Tag Archives: People

How the Gilded Age’s Top 1 Percent Thrived on Corruption

Learn more about the bribery, fraud, and corruption which ran rampant during the Gilded Age

How Urban Design Can Make or Break Protests

Learn how city geography can affect protests and their outcomes.

Why a German Photographer Trained His Lens on 100-year-old Models

People say with age comes wisdom. With this in mind, photographer Karsten Thormaehlen photographed and interviewed centenarians. What can you learn about yourself and life?

Hamilton Cast Reflect on Backlash and Criticism of Musical

With the recent release of the Hamilton movie, renewed backlash and criticisms have warranted a response from the cast.

For a radical new perspective on immigration, picture the US as an ancient tree

Watch as immigrants create the “tree” of the United States.

Meet the COVID-19 frontline heroes

Hear from essential frontline workers as they discuss the risks and challenges they face in order to keep everyone fed and healthy.

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.