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Author Archives: Daniella Navarro
Scientists: Octopuses Love to Fling Objects at Each Other
Next time you throw something at a sibling or friend in annoyance, think about how this is an example of advanced social dynamics. Read about how octopuses are capable of this act as well.
What Is Gender Blindness?
Is it better to acknowledge differences in gender or ignore those differences entirely? Read about the pros and cons of gender blindness, and how the ideal approach may be a delicate mix of both gender awareness and gender blindness.
Study Finds Microplastics Inside Fruits and Vegetables
Microplastics, as its name suggests, are tiny pieces of plastic. As such, they can be found EVERYWHERE. Even fruits and vegetables are not out of microplastic’s reach.
Seven Places to Get Outside This Summer– and the Environmental Heroes to Thank for Them
During these isolating times, outdoor areas can offer a safe space to explore while practicing social distancing and taking proper safety precautions. Skim the article and choose two locations to learn more about.
History of the Plymouth Colony
Read the article to learn more about how Plymouth Colony came to be and what life was like for the Pilgrims who made the journey from Europe.
Zora Neale Hurston, Genius of the Harlem Renaissance
Writer, anthropologist, and life of the party, Zora Neale Hurston, was a key figure of the Harlem Renaissance. Read this “retrobituary” to learn about her life and death.
Future Filters: Giving Young People a Voice in Policymaking
Young people are largely unrepresented in policymaking, but some countries and organizations are looking to change that.
Why ‘Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark’ Frightened So Many Parents in the 1990s
Read about the story behind one of the most banned books for children.
Dark patterns, the tricks websites use to make you say yes, explained
With the advent of more “personalized” ad experiences and the increasing value of personal data, companies have dirty tricks up their sleeves to manipulate users.
Redshirt the Boys
Gender, age, and socioeconomic status play a part in how well someone performs in school. Read about the complicated and layered issue “redshirting” could help solve.
What Really Destroyed Tulsa’s Black Wall Street
Read this in-depth article about the Tulsa Massacre.
‘Evil Genius’: Mind-Bending Illusion Built Into Skyline Confuses Internet
Don’t let this optical illusion fool you. You won’t need to press play when you see this skyline illusion.
Extreme ‘Rogue Wave’ in The North Pacific Confirmed as Most Extreme on Record
Scientists don’t understand exactly how rogue waves form, but they predict these types of waves will only get bigger.
Why we’ll always be obsessed with – and afraid of – monsters
Read one author’s take on our “age of fear” and the rise of the zombie.
Are you ready to heal?’: Nonbinary activist Alok Vaid-Menon deconstructs gender
Read about Alok Vaid-Menon’s thoughts about gender and gender deconstruction.
Can the World’s First Space Sweeper Make a Dent in Orbiting Debris?
Space trash is another manmade pollutant humans must address before it is too late. Read about one company’s efforts.
The battle of Yorktown: Historic victory or tragic memory?
The Battle of Yorktown was a victory for American forces, but not everyone was celebrating.
Choral director sets immigration poetry to music
Read about how one choir director set immigrant poetry to music, with the proceeds benefitting charity.
New Year’s Eve, Day holds special meaning for Black Americans
Read about the history of New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day traditions for Black Americans.