When Serendipity Books in Chelsea, Michigan, needed to move to a new location, owner Michelle Tuplin had a problem: 9,100 books and not enough…
Some of us aren’t familiar with what goes on in a casual gaming chat. Maybe some jokes or maybe make a new friend. But for one Tennessee teenager…
Paul Krugman is an economist, Distinguished Professor of Economics at the Graduate Center of the University of New York, and in 2008 was awarded…
If history is fixed in the past, some of those who shaped it remain powerfully present. Mary Harris “Mother” Jones is one of them.
She lost…
Last week, we asked you to take the fake news test. Today, we bring you a game to play. It's called Bad News.
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The FDA and CDC, in collaboration with state and local partners, are investigating illnesses in a multistate outbreak of Salmonella…
No one wants to hurt all the time. But for millions of people, pain is a daily companion—often invisible and heartbreakingly persistent. It’s not…
On May 16, 2025, Jane Fonda, delivered the commencement address to USC's Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism Class of 2025.
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When José Andrés immigrated to the U.S. at 21, he didn’t come with a grand plan—he came with a passion for food, a deep work ethic, and a desire…
Fake news has increasingly become a menace to democracies across the globe. As a weapon of political warfare, fake news easily and effectively…
You don't need to spend a fortune on self-improvement. You don't even need to spend a penny.
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“Our government teaches the whole people by its example. If the government becomes the lawbreaker, it breeds contempt for law; it invites every…
We all know the feeling: we pick up our phones for a quick check, and suddenly, we've spent an hour immersed in a stream of distressing news. Not…
"In a democracy dissent is an act of faith. Like medicine, the test of its value is not in its taste, but in its effects. To criticize one's…
Cipro is a commonly prescribed antibiotic belonging to the fluoroquinolone class. It’s used to treat conditions ranging from bacterial infections…
When we think of truck stops, we picture big rigs lined up outside, road trip souvenirs inside, and truck drivers at the counter scarfing down…
In November 1960, six-year-old Ruby Bridges stepped into history as the first Black child in America to attend an all-white school.
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Pope Francis was a rare marvel, a voice of dissent, and always fearless in speaking truth to power. He never wavered from the compassion of Christ…
Over 50 years ago, healthcare practitioners began using computed tomography, or CT scans, to detect diseases and injuries. Alarmingly, a study…
It’s easy to imagine ourselves on the right side of history—defying Nazis, hiding families, speaking out against injustice. But when…
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“Patriotism is not 'my country right or wrong'; patriotism means loving the ideals for which America stands and having the courage to speak up…
April is National Library Month—and there’s never been a better time to shout out and cheer on the heroes behind the shelves. Libraries are sacred…
“As an artist I have always tried to be faithful to my vision of life, and I have frequently been in conflict with those who wanted me to paint…
Respect, kindness, and acceptance are under attack in public schools. In a Meridian, Idaho middle school classroom, a simple sign declaring “…
Check your refrigerator or freezer to see if you’ve purchased any of the following liquid egg products produced on March 12 and 13, 2025. These…
Throughout the history of the U.S. armed forces, women have stepped forward with courage, skill, and determination, often without recognition or…
Today’s Notable Quotable is part of an interview with Mark O’Malley, former head of US Social Security Administration and former Governor of…
They call and claim to be a U.S. Marshall or police officer. They say you missed jury duty and it’s urgent to pay a fine. Don’t believe it. It’s…
Science has always been shaped by brilliant minds—both male and female—yet, today, one may no longer be able to find the word “women” on any…
In today’s Notable Quotable, we provide an excerpt from a radio address delivered by President Ronald Reagan to the nation on free and fair trade…
Courage is often depicted as something loud, bold, forceful—soldiers charging into battle, firefighters running into flames. When people think of…
In March 2003, U.S. forces invaded Iraq under the pretense it was harboring stockpiles of chemical, biological, and nuclear weapons. A…
The new administration has no interest in fighting illegal scams or those who engage in them, but Consumer Alerts from the FTC is providing a…
This notable quote comes from a letter Abraham Lincoln wrote to his friend, Joshua F. Speed, on Aug. 14 1855
“Our progress in degeneracy…
A lot is changing in our vast world. The butterfly effect is all over us, affecting every neighborhood, every family, even children who may see…
Today, our prayers go out to Pope Francis who continues to battle pneumonia in both lungs.
His quote is especially notable as it echoes…
Unsurprisingly, many American voters including Republicans are alarmed, stunned, and fearful of the draconian, unconstitutional steps the new…
Did you know that National Black History Month has been around since 1926? With the exception of its first two years, each year has focused on a…
Last month, one of Elon Musk’s rockets blew up minutes after launching, casting its debris across the Caribbean and creating mass chaos as air…
No one is completely wrong all of the time. Nor is anyone entirely correct all of the time. Can anyone actually discern the whole truth and…
In his post on X about USAID, Elon Musk bragged about feeding the Agency into “the wood chipper” instead of using that time to go to “some great…
As Americans come to grips with the stunning change in ideals and values imposed on our nation, many despair what the future will bring.
Kathy Faith is the founder of Happy Harvesters, an organization that harvests backyard fruit trees and donates their bounty to food pantries…
Yesterday, President Trump rescinded 76 of the Biden administration’s executive orders. According to the new order, “The previous administration…
Today’s Notable Quotable is from Ruth Ben-Ghiat, Professor of History and Italian Studies at New York University. She writes about the threats to…
We are in the midst of a climate war, though no one will call it that. Its battlefield is your backyard, the local church, a neighborhood school,…
As this year came to a close, so did the long life of former President Jimmy Carter. As news media outlets challenge the merits of his presidency…
Emma Patterson’s story is deeply moving, not only for her immense kindness but also for her selflessness and love throughout her life. Over the…
Scott Dixon didn’t hesitate. When he saw the pickup truck veer across the lane and plunge into the flood channel, his instincts and years of…
Ten years ago, self-described plutocrat, Nick Hanauer, published a memo in Politico to “My Fellow Zillionnaires” entitled, The Pitchforks Are…
In 2019, Maurizio Cattelan taped a banana to a gallery wall and unveiled it to the art world. He titled this work “Comedian” and included three…
Putting Kash Patel in charge of the FBI shouldn’t come as news to anyone but those who still kid themselves into thinking that Trump is God’s…
It’s the old story of buying a pig in a poke. If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. This is why Americans across the country are…
Hate is a heavy burden to carry, yet so many of us unknowingly clutch it tightly. It starts small—an offense that lingers, a betrayal that cuts…
Many parents worry about their kids being addicted to social media, particularly TikTok. It's not by chance they spend hour after hour glued to…
John Knox was the founder of the Church of Scotland and served King Edward VI of England as a royal chaplain. He was also a rabid misogynist who…
War is always about power and spoils. It is never about you or me, or who we lose. It is about them, and what they gain. If you need to reconnect…
Life expresses itself in beautiful ways. In this exhibit, you’ll be convinced that the intelligence that shapes life is the greatest artist of all…
Exciting news: In a 3D model of the human nasal passage, a new drug-free nasal spray blocked and neutralized nearly 100 percent…
Today’s notable quotable includes four statements from Albert Einstein, who as one of the most eminent scientists of the twentieth century brought…
This interesting quote was found scribbled on the inside cover of an old textbook. Who penned it remains a mystery.
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Youtropolis is always on the lookout for ways to make life easier for us all. One simple tool we'd like to share with you is Reader Mode.
They call her Amazing Grace and compare her to the energizer bunny, and at 97 she has drive and cherishes her purpose in life. What keeps her…
Did you know that 60% of our clothes are made of plastic? Fabrics made of plastic, such as acrylic, polyester, and nylon, are ubiquitous in our…
A strong social safety net is the lifeblood of every thriving economy. Those who enjoy the most basic financial stability also create market…
The CDC is reporting very high levels of COVID-19 in over half of the United States. According to their report, the pandemic is now endemic year-…
A photo essay by French photographer Robin Tutenges takes us on a journey through war torn Ukrainian communities where youth find solidarity and…
Pioneering photojournalist, George Brich, captured many of the most iconic moments of the 20th century for the Associated Press. Establishing his…
There’s no shortage of benevolence in this world. Whether you see it in the man who rescues a hummingbird, a six-year-old who sells lemonade to…
July 1, 2024, is the other date which will now “live in infamy”. That it is this close to celebrating our national day of independence leaves us…
"The universe is intentional, always bending in the direction of the next best thing, the miracle, the healing, the repairing of the wound. But by…
This quote was penned by Thomas Fuller, a British physician, preacher, and intellectual. In 1732 he published Gnomologia: Adagies and Proverbs…
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The next cop you meet may not be who you think he is, even with that shiny badge and nice smile on his face. Under the guise of…
It’s always a surprise. They huddle in the early morning waiting for a paid day of work. Each man hopes he’ll be lucky today as he waits in the…
Protests work. This is proof of the power they hold and the place they have in changing social and political outcomes. Be grateful for Democracies…
It’s no surprise this film won an Oscar for best documentary short earlier this year. It's a masterpiece, bar none, and your ticket to go on an…
A new bill that would have prevented states from outlawing hormonal birth control and intrauterine devices failed in the Senate after most…
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Earlier this month, on May 3, Deborah Szekely turned 102. For her, it was just another day in which to express gratitude for all the good things…
Have you noticed how trendy and fashionable kindness has become? You can’t walk into a clothing store or gift shop without being met with the…
We often hear, and maybe have said, “I’m just one person; there’s nothing I can do.” Well, that simply isn’t true. In 1962, one woman wrote a book…
It’s been said that need is the mother of invention, and women have long been those mothers at the forefront of birthing new discoveries and…
Over the past years, libraries have been thought to be on their deathbed as they tried to compete with the convenience and speed of the internet…
“Lunch shaming” happens every day in school cafeterias nationwide. The victims of this shaming are children whose parents owe a nominal sum of…
A small number of fallible human beings and a set of technical controls are all that stand between now and nuclear apocalypse. —Jerry Brown…
March is Women’s History Month, so today we celebrate Susan B. Anthony, a determined liberator who championed women’s rights and fought for women’…
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