What it’s really like to have autism
Source: TED
Listen to Ethan Lisi discuss autistic behaviors and debunk stereotypes.
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Yes, scientists are actually building an elevator to space
Source: TED
Watch this video to learn what building this massive structure would all entail.
Can an iPhone App Help Save an Endangered Language?
Source: Sapiens
Technology is being used to help preserve languages, such as Chickasaw, that have seen a drastic reduction in usage.
Tightrope Between the Towers
Source: HISTORY
The Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in New York City were once the tallest buildings in the world. Read about a daring highwire act spanning the tops of these skyscrapers.
Anne Frank: Her Life, Her Diary, Her Legacy
Source: Google Cultural Institute
View and read this photo gallery for a timeline of Anne Frank’s life and the historic events that shaped it.
Why did Gandhi march 240 miles for salt?
Source: How Stuff Works
Salt may seem like a small thing to spark a revolution, but it’s crucial to human health. Learn more about why the Indian people rose up against English rule over the regulation of salt.
Meet the Hero: Ralph Lazo
Source: Lowell Milken Center for Unsung Heroes
Ralph Lazo, a Mexican American, recognized the injustice of Japanese internment during World War II. He voluntarily stood in solidarity with his Japanese friends in their internment camp, leaving a legacy of bravery.
7 Characteristics of Heroism
Source: Verywellmind
Read about the best ways to positively impact the world around you with this quick list of heroic characteristics.
Google Self-Driving Car Project
Source: Google
A self-driving car could well be a product of the not-so-distant future. How do you feel about a driverless car? What are the advantages? What do you think might concern people about such a vehicle?
Young, Black Native activists say it’s time to appreciate Indigenous diversity
Source: NPR
In honor of Indigenous People’s Day, these young activists raise awareness about multifaceted Indigenous identities.