Chimps Can’t Cook, But Maybe They’d Like To
Source: National Geographic
According to new research, chimps have all the brainpower needed to cook — except for the ability to control fire. Read about it here.
Culture & Society
10 Great Summer Jobs For Teens
Source: Forbes
Aside from providing a little extra pocket money, what are the benefits of a summer job? Forbes Magazine lists ten jobs that will provide an opportunity for gaining lifelong, transferable skills.
Tacoma teen speaks with Dr. Jill Biden on transgender, nonbinary rights
Source: K5 News
Stella Keating, the youngest transgender person to testify in front of the US Senate, spoke with Dr. Jill Biden about her advocacy surrounding transgender and non-binary youth.
Gilded Age Wives Set Philanthropy’s Gold Standard
Source: Philanthropy Women
The philanthropy of the wives of some of the richest men in American history supported universities, museums, and other institutions. They redefined the traditional role of wealthy women, setting a standard for today’s philanthropic community. Learn more in this short feature.
Meet Angela, The First Named African Woman in Jamestown
Source: USA Today
An Angolan woman called Angela was among the first Africans to arrive in the North American territory that would become the United States. Learn more about Angela, the Central African kingdom of Ndongo where she was born, and how she and other captives lived in Jamestown.
How Classroom Political Discussions — Controversies, Too — Prepare Students for Needed Civic Participation
Source: KQED
This book excerpt explains why classes shouldn’t avoid discussing politics and provides tips for doing it well.
What Is Multiculturalism? Definition, Theories, and Examples
Source: ThoughtCo
Read about how society benefits from encountering and experiencing diverse cultures.
Is Bigfoot real? You likely already know the answer.
Source: Live Science
For decades, hundreds of people claimed to have seen the creature known as “bigfoot” or “sasquatch”. When examined logically, it the existence of this creature really plausible?
Victoria siblings explore chilling creatures from Indigenous stories in horror-themed podcast
Source: APTN News
A brother-and-sister team from the Whitesand First Nation, explore creatures from Indigenous oral histories in their horror-themed podcast. Read about their topics and approach.
This Clothing Line is Saving Textile Waste and Paying Fair Wages
Source: Now This News
At Zero Waste Daniel, New York-based designer Daniel Silverstein creates fashion that is both environment-conscious and socially responsible. Watch this short video to find out more.