On Forgiveness
Source: The New York Times
What is forgiveness? Can you truly forgive if you are consumed with thoughts of anger or revenge? Written by a professor of philosophy at Boston University, this essay explores these and other questions.
Opinion
How Can Women Gain Influence in Hollywood?
Source: The New York Times
Did you know that only one female director has ever won an Academy Award? Why are there so few women making movies? And what should we do about it? Explore the opinions of eight different writers.
What Americans Keep Ignoring About Finland’s School Success
Source: The Atlantic
Finland has one of the most successful education systems in the world, whereas the United States remains mired in the middle. What is Finland doing differently, and why aren’t we trying it?
Is the Internet Hurting Children?
Source: CNN
There is no doubt that the Internet and social media have become an essential part of every child’s life, but is that a good thing? Consider two very different perspectives on the influences of these technological advances on children.
A Youth Renaissance for Native Americans
Source: Smithsonian Magazine
How do Native American tribes keep their cultures alive while still responding to the changing world around them? Filmmaker Chris Eyre shares his thoughts and hopes.
Climate Change Is Inevitable — It’s Time to Adapt
Source: Wired
Scientists assert that climate change is inevitable. The good news, however, is that humans can adapt to it. Read this article to learn one writer’s opinion about how we can do that.
‘Gnomeo & Juliet’: Shakespeare, Cheerfully Plastered
Source: National Public Radio
The story of Romeo and Juliet has been retold in countless book and film adaptations, not all to great success. Read one reviewer’s critique of a recent animated attempt to recreate Shakespeare’s characters as garden gnomes.