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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.
The Power of Journaling
Find out about the benefits of expressing yourself in writing, and get tips on how to get started on your own journal and get the most out of it.
Five protest poets all demonstrators should read
Read about five poets who used poetry as a means of protest.
I say Hispanic. You say Latino. How did the whole thing start?
Sociologist G. Cristina Mora discusses her book about how the terms “Hispanic” and “Latino” emerged and how different commuities identify with them.
Nature: Closer Than It Seems
Writer and scientist Amanda Baker argues that getting out into nature isn’t as hard as some people think.
What Makes Risk Takers Tempt Fate?
Research and varirous studies show that genes, psychology, and environmental factors all play a role in whether a person is a risk-taker.
Drought and conflict leave millions more hungry in 2017 – UN-backed report
Leaders of the United Nations point to a recent study that shows how hunger and conflict are linked and say that incresing food security can help bring peace.
Helping Strangers May Help Teens’ Self-Esteem
A recent study suggests that teenagers can increase their sense of self-worth by voluntarily helping strangers, even with small, simple acts of kindness.
The Promise of Self-Compassion for Stressed-Out Teens
This article emphasizes the positive effects self-compassion can have on young people as they navigate the stresses of adolescence.
Origins and Destinations of the World’s Migrants, 1990-2017
The interactive map at this link shows global immigration and emigration activity between 1990 and 2017.
50 Years After Sparking a Revolution, an Icon Runs Boston Again
Kathrine Switzer, the first woman to run the Boston Marathon with a bib number, paved the way for women in running. Click here to read about the historic run and learn how she combines sports and advocacy.