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Fires, orchestras, parachutes. Some other ways to describe coronavirus — besides war.
Listen: Metaphors used to describe the pandemic are so powerful, they can increase our fear and frustration.
Washington’s NFL team drops ‘Redskins’ name after 87 years
Washington’s NFL team retires “Redskins” name after decades of criticisms in the wake of recent racial injustices.
With a gay protagonist, Pixar short ‘Out’ makes history
Animator Steven Hunter is proud to be a part of Pixar’s first film containing an LGBTQ protagonist.
Florida middle schoolers win big for inventing device to stop flash floods
Two 6th graders from Florida won their school $100,000 by developing a piece of technology that will help prevent flash floods.
John Lewis, lion of civil rights and Congress, dies at 80
Recently deceased, Congressman John Lewis was a true American hero. We remember his sacrifices and accomplishments as a civil rights activist.
At 16, Coco Gauff’s voice is already as strong as her serve
Coco Gauff—the youngest player ranked in the top 100 by the Women’s Tennis Association—says we are all responsible for the fight against racism.
Old times not forgotten: Mississippi furls rebel-themed flag
Mississippi officials have finally agreed to retire their state flag containing racist symbolism.
A Photographer Follows in Gandhi’s Footsteps
See photos retracing the route of Gandhi’s famous Salt March and learn about the photographer’s experience in this interview.
What the rest of us can learn from the Wild Boars soccer team about the importance of survival, coping skills
Survival experts discuss what the Thai soccer team that was trapped in a cave did right to get through the two weeks before they were rescued.
The Complexities of Global Protests
The brief found at the top right of the link summarizes this report’s analysis of global protests since the mid-2000s. Click “Annex” for a chart that lists dozens of protest movements from 2010-2015 and their motivations.
Following Garbage’s Long Journey Around The Earth
What happens to the stuff you no longer need? In this interview, author Edward Humes describes the huge amount of trash created in the United States and explains where it goes when we throw it away.
Kayla Montgomery: Young runner’s brave battle with MS
Champion runner Kayla Montgomery refuses to let Multiple Sclerosis diagnosis halt her running career. Read about her here.
With Senior Year in Disarray, Teens and Young Adults Feel Lost
Many high school and college seniors looked forward to markers of success such as graduation for years. Now they’re coping with disappointment.
How Robots Are on the Front Lines in the Battle Against COVID-19
COVID-19 has the potential to overwhelm hospital resources and infect staff. Find out how robots are helping to ease both of those problems.
Watch: Quarantined Italians are singing their hearts out. It’s beautiful.
Italians sing to each other, offering camaraderie and solace during these difficult times.
The Other Problematic Outbreak
Read about how the global coronavirus pandemic exacerbated existing prejudices around the world.
A day in the life of one emergency doctor in a New York hospital during coronavirus
During a pandemic, simply going to work is a big risk for medical professionals. Read one doctor’s story.
A Syrian Refugee’s Story
A journalist reflects on the relationship she formed with a woman finding hope even in turmoil.
China transferred detained Uighurs to factories used by global brands
The minority Uighurs in China face mistreatment, re-education, and forced labor. Learn what some big companies have to say about their role.