This National Nurses Week, landmark celebrations spotlight nurses—but real change means turning gratitude into stronger support, policy, and protection.
Browsing: Culture & Society
Massapequa’s mascot fight is the latest flashpoint in America’s culture wars. With Trump’s backing, a local tradition faces scrutiny over its impact on Indigenous communities.
Michelle Obama’s revelations cast light on the harsh price of growing up in the White House—and raise tough questions about privacy, race, and resilience.
From Sydney’s trauma-informed health centers to Quito’s grassroots wellness projects, urban design is being redefined for a healthier, more equitable future.
The Mellon Foundation’s $15 million bailout exposes a dire crisis for state humanities councils—one that federal cuts have made critical.
As the Honor Flight Network brings hundreds of veterans to D.C. memorials, liberal values press us to ask: Why must basic recognition still depend on charity over policy?
Airyn De Niro speaks candidly about the challenges and joys of living authentically as a trans woman of color, and the importance of self-definition beyond her celebrity roots.
A major study reveals female cancer survivors face far higher rates of fatigue and depression—undermining quality of life and pointing to urgent gender gaps in care.
With community kitchens in Gaza facing imminent closure due to an ongoing blockade, a full-blown hunger crisis threatens millions. International denial and inaction may cost countless innocent lives.
Across the U.S., community gardens are empowering neighborhoods—while pushing back against food insecurity and isolation.