Most of the laborers who maintain lawns and gardens in California are Latino immigrants. Read to learn more about the history and culture of these gardeners, or jardineros.
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Surviving Genocide in Rwanda
Immaculee Ilibagiza is a Rwandan woman who survived genocide in 1994 by hiding with seven other women in her neighbor’s small bathroom for three months. Read to learn more about her terrifying experience and the hardships she endured.
A Ride Home from Prison
The day a long-time prisoner is released can present overwhelming challenges. Watch this short documentary to learn how one former prisoner is working to make the transition to freedom smoother for others.
We’re More Alike Than Different
One in every 700 children born in the U.S. will have the chromosomal variation that causes Down Syndrome. People with Down Syndrome face challenges, but being part of the community shouldn’t be one.
Using data from social networks to understand and improve systems
Researchers at MIT are looking at how data collected from individuals and groups can be used for functions such as predicting sociopolitical change or measuring the effectiveness of policies in the developing world.
Peace Learning Center assists youth in conflict resolution
Read about an Indianapolis initiative to teach students how to resolve conflicts and ultimately create a more peaceful world.
What It Means to Live Life Working in the U.S. on a Visa
In an online art exhibit, the Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center explores the lives of individuals who have visas to work in the United States. Read the article for background and click “H-1B” in the first paragraph to access the artwork.
Today’s Teens: More Materialistic, Less Willing to Work
Adults often complain that teenagers in the 21st century are lazy and overly concerned with material possessions. Do these opinions have a basis in reality, or are they unfair generalizations? Read to learn about the findings of a study published in 2013 that sought to answer this question.
From Ghana to Greyhound: One immigrant’s story of getting by in New York
Edmund Marfo came to the United States from Ghana in 1998. Read about his experiences as an immigrant and his enthusiastic approach to his job managing Greyhound Bus Lines’ arrival and departure gates of New York’s bustling Port Authority.
Fatal crashes involving teen drivers decline sharply in U.S.
A study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that the number of fatal crashes involving teenage drivers in the U.S. has dropped significantly. Read to find out what researchers believe are the reasons for this positive trend.
Why we can never recover from first love
First love is exciting, which is why it’s so unforgettable even if it ends badly. Read about how the memory of a first love can cause problems in future relationships.
Tales of the Super Survivors
Opinion columnist David Brooks examines the key qualities of people who have survived traumatic events while retaining a positive outlook.
A finish line proposal was ‘perfect’ for this Boston Marathon bombing survivor
In 2013, a terrorist attack at the finish line of the Boston Marathon changed hundreds of lives in an instant. Learn about one survivor’s happy return to the bombing site.
Here’s Why Childhood Friendships End, According to Science
Do you have fond memories of your best friend in elementary school, yet barely acknowledge each other when you pass in the hall of your high school? If so, you’re far from alone.
With Seattle Shelter Effort, Amazon Shows Glimmers of a ‘Good Neighbor’
American cities are getting help from companies in creating housing for families in need. Find out how one corporation in Seattle responded to the housing crisis and is partnering with a nonprofit to provide shelter.
5 Fears Mentally Strong People Face Head-On
You can’t please everyone. Is that one of your fears? Read about how to face that fear and four others.
A History Of Loyalty Programs, And How They Have Changed
When did the first loyalty programs come about? You might be surprised by the answer. Learn about the early beginnings of loyalty programs and how the system has evolved from copper tokens to mobile apps.
Henry Worsley, a British Adventurer Trying to Cross Antarctica, Dies at 55
Walking in Ernest Shackleton’s footsteps, Henry Worsley’s expedition involved crossing 900 miles of the Antarctic on foot without assistance or support.
Oseola McCarty
In 1995, Oseola McCarty donated $150,000, the majority of her life savings, to The University of Southern Mississippi. The donation made a huge impact on the lives of the African-American students from southern Mississippi who received scholarships to study at the University.
Stereotypes Can Fuel Teen Misbehavior
Teenagers can be branded with many stereotypical labels. Is stereotyping harmless or could it have an affect on behavior?