In this how-to column, the writer recommends connecting over small things before initiating deeper conversations.
Author Archives: Anita Hacker
Scientists create scarily strong drones inspired by wasps
Researchers study wasps to figure out how to create a drone that can move and lift other objects.
Bromances may be good for men’s health
A 2016 study by researchers at the University of California, Berkeley showed that mild stress can be a catalyst for male bonding, which has postive health benefits.
Why Uber has only ‘a handful’ of woman drivers in Saudi Arabia, while local rival Careem claims more than 2,000
Saudi Arabia lifted its ban on women drivers in June 2018. Read how two large ride-sharing companies responded.
Classic protest film ‘The War at Home’ back in theaters
Inspired by current political protestors, documentary filmmaker Glenn Silber restored and redistributed his 1976 film about Vietnam War protests at the University of Wisconsin.
From Nazi Germany to Australia: The Incredible True Story of History’s Longest Kayak Journey
Read about the accomplishments and setbacks of one man’s seven-year kayak trip just before the onset of World War II.
Even 3-year-olds have a sense of justice
In one study, German scientists found that young children display a sense of justice. Read about the experiment that led to the conclusion.
How Jhumpa Lahiri Learned to Write Again
Pulitzer-prize winning author Jhumpa Lahiri, know for writing about themes of nationality and belonging, discusses how learning the Italian language helped her re-discover herself.
Martin Luther King Jr. ‘I Have a Dream’ Speech Anniversary: Who Organized the March on Washington?
Learn about the people behind the famous 1963 march in the nation’s capital.
Retelling Romeo and Juliet at Anne Hathaway’s Cottage
Visitors to the historical site in England contribute their thoughts and feelings about the well-known play to re-create the story.
Researchers to Release Genetically Engineered Mosquitoes in Africa for First Time
This article explain the intended benefit of releasing genetically-modified mosquitoes into the country of Burkina Faso.
The Life-Changing Power Of Redefining How You Measure Success
Author and speaker Margie Warrell argues that the key to success is serving others.
How to Survive a Natural Disaster
In the midst of hurricane season, experts offer advice on how to survive natural disasters.
Poetry and the Environment
Read about the difference between nature poetry and environmental poetry and explore a curated colletion of poems.
The self-reliant individual is a myth that needs updating
Philosophy professor Kimberly Brownlee agrues that romanticized loners usually had some social grounding and that socializtion is needed in order to succeed.
By Age Six, Girls Have Already Stopped Thinking of Their Gender as ‘Brilliant’
Researchers at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign conducted a study to determine when girls begin to accept the stereotype that boys are genuises more often than girls.
After Five Years of Living in Trees, a Protest Community Is Being Evicted
Environmental activitsts protesting the mining of Hambach Forest have clashed with the mining company for years and now face removal.
Is Football Worth Gambling With High School And College Players’ Brains?
Journalist Tara Haelle examines data on the health risks of football and weighs the risks of playing at a young age.
How to Recover from Romantic Heartbreak
Psychologist and author Guy Winch recommends focusing on an ex’s flaws and negative traits to get over a broken heart.
The Joy of Food
Across cultures and time, food has brought people together. View the galleries of images in this article to see people bonding over food.