Category Archives: The Individual and Society

Cattle under trees in the shade.

More than a century after their land was ravaged by the California gold rush, Yurok Tribe to reclaim territory

After nearly 200 years of loss, destruction, and survival, the Yurok people are reclaiming a piece of their homeland. This historic return isn’t just about the past, it’s about building a future where Native wisdom leads the way in protecting our planet.
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AI ‘companions’ promise to combat loneliness, but history shows the dangers of one-way relationships

At a time when health professionals are warning the public about the effects of loneliness and isolation, can Artificial Intelligence help? The author of this article sees limits to technology’s ability to promote human connection and fulfillment.

Police officer standing between two girls looking at each other angrily

Creating Common Ground in Tense, Difficult Situations

It can be hard to find common ground in a tense situation. Click here to read an interview with Chicago’s Superintendent of Police David Brown, who urges Americans involved in conflicts to really listen to each other, see past their differences, and work together in a spirit of collaboration.