Study finds most violent crime rates have fallen back to pre-pandemic levels
The number of homicides across the United States declined by 16% in 2024, continuing a recent downward trajectory, according to the latest crime trends report from the Council on Criminal Justice.
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Charitable giving grew to nearly $600B in 2024. A booming stock market is to thank
Giving to nonprofits engaged in education, health, arts, culture and humanities, the environment, and animals reached all-time highs.
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Norway offered residents a chance to win a $1,000 prize for recycling; now 97% of all plastic bottles are returned
A new study found that people are more eager to recycle when offered a chance to win a large sum prize, instead of a guaranteed 10 cents. And in Norway, this approach is a reality.
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A majority of people around the world support paying a carbon tax
Even in the U.S., where the policy was least popular, half of those surveyed said they'd support a climate tax that redistributes wealth.
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These schools are trying a new 'pay-it-forward' student loan plan: 'No interest, no fees'
The Hawaii Renewable Learning Fund pitches a new way to approach student loans — without the crushing interest rates.
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CEO invites the world to invest in refugees: 'Humanity flourishes when people have the tools to succeed'
For the last decade, Inkomoko CEO Julienne Oyler has recognized a truth that has often gone overlooked: refugees are resilient, resourceful, and indispensable as business owners.
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Grocery prices are on the rise. Here's how a home chef turned a $20 Dollar Tree trip into 'four full family dinners'
Rebecca Chobat has spent the last three years making delicious meals on a budget. In her latest challenge, she turned 20 bucks into four amazing meals for the whole family.
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