Pete Seeger used his music to protest and advocate for his beliefs—from the importance of cleaning up the Hudson River to fighting against Hitler. Read this article to learn more about the life of this music legend.
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Anne Frank’s marbles to go on display in Rotterdam
Before Anne Frank’s family went into hiding, she asked a friend to keep some of her belongings until she returned. Decades later, that friend came across Anne’s marbles during a move. The marbles are now on display at Rotterdam.
The Road Back: Frost’s Letters Could Soften a Battered Image
Harvard University and Robert Frost’s estate have partnered to release letters from the poet. These letters show a more balanced, generous person than has previously been portrayed to the public.
Ten reasons why we need more contact with nature
In this article, we take a look at some of the reasons why people need to step away from their computers and head outside.
Where opera & abolitionist heroine Harriet Tubman meet
When composer Nkeiru Okoye was a young girl, her mother shared stories about Harriet Tubman. Now, Okoye is paying tribute to Tubman with a folk opera that shows audiences Tubman’s life, both in slavery and in freedom.
College athletes take steps to form labor union
A group of football players at Northwestern University are coming together, getting help from the United Steelworkers union, and trying to form a union for themselves. The goal is for college athletes to be recognized as employees of their school and receive improve health benefits. Do you think college athletes should form a union?
3D movie reveals hidden dimensions of universe
With advances in digital and microscopic imagery, a new film entitled “Mysteries of the Unseen World” is showing viewers everyday items from perspectives their eyes would never allow them to see. Watch this interview with Louie Schwartzberg, the film’s director, to learn more.
Revenge: Will You Feel Better?
What causes a person to seek revenge? Does revenge actually make the person feel better? Check out this article to learn about the psychology behind revenge.
Eliza Griswold on the Importance of Taking Risks
A young writer explains how she left a comfortable job to become a freelance journalist who would fly into hotspots on a moment’s notice.
Retirement Plan: Transatlantic Kayak Expedition
Instead of settling for a simple retired life, Aleksander Doba decided to kayak from Florida to Lisbon, Portugal. He is paddling his way across the Atlantic Ocean in a special kayak.
Why Do Some Brains Enjoy Fear?
Ever wondered why some people love scary stories, frightening movies, and haunted houses? In this article, “scare specialist” Dr. Margee Kerr talks about the reasons some people enjoy being scared.
Top 5 Influences on Regional Cooking in the United States
Do you like Tex-Mex, Hawaiian, or Creole food? Check out this article about how other cultures’ cuisines have impacted food in the United States.
Groundbreaking Slavery Exhibit Opens at Tennessee State Museum
A new exhibit at the Tennessee State Museum attempts to reconstruct the lives of slaves and slaveholders to give a better understanding of that time in history.
San Jose Teen Honored as Hero For Yosemite Rescue
Alec Smith, age 17, risked his own life to save a child from a dangerous river. He received the Carnegie Medal for his heroism.
The Top 10 Horror Stories
Stephen Jones, editor and writer, lists the top ten horror stories he would include in an anthology of the genre. Check out the list to see if you have read these scary tales.
Good news for teen voting
In Takoma Park, Washington, the voting age for local elections was recently lowered to 16. In the first election since the change, the teen voting rate was much higher than that of the general public.
How Volunteer Work for Teens Works
Volunteering is a great way to learn about your interests, help those around you, and even beef up your college applications. Read this article to find out how volunteering your time can make a difference.
Spinning Horror Into Gold
Jason Blum is making movies that bring in billions of dollars. Read the article and watch the video clip to learn more about how Jason’s love of scary movies in making him rich.
From Divided States, A ‘United’ Nation—Thanks To These Men
In this interview, we hear from Simon Winchester, author of The Men Who United The States: America’s Explorers, Inventors, Eccentrics, and Mavericks, and the Creation of One Nation, Indivisible, about the people who made the United States such a great nation.
Miami Museum Celebrates the Art of a Crossroads
Miami is one of the most diverse cities in the United States. The new Perez Art Museum Miami strives to celebrate and showcase that diversity and all the unique perspectives that come with it.