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Tag Archives: Culture & Society
Chasing Success Is No Way to Achieve It
Author Steve Tobak argues that following one’s unique curiosity and interests is the key to fulfillment and that trying to define or seek succcess is irrelevant.
Teens in ‘Peace’ program use filmmaking at Glenview Church to help learn about conflict resolution
In Chicago, a program brings Israeli and Palestinian teenagers to the United States to hear each other’s stories. Read the article for more about its goals.
A Brief History of Women’s Fight to Wear Pants
Throughout history, women have asserted their right to wear pants for many practical reasons. This article shares some of their stories.
In 2019, Blue-Collar Workers Disappearing And In Hot Demand
There is a growing need for blue-collar workers, which is resulting an increased wages and better benefits for those willing to take the jobs.
Should the Voting Age be 16?
Be sure to watch the video which accompanies this article! A group of students named Vote16DC fights to expand the right to vote to younger teens.
St. Landry Parish Catholic School Reflecting on Role in Slavery
A Catholic school acknowledges its role in the slave trade and pays tribute to the slaves who worked on its property and their ancestors to bring recognition, respect, and a sense of closure to the pain caused by slavery.
A Young Immigrant’s Inspiring Story of Survival Moves the Internet to Take Action
The LA Times created a video documenting the struggles of a teenage, Guatemalan immigrant, which resulted in an outpouring of support.
Hong Kong’s huge protests, explained
Watch this video to understand where the tensions between Hong Kong and mainland China stem from and why people continue to protest.
This Georgetown sophomore wants to change how we view and talk about disabilities
Anna Landre explains how the narratives surrounding disabled people need to change and shares her own story.
Alaska Native Girl Leads Animated Kids TV Show in US First
PBS has debuted the nation’s first-ever children’s series featuring indigenous leads. Finally, Alaskan natives are able to see themselves through the character “Molly of Denali.”
Asia’s Five Worst Dictators
See the top five dictators who have ruled different parts of Asia over the past two decades.
Why We Want to Squeeze Cute, Little Things
Cute aggression is the feeling of wanting to squeeze or pinch something we think is adorable.
Here’s How Streaming Music is Killing the Planet
With the rise of music streaming, the music industry now produces less plastic waste than before. However, streaming music has its unintended consequences.
The Revolutionary Cyclist
Annie Londonderry was an important figure of the Women’s Liberation movement in the 1890s. Watch the video to separate fact from fiction.
7 Inspiring Quotes from Ralph Waldo Emerson That Are Useful Today
Ralph Waldo Emerson was a man of many talents. Read some of his most famous quotes and see their modern day translations.
Craig Kielburger: How young people can help to end child labor
Young people have the ability to change the world in large and small ways. Read the article to learn how you can change the world too.
At Gilded Age “Poverty Parties,” the Rich Felt Free
At “Poverty Parties” during the Gilded Age, the rich would transform from riches to rags to “free” themselves from the constraints of society. Read more about the insensitive parties that took place at a time of significant income disparity.
The First Pride Marches, In Photos
The struggle for Gay rights took many forms in the late 1900s, though their goals were the same: equality and acceptance. Look at photos of some of the first Pride parades and learn the history of how modern Pride celebrations came to be.
Saving a Lost Language
Western Carolina University is preserving the Cherokee language, which will help preserve the culture. Learn why this decision matters so much to the Cherokee people.