Tag Archives: Culture & Society

Uprooted

Read about what motivates radical environmental activists.

What Justice Is

Doctor Alex Lickerman examines why individuals and societies feel the need to balance the scales.

7 Methods To Overcome Your Fear of Failure

Entrepreneur Faisal Hoque gives advice on how to get past the fear of failing.

Once a Risk-Taker, Always a Risk-Taker

A recent study found that though the willingness to take recreational risks declines with age, the willingness to take social risks stays the same, which may leave elderly people open to fraud.

10 Questions for Charles C. Mann

Charles C. Mann, author of 1491: New Revelations of the Americas Before Columbus, answers questions about a second edition of the book and its follow-up, 1493: Uncovering the New World Columbus Created.

McKinley vs. Denali: Who Decides Names on a Map?

For a century, the tallest mountain in North America was officially known by the name of the 25th U. S. President. In 2015, the official designation reverted to what most Alaskans already called it.

Ideas Cost Peace Prize Winner Freedom

An advocate of human rights and democracy in China, Liu Xiaobo was imprisoned by his government in an attempt to silence him from sharing his ideas for change. Learn about his willingness to sacrifice his own freedom in the fight for the freedom of his country.

About Our Antagonisms

Two cultural psychologists have found that differences among cultures often come down to how we view ourselves—as individuals or as part of a group.

In Focus: The Prince and the Pauper

The theme of class can be reflected in photographs as well as prose. Compare Twain’s story with the 1920 King George V incident.

Teenagers, Friends and Bad Decisions

Through functional magnetic resonance imaging scans of 40 teens and adults, scientists discovered that teens act differently when with friends than with adults. The study also indicated that teens were more likely to engage in risky behavior with friends. Read why teens make these kinds of decisions.

How the Pacific Northwest is preparing for a catastrophic tsunami

Scientists calculate that the Cascadia fault is overdue for a major quake and resulting tsunami. Find out how coastal communities are preparing for such a disaster.

San Jose Teenager Turns $100 Seed Money Into $34K For Charity

Read about how 11-year-old Sonali Ranaweera, with the help of her friends, turned $100 – and a lot of old tin cans and bottles – into $34,000 to donate to charity.

How ‘Ugly’ Fruits and Vegetables Can Help Solve World Hunger

Read the first few paragraphs of this article and browse the images throughout to get a glimpse into food waste on a global scale. Then, have a read through the piece titled Reducing Waste: How You Can Help.

23 Positive Subliminal Messages in Everyday Life

Is there more to a logo than meets the eye? After reading the descriptions browse the infographic to find out about the hidden meanings behind some of the most iconic logos.

How social media affects protest movements: It’s complicated

According to research by sociologist Zeynep Tufekci, the power of social media in protest movements is a double-edged sword.

A ruthless defender of apartheid now seeks forgiveness

In this PBS NewsHour report, a prominent former apartheid leader in South Africa explains why he seeks forgiveness and reconciliation.

The Many Ethical Implications of Emerging Technologies

Philosopher and scientist Nayef Al-Rodhan acknowledges ethical questions raised by emerging technologies, and he argues that we must welcome innovation while maintaining a commitment to human rights and inclusiveness.