American Dogs
Source: American Battlefield Trust
Everyone knows that dogs are “man’s best friend.” However, most people don’t know the roles they served throughout American history in times of war, dating all the way back to the American Revolution.
Culture & Society
‘Shrinkflation’ accelerates globally as manufacturers quietly shrink package sizes
Source: National Public Radio (NPR)
It’s the inflation you’re not supposed to see.
From toilet paper to yogurt and coffee to corn chips, manufacturers are quietly shrinking their package sizes without lowering their prices. It’s dubbed “shrinkflation,” and it’s something that is accelerating worldwide.
Why Olympic Bronze Medalists Are Happier Than Silver Medalists
Source: Time
Could it be possible that finishing a race in 3rd place may make you happier than coming in 2nd? Science says it is very common, and the ‘why’ has everything to do with our perception of the most likely alternative outcome.
How Hair Discrimination Affects Black Women at Work
Source: Harvard Business Review
A recent study showed that in the workplace, Black women’s hairstyles are more likely to be perceived as unprofessional. This article suggests a few ways to address hair bias and discrimination.
Seren Price, 5, to climb highest peak in north Africa
Source: BBC
In addition to climbing mountains and breaking records, Serene uses her skills as a platform for helping others.
Multilingual community steps up to translate for displaced immigrants in Lāhainā
Source: Hawaii Public Radio
The community of Lāhainā recruits volunteer translators to help immigrants impacted by the wildfires.
Where did 20,000 Jews hide from the Holocaust? In Shanghai
Source: npr
Learn more about a community of Jewish immigrants who left a lasting cultural impact on the other side of the world.
How the Costumes of ‘American Born Chinese’ Straddle Fantasy and Reality
Source: CNN
The imprint of Greek and Roman mythology is all around us, from the names of our shoes (Nike, the goddess of victory) to the names of the planets (Mercury, Venus, Mars, etc). And maybe a certain recent movie series has made you familiar with a little Norse mythology, like Thor and Loki, too. Now a new show is introducing Western audiences to Chinese mythology. Find out how costume designers approached dressing ancient Chinese gods for a modern American audience.
Future Filters: Giving Young People a Voice in Policymaking
Source: Institute for Global Change
Young people are largely unrepresented in policymaking, but some countries and organizations are looking to change that.
What is the Future of Communication?
Source: How Stuff Works
There was a time when there was no written language and almost all communication was spoken. Even when language evolved, it was often written on stone and not very portable until the invention of paper. History is full of such advances. Even the now ubiquitous smartphone was thought to be science fiction just a couple of decades ago. But have you ever asked yourself what advances may come next?