Majority of men in Middle East survey believe a woman’s place is in the home
Source: The Guardian
Some people in parts of the Middle East and northern Africa reject the idea of women having power.
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What Is a Stereotype?
Source: ThoughtCo
Groups of people can often be stereotyped, but what does that really mean and how does is affect us?
Was Jack London “the Steve Jobs of his day”?
Source: San Francisco Chronicle
More than a “writer of dog books,” Jack London’s other interests and contributions to society are not typically recognized. A small museum is looking to change that.
Thousands Left Homeless in Bangladeshi Capital after Fire Burns Hundreds of Shanties
Source: NPR
Thousands of citizens living in poverty are left homeless after a fire burns hundreds of shanties in Bangladesh.
Video Games are a ‘great equalizer’ for people with disabilities
Source: USA Today
People with disabilities often feel empowered when playing video games.
Phobias and Irrational Fears
Source: Help Guide
While everyone experiences fears, some have a particularly hard time dealing with them. Skim the text to find out why, as well as ways to overcome those that are most interesting to you.
An 11-year-old’s response to the El Paso shooting: One act of kindness for each victim
Source: Washington Post
An eleven-year-old sees an opportunity to inspire to acts of kindness following the recent El Paso shooting.
Protests in Hong Kong Continue, Remain Peaceful Throughout the Weekend
Source: NPR
Protests in Hong Kong continue into the 11th straight week. Read the latest on their development.
Consumers want a climate label for food, research shows
Source: Kinder
A growing number of consumers are conscious of their toll on the environment. A helpful tool in reducing carbon footprints could be “climate labeling.” Read about this interesting proposal.
Why black people discriminate among ourselves: the toxic legacy of colorism
Source: The Guardian
Colorism is a type of discrimination, often (but not always) perpetrated by members of the same race based on the darkness of a person’s skin. Read this personal essay for insight into the impact of this prejudice.