Women Saving the Planet: Lidy Nacpil of the Philippines
The veteran civil-society advocate came of political age under the Marcos régime in the Philippines. Today she’s one of the busiest organizers in the world.
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How to Celebrate Forests — and Help Save Them
In honor of International Day of Forests, a look at the trees that need our help the most.…
Women Saving the Planet: Christiana Figueres of Costa Rica
The former executive secretary of the U.N. Framework Convention on Climate Change sees women as the solution to climate change, rather than victims.
Women Saving the Planet: Kayla DeVault, Advocating for Navajo Nation
The scholar and indigenous activist explains how tribal communities can help solve the energy crisis.
Chinawood: Two Big Brands—‘Hollywood’ and ‘Made in China’—Merge Into One
Superheroes over superstitious narratives, a celebration of socialist core values, and more strong female leads: Predicting the future…
Why Scientific Transparency Is So Tricky
People love transparency in science, until they don’t. By Paul D. Thacker The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s logo…
The Women on the Front Lines of Climate Change
Women around the globe are disproportionately affected by climate change, but this gives them an edge in preparing for an uncertain future.
Creating in an Age of Anxiety, Depression, and Dread
Anxiety can lead to better art, but do the two have to be so mutually intertwined?
The Week in Photos: From Spanish Bullfighting to St. Patrick’s Day Parades
A round-up of images from Viewfinder, Pacific Standard’s daily photo feature. The 256th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade…