Big Food Is Boosted by All Our Pandemic Snacking
Source: Treehugger
While some companies are struggling during the pandemic, major snack companies are bringing in unforeseen profits.
Current Events
America’s digital divide: Why Internet access should be a basic human right
Source: The Optimist Daily
The pandemic has forced us to view our everyday lives in a new light, including our access to an internet connection. With virtual learning becoming a necessity rather than a luxury, should internet access be a basic human right?
Fires, orchestras, parachutes. Some other ways to describe coronavirus — besides war.
Source: The World
Listen: Metaphors used to describe the pandemic are so powerful, they can increase our fear and frustration.
Washington’s NFL team drops ‘Redskins’ name after 87 years
Source: AP News
Washington’s NFL team retires “Redskins” name after decades of criticisms in the wake of recent racial injustices.
With a gay protagonist, Pixar short ‘Out’ makes history
Source: AP News
Animator Steven Hunter is proud to be a part of Pixar’s first film containing an LGBTQ protagonist.
Florida middle schoolers win big for inventing device to stop flash floods
Source: The Washington Post
Two 6th graders from Florida won their school $100,000 by developing a piece of technology that will help prevent flash floods.
John Lewis, lion of civil rights and Congress, dies at 80
Source: AP News
Recently deceased, Congressman John Lewis was a true American hero. We remember his sacrifices and accomplishments as a civil rights activist.
At 16, Coco Gauff’s voice is already as strong as her serve
Source: The Undefeated
Coco Gauff—the youngest player ranked in the top 100 by the Women’s Tennis Association—says we are all responsible for the fight against racism.
Old times not forgotten: Mississippi furls rebel-themed flag
Source: AP News
Mississippi officials have finally agreed to retire their state flag containing racist symbolism.
A Photographer Follows in Gandhi’s Footsteps
Source: National Geographic
See photos retracing the route of Gandhi’s famous Salt March and learn about the photographer’s experience in this interview.