Malala Yousafzai urges world leaders to take urgent action on Afghanistan
Source: Reuters
Watch the video to hear what the Nobel prize-winning activist has to say.
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ICON 3D Prints the First Simulated Mars Surface Habitat for NASA
Source: ICON
Explore the Mars Dune Alpha and consider whether you would ever live on another planet.
The Real Story of Revere’s Ride
Source: The Paul Revere House Museum
Learn the real story behind the famous midnight ride of one of America’s most storied Sons of Liberty. Click on the interactive map to learn more about Revere’s route.
Born in the USA: The Chinese Immigrant Son Who Fought for Birthright Citizenship
Source: History
In an important U.S. immigration law milestone, Wong Kim Ark sued the U.S. government to recognize birthright citizenship for children of immigrants. Read the remarkable story here.
Stories Survive: Paula Weissman
Source: Museum of Jewish Heritage
Like Anne Frank, Paula Weissman was sent to a Nazi concentration camp as a teenager. Learn about how she made a life for herself after liberation, and explore the site for more powerful stories.
Disability activist shares biggest tips for young people who want to make a difference
Source: Yahoo
Read about Aubrie Lee’s experience with activism and her advice for young aspiring activists.
Helicopters are ruining Shakespeare in the Park
Source: New York Post
Read about how helicopters disrupt theater-goers in New York City’s Central Park.
‘Serious ramifications’: Why unshakeable gender stereotypes prevent men from taking paternity leave
Source: Digiday
Parental leave policies are largely not distributed equally along gender lines. Read about the people looking to change that.
What Forest Floor Playgrounds Teach Us About Kids and Germs
Source: Wired
In a world of antibacterial soaps and sterile environments, scientists have found that children exposed to diverse bacterial environments have better immune responses.
The Asian American Women Who Fought to Make Their Mark in WWII
Source: HISTORY
Read about the extraordinary women who overcame adversity to work as pilots, translators, guerilla fighters, and more during their country’s time of need.