Brazilians Mourn the Tragic Death of Marielle Franco
The feminist advocate and city council member was gunned down after mediating a debate about women's rights.
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How Our Climate Affects Our Personalities
A new study examines the influence that the climate we live in has on shaping our personalities, and what that means in the time of climate change.
Indonesia’s Persistent Illegal Turtle and Tortoise Trade
A recently published report shows the extent of the country's ongoing problems with the black market sale of animals.
How Exactly Does a Bridge Collapse?
A forensic engineer describes the process of investigating a bridge collapse, like the recent one that occurred at Florida International University in Miami.
Older American Workers are Losing Their Legal Protections
Over the past few decades, the Supreme Court and various businesses have begun rolling back the rights of older workers in the U.S.
What the GOP Tax Bill Could Mean for College Savings
Regardless of whether states embrace or resist the new tax law, they could lose an opportunity to help thousands of children attend college.
How Rwanda’s Government Hinders Female Entrepreneurs
While the statistics illustrate growing economic equality for women in the country, many are still being prevented from running a business.
What Is the ‘Climate Control’ Conspiracy?
A D.C. city council member posted a video claiming that a recent East Coast snowfall is the result of wealthy families controlling the weather.
What Americans Can Learn About Happiness From Denmark
Research shows "hygge," or intentional intimacy, is the driving force behind the Danes' generally positive attitude.
Tracking Seasonal Sea Ice in Real Time
Scientists, government officials, and industry representatives from around the world are working to improve sea ice forecasting in the Arctic.