Shakespeare and puppets may not seem like a natural combination, but this theater review makes the case that puppets are the perfect metaphor for the couple at the forefront of The Tragedy of Macbeth.
Author Archives: Mikki Gibson
Spring Awakening: How an Egyptian Revolution Began on Facebook
Read this review of Revolution 2.0 to learn about Wael Ghonim’s experience and influence during the 2011 Arab Spring.
How a paramedic’s split-second decision may have saved a Parkland student’s life
With some decisions, we don’t have the luxury of getting all the facts and considering all the possible consequences. Here’s a split-second decision with a happy ending.
Empathize with Your Political Foe
An opinion columnist gives his take on how finding common ground will help the United States move forward, together.
A better way to talk about love
Metaphors for love tend toward the negative—from “falling” in love to being love-“struck” or “madly” in love. Writer Mandy Len Catron explores these metaphors and proposes a more positive alternative.
How your worst fears stack up against reality
Why do people generally consider flying more dangerous than driving, when far more people are killed in car crashes than airline disasters? An Australian analysis of summertime fears helps you understand your own worries.
What Do Cats Think About Us? You May Be Surprised
Read this interview with a cat expert to find out why our furry friends act the way they do toward us.
The Power of Journaling
Find out about the benefits of expressing yourself in writing, and get tips on how to get started on your own journal and get the most out of it.
Who is Martin Luther King Jr. to us, 50 years later?
On the 50th anniversary of the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr., authors, activists, and historians share their views of his legacy.
The Rohingya Crisis
Get an overview of the injustices faced by the group of people considered by many to be the world’s most persecuted minority.
1.3 million students are homeless. Here’s how we can help them
Our schools and our communities are stronger when we reach out to help others. Read about actions school districts across the country are taking to help homeless students.
Selfie face distortion is driving people to get nose jobs
When our view is distorted, we don’t perceive things as they really are. Find out why some people are making an extreme and permanent choice based on bad information.
Why not everyone feels the same emotions from the same music
Music may bring people together, but how they experience it is individual. Watch the video for an explanation of how our cultural backgrounds influence the emotions music makes us feel.
Quiz: What’s Your Freedom Type?
Answer questions based on realistic scenarios to find out where you rank in the balance between freedom and security. Then, see which historical figures fit and clash with your “freedom type.”
Top 5 Worst Dictators
See a round-up of some of the most Macbeth-like rulers of the 21st century.
Stuck in an awkwardness vortex? Here’s how to embrace the cringe
In this video, author Melissa Dahl (Cringeworthy) discusses why our perception of ourselves doesn’t match the way others see us—and how we can get more comfortable with that awkwardness.
With teen mental health deteriorating over five years, there’s a likely culprit
Even a change that’s generally good can have negative consequences.
Seat Belts: Get the Facts
It’s likely that when your grandparents were your age, they rode in a car without buckling a seat belt first. Find out how effective seat belts are at saving lives and why some people don’t use them, even today.
‘Pirate spiders’ make a living by preying on other spiders
You may have heard the expression “It’s a dog-eat-dog world.” Something similar—but not metaphorical—can be said of certain spiders.
The Speeches of Barack Obama
Part of being guided by a cause is convincing others to believe in it, too. Explore the speeches of President Barack Obama to learn about how you can put rhetoric to work for the causes that matter to you.