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Tag Archives: Culture & Society
Beautiful Plastic Sculptures Tell Ugly Story of Human Garbage in the Ocean
In the middle of the Pacific Ocean swirls a human-made disaster: a giant patch of garbage that has devastating effects on sea life. Learn how artists are creating vivid reminders of this problem in an effort to inspire solutions.
Greek Mythology
From “how and why” stories to legends and myths about gods and goddesses, Greek mythology helped explain the world to people.
Berlin Duo Launch a Supermarket With No Packaging
Are you sometimes drawn to certain food products because of the flashy packaging? How would you feel about shopping in a store with zero packaging, selecting food based on the quantity you need and paying by the weight of goods?
China Places We Protect: The Yangtze River
The Yangtze River in China is the third-longest river in the world, sustaining life for about 400 million people. But, the aquatic life in China’s principal waterway is under serious threat of extinction from pollution and development.
Humans of New York and the Cavalier Consumption of Others
In this column, writer and critic Vinson Cunningham compares the work of Humans of New York photographer Brandon Stanton to earlier documentarians such as Jacob Riis.
How America became Italian
Using the example of Italian-Americans, history professor and author Vincent J. Cannato argues that the exchange of cultures and ideas between native-born Americans and immigrants positively influences society.
It’s Not the Economy: Why Unique Baby Names Are Trending Up
An increase in individualism has led to parents choosing original baby names.
The Psychology of Freedom
Neuroscientist William Skaggs uses motivational psychology to explore the concept of freedom.
The Exhausting Work of Tallying America’s Largest Protest
Two university professors share their method of counting the number of people who attended the Women’s March on January 21 and suggest what that number might signify for the movement’s future success. You can find a link to their Google spreadsheet in the fourth paragraph.
Dress for Success: How Clothes Influence Our Performance
Research shows that dressing the part will help you succeed in your desired goal.
In Pakistan, young female boxers punch through gender barriers
Read about a girls’ boxing club in Karachi, Pakistan. View the slideshow and video to see images of the gym and training.
Why Getting to Know Your Neighbors Is More Important Than You Realize
In some neighborhoods, people barely make eye contact before locking the door behind them. Here are some of the benefits of taking a different approach.
The Japanese Festival of the Dead: Obon
Learn about traditional lantern festivals in Japan.
The Decline of Violence
We may perceive the world as being increasingly violent, but a look at long-term trends reveals the opposite. Why is our view of violence at odds with reality?
Everyone Benefits when Middle School Students Volunteer
Why should you volunteer? This article explains that middle schoolers have a lot to gain for themselves by putting in work for the benefit of others.
Teens, Your Brain Needs Real Food
We all know nutrition is important for our well-being, but this article explains why it’s especially important for teenagers to maintain a balanced, healthy diet.
Fighting for Visibility
Hidden Figures, first a book and now a movie, brings to light the significant role of some of the female African-American mathematicians at NASA during the 1960s, and the challenges faced by the women at that time.
Homeless Hero Reader Stories
This collection of anecdotes provides insight into the day-to-day life, thoughts, fears, and hopes of everyday people who have lived or are living without a home of their own.
A student’s perspective on technology in her school and classroom
Read about the benefits of technology for learning from the perspective of a high-school student.