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By calling out complicity on the part of colleges, corporations, and the government in South Africa’s system of apartheid, student activists were able to show that demands for divestment could be a concrete and effective form of protest.

The implementation of this technology will make emergency services more accessible for Deaf and hard of hearing patients.

Backlash and boycotts bandied about after beloved children’s icon Ms Rachel made a celebratory Pride Month post, and her follow up video continued a call for “respect” and “empathy” for all families.

Of all the monkey species around the world, one stands out with its large, bizarre nose. But why evolve such a strange feature?

Demand for hybrid vehicles is surging, and carmakers are quickly shifting gears to stay relevant in the market.

What makes a city a good place to live? Practical features are important, such as well-maintained streets, good public transit and reliable trash collection. So are amenities that make cities attractive and interesting, such as museums and public parks.

Research suggests that firefighters have higher rates of cancer than the general population, including a 26% higher risk for brain cancer.

Students at all-girls’ schools do slightly better in their exams than girls at co-educational schools, according to new research...

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