For her brave work and continued activism concerning women’s rights and education, Malala Yousafzai was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. Read more about her life and advocacy here.
Author Archives: Daniella Navarro
A brief history of the past 100 Years as told through the New York Times Archives
Read about the history of the modern world through the lens of New York Times articles.
How the Gilded Age’s Top 1 Percent Thrived on Corruption
Learn more about the bribery, fraud, and corruption which ran rampant during the Gilded Age
How Urban Design Can Make or Break Protests
Learn how city geography can affect protests and their outcomes.
Why a German Photographer Trained His Lens on 100-year-old Models
People say with age comes wisdom. With this in mind, photographer Karsten Thormaehlen photographed and interviewed centenarians. What can you learn about yourself and life?
Hamilton Cast Reflect on Backlash and Criticism of Musical
With the recent release of the Hamilton movie, renewed backlash and criticisms have warranted a response from the cast.
For a radical new perspective on immigration, picture the US as an ancient tree
Watch as immigrants create the “tree” of the United States.
Meet the COVID-19 frontline heroes
Hear from essential frontline workers as they discuss the risks and challenges they face in order to keep everyone fed and healthy.
The Great Staycation – How the Coronavirus Pandemic Could Push a Rapid Transition to Creative Domestic Holidays
Current events are changing the landscape of vacations as we know them. Enter the rise of the “staycation.” Read more about creative vacation opportunities.
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.
Land and the roots of African-American poverty
Read this article to learn how inequalities were perpetuated after slavery was abolished. Consider this researcher’s opinions on generational wealth and systemic poverty.
Walt Whitman’s Brooklyn
Walt Whitman spent a great deal of his life in Brooklyn. Choose a part of Walt Whitman’s Brooklyn to explore, complete with commentary, photographs, and Whitman’s own words.
American Descendents
View one photographer’s powerful photo series where he recreates portraits of famous Americans with their descendants.
How America Thought About Refugees 70 Years Ago
Read a current journalist’s thoughts on journalism of the past as it pertains to sentiments on refugees.
Discover the power of micro-volunteering and recharge your batteries by doing good
| Looking for ways to pass the time while traditional volunteer opportunities may not be available? Read about micro-volunteering opportunities that you can do straight from your smartphone or computer. |
Big Food Is Boosted by All Our Pandemic Snacking
While some companies are struggling during the pandemic, major snack companies are bringing in unforeseen profits.
Extreme photo of the week
Explore some of National Geographic’s highlighted adventure photos.
How to Think Like an Optimist and Stay Positive
Can you trick yourself into being positive? One researcher thinks so! Read about her strategies here.
How Hurricanes Have Shaped the Course of U.S. History
As much as humans have shaped nature, nature has also shaped the course of human history. Read more about how hurricanes affect us.
The majestic Earth as seen through the eyes of astronauts orbiting above
| See Earth like never before while also hearing first-hand accounts about the awe-inspiring view of our planet from space. |