Tag Archives: People

Hour of Horror Forever Alters American Lives

Winner of the 2002 Pulitzer Prize for Breaking News Reporting, this analysis published on September 12, 2001, discusses how the previous day’s attacks might change day-to-day life in America.

Beyond Brown: Pursuing the Promise

Once upon a time, a seven-year-old girl named Linda Brown walked six blocks to a bus stop and then rode a bus to school, although another school was only seven blocks from her home. Check out this site to learn what happened when she tried to change schools—and succeeded.

But Did You See the Gorilla? The Problem With Inattentional Blindness

Is it possible to look directly at something—and not see it? Yes! Inattentional blindness can occur when you are focusing intently on something in particular and fail to notice other things in your frame of view. Check out this article to learn more.

Tall storeys: Lucinda Grange’s daredevil photography

Lucinda Grange is a photographer with a love of adventure. She scales skyscrapers and monuments to take unbelievable photographers. Check out this photo essay of her work.

Tim Ferriss: How the World’s Most Successful People Start Their Days

Taken from his book Tribe of Mentors, author Tim Ferris shares the morning routines of notable people.

Forgiveness May Harm Society

Ethics professor Arthur Dobrin argues that we must balance forgiveness with justice.

Teens post online content to appear interesting, popular and attractive, UCI study finds

Click this link to read about the findings of a study that surveyed teenagers about how they represent themselves on social media.

How to Develop a Work Ethic and Be an Amazing Employee

Do you know what it means to have a good work ethic? Read this article to get some advice on how to develop the habits and skills that will make you a valued worker in any field.

Japanese tour firm offers virtual reality holidays – with a first-class seat

Thanks to virtual reality, First Airlines passengers sightsee destinations around the world without ever leaving the ground.

Guerilla Gardener Sparks Food Revolution in South Central LA

A few years ago, Ron Finley decided to change his neighborhood’s lack of healthy foods. After an initial negative response from city authorities, his work is now educating and inspiring others to make positive changes through gardening.

The Student Walkout Against Gun Violence, in Photos

Look at photos of student walkouts across the country as they protest gun violence.

You’re Wrong! I’m Right!

It might be more comfortable to only hear opinions that we already agree with, but by failing to listen to each other, we’re not only increasing the political divide in America; we’re making ourselves less smart.

Six Female Explorers Who Took Adventure Into Their Own Hands

Learn about six women who refused to let discriminatory social climates keep them from adventure-filled lives.

Empathize with Your Political Foe

An opinion columnist gives his take on how finding common ground will help the United States move forward, together.

A better way to talk about love

Metaphors for love tend toward the negative—from “falling” in love to being love-“struck” or “madly” in love. Writer Mandy Len Catron explores these metaphors and proposes a more positive alternative.

How your worst fears stack up against reality

Why do people generally consider flying more dangerous than driving, when far more people are killed in car crashes than airline disasters? An Australian analysis of summertime fears helps you understand your own worries.