details the life of people in Albania impacted by generations-long “blood feuds.”
Biomimicry: technology inspired by nature
This article provides examples of past, present, and future technology inspired by nature.
Smartphones may serve as digital security blankets
Researchers from the University of California, Irvine, found that access to smartphones distracts people from negative situations and also serves as social support.
Total Failure: The Mountain That Got Away
Professional cimber Emily Harrington talks about the trip that taught her that it is okay to fail.