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Phobias and Irrational Fears
While everyone experiences fears, some have a particularly hard time dealing with them. Skim the text to find out why, as well as ways to overcome those that are most interesting to you.
An 11-year-old’s response to the El Paso shooting: One act of kindness for each victim
An eleven-year-old sees an opportunity to inspire to acts of kindness following the recent El Paso shooting.
Protests in Hong Kong Continue, Remain Peaceful Throughout the Weekend
Protests in Hong Kong continue into the 11th straight week. Read the latest on their development.
Consumers want a climate label for food, research shows
A growing number of consumers are conscious of their toll on the environment. A helpful tool in reducing carbon footprints could be “climate labeling.” Read about this interesting proposal.
Why black people discriminate among ourselves: the toxic legacy of colorism
Colorism is a type of discrimination, often (but not always) perpetrated by members of the same race based on the darkness of a person’s skin. Read this personal essay for insight into the impact of this prejudice.
20 Historic Moments in the Fight for LGBTQ Rights
Read about some famous historical moments and their impact on policies today regarding the struggle for LGBTQ rights.
Building Social Bonds: connections that promote well-being
Read about the importance of the social bonds we make and maintain as well as how these connections make us healthier and happier.
Teens and Boston Cops Find Common Ground
Watch this video about how, despite having a history of racial tensions, the Boston Police Department is working closely with youths to find commonalities, easing tensions between officers and minorities, and avoiding the violence that is occurring in other U.S. cities.
This classic formula can show you how to live more heroically
| Have you ever wished for a how-to guide to being a hero? Well, read about this classic formula to get you started on your own heroic quest. |
A Visit to the Museum of Broken Relationships
Watch this video to learn about a collection of artifacts cataloging what happens after relationships end and love dies.
WHO declares Ebola outbreak in Congo a global health emergency
Learn about the deadly outbreak of Ebola in Africa, how it spreads quickly, and why it is so difficult to contain.
Chasing Success Is No Way to Achieve It
Author Steve Tobak argues that following one’s unique curiosity and interests is the key to fulfillment and that trying to define or seek succcess is irrelevant.
As Cars Get Safer, Drivers Take More Risks
Read how having technology that makes cars safer sometimes makes drivers less attentive to the road.
Teens in ‘Peace’ program use filmmaking at Glenview Church to help learn about conflict resolution
In Chicago, a program brings Israeli and Palestinian teenagers to the United States to hear each other’s stories. Read the article for more about its goals.
Should the Voting Age be 16?
Be sure to watch the video which accompanies this article! A group of students named Vote16DC fights to expand the right to vote to younger teens.
Walking in Their Shoes: A Venezuelan Expat’s Humanitarian Feat
Martha Convers rallies to send thousands of shoes to poverty-stricken children in Venezuela.
Hong Kong’s huge protests, explained
Watch this video to understand where the tensions between Hong Kong and mainland China stem from and why people continue to protest.
This Georgetown sophomore wants to change how we view and talk about disabilities
Anna Landre explains how the narratives surrounding disabled people need to change and shares her own story.
Alaska Native Girl Leads Animated Kids TV Show in US First
PBS has debuted the nation’s first-ever children’s series featuring indigenous leads. Finally, Alaskan natives are able to see themselves through the character “Molly of Denali.”