
Generous paternal leave policies improve maternal and newborn health, family finances, and more
When a father takes significant leave — at least two weeks — children report experiencing more closeness and better communication up to nine years later.
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'Socktober' celebrates 15 years of local kindness
Brad Montague founded Socktober in 2011 thanks to a nudge from a few middle school students. After learning that a concerning number of neighbors were living on the streets, these kids were eager to help in a tangible way.
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Hank and John Green's 'Pizzamas' holiday turns mustaches and merch into maternal healthcare
The story of Pizza John and a community of Nerdfighters making the world a better place... in the weirdest way possible.
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24 ways to thoughtfully celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in 2026
Hispanic Heritage Month (or Latino Heritage Month) is a month-long celebration that kicks off on September 15th. We’ve put together great ideas to help you celebrate it...
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25 years after 9/11, experts say Americans have a shocking ability to reconnect after trauma
Amid tremendous hardship and loss, people reach for connection and find strength in community, experts say.
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Labor Day's 'radical roots' show the power and potential of organized labor
Labor Day’s founders included skilled craft workers, immigrant laborers, and revolutionary anarchists.
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A landmark UN report says the world will overshoot the 1.5° climate target. But hope is not lost
For over a decade, the world has been trying to limit global warming to 1.5°C. That’s no longer possible, according to a new United Nations report. But it's not time to give up, experts say.
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How Gloria Steinem helped shape feminism and gender equality
“The truth will set you free, but first it will piss you off,” said Steinem, who founded Ms. magazine and pushed for equality.
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Climate change is messing with sports. Here are 10 ways athletes and fans can take action
From snowless ski slopes to dangerously hot conditions at the World Cup, climate change is changing the sports and recreation landscape. Fans and athletes have the power to make a difference.
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GoFundMe launches hub of verified Nepal flooding relief fundraisers
The death toll has reached over 1,000 in the wake of devastating flash floods in Nepal.
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What dandelions, bees, and outdoor play can teach kids about their responsibilities to nature
Outdoor and nature-based programs support children’s connections with the natural world and the development of ecological awareness.
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How journalists are winning back the trust of marginalized communities
Trust in journalism was displaced long before the rise of digital and social media. Here's how individual reporters are building it back.
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