How social media is helping Nepal rebuild after two big earthquakes
Source: Quartz
As the effects of the recent earthquake in Nepal became clear, many people have turned to social media to help them locate loved ones and help those affected.
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Why Air Force Cadets Ought to Study Philosophy
Source: The Atlantic
An admiral realized that the Air Force Academy studies in STEM subjects should be balanced with humanities courses. Find out why the Academy thinks these courses will help young people as they grow into adulthood and face present-day challenges.
California’s worst drought in 1,200 years in pictures
Source: BBC
This series of images shows the devastating effect of the drought in California which has led to sweeping state-wide water restrictions for the first time in history .
Harriet Tubman Wins Unofficial Vote to Be on $20 Bill
Source: NBC News
With more than 33 percent of ballots cast in an online poll, Harriet Tubman emerged as the face that people want to see on a new $20 bill.
Announcing the Finalists of the 12th Annual Smithsonian.com Photo Contest
Source: The Guardian
See some amazing photographs showing nature at work in this year’s photo contest finalists for Smithsonian.com.
Bombing Survivor Rebekah Gregory On Marathon: ‘I Took My Life Back Today’
Source: ESPN
Returning to the race that caused her to become an amputee, Boston Marathon bombing victim Rebekah Gregory has crossed the finish line.
Iraq’s Cycles of Revenge
Source: The New York Times
In this opinion piece, the editorial board of The New York Times argues that progress in Iraq has been interrupted by cycles of revenge between sects.
Could Paternity Leave Policies Close the Wage Gap?
Source: Fast Company
In this article, business writer Vivian Giang argues that offering fathers more paternity leave will decrease the gender gap.
Finishing the Dream
Source: NBC Learn
Great civil rights advances have been achieved in the United States, but there is still much to be done for the full equality of all. Explore this NBC site to learn about how far we’ve come and how far we have to go.
Litter To Your Heart’s Content With This Seed-Bomb Coffee Cup
Source: Fast Company
As consumers, do we give enough thought to the amount of waste we generate or where it ends up? This Kickstarter project aims to educate consumers about their waste by producing a coffee cup that can be used to grow plants or trees.