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The Power of Forgiveness: Why Revenge Hurts You More
Letting go of the wish for revenge can be a gift to yourself. Click through five suggestions that can help with this approach when someone wrongs you.
A Basic Human Behavior Has Been Upended by COVID-19
Read about how the coronavirus has changed some of the most important ways in which humans connect with one another.
The Great Staycation – How the Coronavirus Pandemic Could Push a Rapid Transition to Creative Domestic Holidays
Current events are changing the landscape of vacations as we know them. Enter the rise of the “staycation.” Read more about creative vacation opportunities.
Land and the roots of African-American poverty
Read this article to learn how inequalities were perpetuated after slavery was abolished. Consider this researcher’s opinions on generational wealth and systemic poverty.
American Descendents
View one photographer’s powerful photo series where he recreates portraits of famous Americans with their descendants.
How America Thought About Refugees 70 Years Ago
Read a current journalist’s thoughts on journalism of the past as it pertains to sentiments on refugees.
Discover the power of micro-volunteering and recharge your batteries by doing good
| Looking for ways to pass the time while traditional volunteer opportunities may not be available? Read about micro-volunteering opportunities that you can do straight from your smartphone or computer. |
Big Food Is Boosted by All Our Pandemic Snacking
While some companies are struggling during the pandemic, major snack companies are bringing in unforeseen profits.
A new way to “grow” islands and coastlines
Watch: What if we could harness the power generated by waves to restore eroding shorelines? Designer Skylar Tibbits and his team are testing the theory.
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.
Extreme photo of the week
Explore some of National Geographic’s highlighted adventure photos.
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.
How to Think Like an Optimist and Stay Positive
Can you trick yourself into being positive? One researcher thinks so! Read about her strategies here.
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.
How Hurricanes Have Shaped the Course of U.S. History
As much as humans have shaped nature, nature has also shaped the course of human history. Read more about how hurricanes affect us.
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.
Kent State Shootings: A Timeline of the Tragedy
Students protesting the Vietnam War at Kent State in 1970 were met with violence from the National Guard. Parallels can be made between what happened then and what is happening around the U.S. now. Who ultimately has the power in these situations—and should they?
The majestic Earth as seen through the eyes of astronauts orbiting above
| See Earth like never before while also hearing first-hand accounts about the awe-inspiring view of our planet from space. |