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Tag Archives: Culture & Society
“It’s strangely powerful” – step inside the Empathy Museum
Watch a video explaining what empathy is, how it enriches our lives, and why it brings us together.
Sri Lankan Catholics mark 1 week since Easter Sunday attacks
Read about reactions to the Easter Bombings in Sri Lanka, and watch the video about effects this tragedy has had on the local Muslim community. In the midst of this tragedy, the country searches for ways to bring people together despite religious differences.
U.S. Soccer President ‘surprised’ by women’s team’s gender discrimination suit
Along with opportunities for women excel in athletics comes the struggle to be paid fairly. Learn about the discrimination lawsuit filed by the U.S. Women’s Soccer Team, who are paid far less than their male counterparts despite being much more successful on the world stage.
How Parents Influence Kids’ Gender Roles
How were you raised? Does it affect who you are now? Watch this short video to see how culture affects gender roles.
6 Things to Know About Gen Z
If you’re reading this, you’re probably part of “Gen Z.” Find out how you compare with the generations before you, like the Millennials, and ask yourself whether you think this list is accurate.
The Question We Must Keep Asking
What does it mean to be human? In this opinion piece, artist Ai Weiwei stresses the importance of asking ourselves this question. He believes it is crucial for people to examine and re-examine who they are in a rapidly changing world.
Stuck Between Two Cultures
Natalie Cardenas is like a lot of teenagers in the U.S. today — she feels wedged between two cultures. Natalie feels a strong connection to both her Peruvian heritage and her American identity, but somehow still feels a bit rejected by both.
The Hidden Benefits of Hard Work
You may have heard that hard work builds character — but how so? Read about some benefits of hard work that you may not have considered before.
This school cafeteria manager has gone bananas. The kids love it.
A school cafeteria manager writes encouraging messages to students in the most unique way.
Secrets of the Dead: The Real Trojan Horse
Maybe the infamous Trojan Horse wasn’t real, but it could have inspired actual methods used during the Trojan War.
Detroit woman wants to play in the NFL. Here’s why you shouldn’t doubt her
Toni Harris has battled many adversities to become the first female to receive a full football scholarship, but doesn’t plan to stop there.
Teach Girls Bravery, Not Perfection
Rather than being taught to be brave risk-takers, Reshma Saujani argues girls are taught to avoid risk and failure. Do you agree with her claim?
The Poison Supper Club That Made Our Food Safe
Would you volunteer to eat a dinner you knew was poisoned? That was exactly what a group of 12 volunteers did in the early 1900s. Watch the video to learn more about what they ate and how this influenced the food we eat today.
Fighting Food Waste in Los Angeles
The non-profit Food Forward is dedicating to minimizing food waste and feeding their community. Watch the video to learn how the organization shares abundance.
Europeans killed millions of Native Americans — and changed Earth’s climate, study says
The genocide of millions of Native Americans cooled the Earth and had devastating consequences all over the world. This article explains the profound effects people had on the Earth’s climate before modern times.
When Not Reading The Fine Print Can Cost Your Soul
Do you want to win $10,000? Do you want to keep your immortal soul? This article details how companies sneak clauses into their terms and conditions knowing people do not read the fine print of their documents.
Bessie Coleman, The First Female African American Pilot
Bessie Coleman defied all odds to become the first female African American pilot. She was as fearless in her personal life as she was in the air. Watch the video to learn more about her life.
Why celebrating Juneteenth is more important now than ever
Juneteenth celebrates when enslaved people in the deep Confederacy finally learned of their freedom years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed. Read the article to learn more about the holiday and America’s history of oppression.
The World Wide Web: The Invention That Connected The World
The World Wide Web recently celebrated its 30th anniversary. Read about how the internet as we know it was developed and how it transformed the world.