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Schoolyard conflicts may be linked to serious health problems later in life, research shows
A decades-long study shows how children handle conflict early in life affects their health as adults.
WWII love letters tell of romance and tragedy
Letters from World War II reveal a love story that ended in tragedy.
The barrier-breaking power of learning someone else’s story
Read how the organiation Narrative 4 pairs people around the world to hear each other’s story and then retell them.
Here’s what’s really going on in your brain when you experience ‘FOMO’ — the fear of missing out
One negative effect of social media, at least for many people, is having the feeling that others are living better lives than they are. This article takes a deeper look at this phenomenon, known as the fear of missing out.
The Road to Resilience
The American Psychological Association states that overcoming life’s obstacles requires resilience. Building up that trait is often a personal journey. This guide offers tips and advice to do so.
Virtual reality can help make people more compassionate compared to other media, new Stanford study finds
In a recent study, Stanford University researchers found that virtual reality technology can help people increase enduring empathy for others.
Kate Tempest: a winning wielder of words
In this summary of Kate Tempest’s career as a rapper and poet, critic Michael Hogan praises her work.
Growing up black in America: here’s my story of everyday racism
The author of this article describes his personal experience with racism and explains what he has learned from it.
First Days: The first Hmong American judge didn’t always acknowledge his roots
In this audio clip, Paul Lo, the first Hmong American judge in the country, recalls his first days in the United States. Listen to Lo talk about his experience growing up as an immigrant from Laos.
Gitanjali Rao: Finding solutions to real problems
Seventh-grader Gitanjali Rao created a lead-in-water detection tool in response to the Flint water crisis. Watch the videos to learn more about her invention.
Sky Racing: Competitive Paragliding With the World’s Best
Two hundred paragliding pilots meet annually for a difficult seven-day marathon in the sky. Watch the video to learn about the experience.
How Much Would It Cost To Live On Mars?
Look at the infographic for a quick breakdown of the cost to live on Mars.
Muckrakers: Journalists of Progressive Era Expose Corruption
Muckrakers exposed corruption and injustices in ways that forced society to examine and confront these issues. We owe many social reforms to the efforts of these brave people.
See what U.S. bills would look like with all women on them
With the help of augmented reality and an app, important women in history can now appear on any dollar bill. Read the article to learn more.
Do We Code-Switch Our Laughter?
Code-switching, a means for assimilation, is at the forefront of a larger discussion about race and culture. Laughter, it seems, may be one of the traits people change to fit into the larger scheme of society.
Impossible foods: how startups are changing what we eat – in pictures
Read about companies trying to make food sustainable for us and our environment.
Can these descendents of enslaved Africans save their unique culture?
The Gullah Geechee’s culture and way of life is threatened by gentrification and land development. Customs such as fishing and basket weaving are at risk of being lost.
CONQUISTADORS
Conquistadors made their way to America in search of wealth and glory. However, their experiences and the experiences of those they encountered were anything but glamorous.
What makes a hero? – Matthew Winkler
What do you have in common with heroes in literature, movies, and television? It may be more than you think. Watch this short video to learn about the the hero’s journey myth.