Culture & Society

How the Pacific Northwest is preparing for a catastrophic tsunami

Source: PBS

Scientists calculate that the Cascadia fault is overdue for a major quake and resulting tsunami. Find out how coastal communities are preparing for such a disaster.

San Jose Teenager Turns $100 Seed Money Into $34K For Charity

Source: NBC Bay Area

Read about how 11-year-old Sonali Ranaweera, with the help of her friends, turned $100 – and a lot of old tin cans and bottles – into $34,000 to donate to charity.

How ‘Ugly’ Fruits and Vegetables Can Help Solve World Hunger

Source: National Geographic

Read the first few paragraphs of this article and browse the images throughout to get a glimpse into food waste on a global scale. Then, have a read through the piece titled Reducing Waste: How You Can Help.

23 Positive Subliminal Messages in Everyday Life

Source: Brandon Gaille

Is there more to a logo than meets the eye? After reading the descriptions browse the infographic to find out about the hidden meanings behind some of the most iconic logos.

How social media affects protest movements: It’s complicated

Source: Gigaom

According to research by sociologist Zeynep Tufekci, the power of social media in protest movements is a double-edged sword.

A ruthless defender of apartheid now seeks forgiveness

Source: PBS

In this PBS NewsHour report, a prominent former apartheid leader in South Africa explains why he seeks forgiveness and reconciliation.

The Many Ethical Implications of Emerging Technologies

Source: Scientific American

Philosopher and scientist Nayef Al-Rodhan acknowledges ethical questions raised by emerging technologies, and he argues that we must welcome innovation while maintaining a commitment to human rights and inclusiveness.