Why do some of us love to be scared?
Source: The Philadelphia Inquirer
Are you a Thrillseeker? New research shows people differ in their chemical response to thrilling situations. Read about why some of us enjoy being scared, while others don’t.
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Home? Teen Refugees and Immigrants Explore Their Tucson
Source: What Kids Can Do
Read about, and view some of the material from, this exhibit in which student refugees and immigrants in Tuscon, AZ, explore the concept of home.
Richard Branson on Taking Risks
Source: Business Insider
Entrepreneur Richard Branson explains how he has improved his businesses through competition and record-setting pursuits, including an attempt to fly around the world in a balloon.
Personality Matters More Than Intelligence at School
Source: New Republic
An Australian psychologist conducted a study on how personality and academic performance are linked and found some surprising answers.
When Their Workday Ends, More Fathers Are Heading Into the Kitchen
Source: The New York Times
While women still spend more hours in the kitchen than men on average, a growing number of working fathers are preparing meals.
The Tank Man
Source: Frontline
In 1989, many Chinese citizens participated in nonviolent protests favoring a change to democracy. The Chinese government quickly used its military power to put a stop to the protests. The iconic image that exemplifies this brief era is of a lone man confronting a long line of army tanks in Beijing’s Tiananmen Square. This Frontline documentary explores the Tank Man’s impact and legacy.
CEOs say how you treat a waiter can predict a lot about character
Source: USA Today
Most of us have experienced being treated as if we were less important than others, because of our age or social status or some other factor. But the people who make hiring decisions for some companies have taken notice, finding that how a job seeker treats those in service positions accurately reflects his or her character.
Helping Fellow Plane Crash Survivors Has Changed My Life
Source: CNN
In 1985, George Lamson Jr. was the sole survivor of a plane crash. Read about the difficulties he experienced as a sole survivor, and watch videos in which four other sole survivors share their stories.
Volunteer Program Helps Lincoln Middle-Schoolers Prepare for Their Futures
Source: The Interior Journal
Eighth grade is not too soon to think about college and career. High school will prepare you for both. Read how this middle school helps students focus on future planning for high school and beyond.
Ramsey Campbell and Stephen King on why Rupert Bear and Bambi are truly terrifying
Source: The Guardian
Horror writers discuss their surprising inspirations and the particular pleasure derived from fear in the horror genre.