The First Writings
Source: National Geographic
Voices from the past are still heard today in ancient writing. Learn why archaeologists changed their minds about the origins of writing after discovering tiny tablets in an Egyptian tomb.
Culture & Society
Horse Domestication Happened Across Eurasia, Study Shows
Source: History
Humans have used horses for transportation, warfare, and agriculture for thousands of years. Experts are still trying to find out when and where this special bond started.
Portraits of a Generation: Children of Immigrants
Source: Quetzal Maucci
Quetzal Maucci, an Argentinean- and Peruvian-American photographer, creates a portrait series depicting children from immigrant families living in the U.S. and tells the stories of their identity struggles in their new culture.
Look, something shiny!
Source: Ohio State University
Colorful products overshadow our logical, sensible brain when purchasing. And, marketers strategically use color to guide us in a particular direction. This study from The Ohio State University covers some interesting points on how our brains treat color versus black and white objects.
Life as a Young Carer
Source: The Guardian
In England and Wales there are 170,000 known young carers under the age of 18, who provide care for a family member or friend. However, it’s believed that the real figure is more in the region of 700,000! Read about one carer–Sarah Thomas, now 18–who has been looking after both her parents since she can remember.
Gladwell on GPS: David Was No Underdog
Source: CNN
In this video interview, author Malcolm Gladwell explains why he believes that in the Bible story of David and Goliath, David was not the underdog facing a fearful situation.
Emma Watson calls on men to help fight gender inequality: ‘It’s your issue too’
Source: The Independent
During a speech to launch the UN “HeForShe” campaign, actress Emma Watson argued that men play a major part in achieving gender equality.
Does Fiction Have the Power to Sway Politics?
Source: The New York Times
Two writers argue that works of fiction can trigger political change, sometimes directly, but more often, indirectly. Upton Sinclair, author of The Jungle, is one example.
On front porches, some still divided on Confederate flag
Source: The Post and Courier
This article from a Charleston, South Carolina, newspaper outlines conflicting views on the Confederate flag.
How Landfills Work
Source: How Stuff Works
A landfill isn’t just a dump. It’s carefully designed and managed to keep trash separated from the surrounding environment and to reduce moisture and air that would break down trash. Find out more about these complex structures.