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An aerial view of the floating pier off Gaza shows its basic structure

How the Gaza humanitarian aid pier traces its origins to discarded cigar boxes before World War II

Built by the U.S. military and operated in coordination with the United Nations, aid groups and other nations’ militaries, the pier can trace its origins back to a mid-20th century U.S. Navy officer who collected discarded cigar boxes to experiment with a new idea.
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Illustration of Fred Rogers putting on a shoe in Mister Rogers Neighborhood

4 Ways To Celebrate 143 Day (Mister Rogers Day) on May 23

On 143 Day, we celebrate the enduring legacy of Fred Rogers. Engage in these activities to honor his commitment to fostering love and understanding.
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Abstract illustration divided into two halves: the left side depicts a dark, starry night sky with celestial elements like planets and moons, while the right side shows a bright daytime sky with clouds and swirling lines. In the center, a yin-yang symbol and scales of justice represent balance, harmony, and social justice.

The key to ending injustice? Being good at relationships, according to this Harvard-educated psychologist

If we hope to end all injustices — and that should be our goal, lofty as it may seem — we need a foundational shift in how we approach achieving justice. 
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5 books to help you better understand today's campus protests in the context of history

Every so often, a cause ignites a sustained fury on college campuses across the nation. In 2020, it was Black Lives Matter. In 2011, it was Occupy Wall Street. In the 1980s, it was apartheid in South Africa. Right now, it’s the Israeli military campaign in Gaza.
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Three photos. Left: Hunter Shafer plays Jules Vaughn in HBO's 'Euphoria.' Center: Bella Ramsey and Storm Reid in 'The Last of Us.' Right: Christina Hendricks leans atop Hannah Einbinder, about to kiss her in an episode of 'Hacks.'

This viral spreadsheet is your guide to queer women characters on TV

A TikTok creator made a thorough online database to make it easier to find TV shows with LGBTQ+ women characters.
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An illustration of gaps in data for AAPI month. Web pages and file folders are stacked over each other with iconography symbolizing the missing data in the background.

AAPI researchers celebrate new standards for collecting race, ethnicity data

The Asian American and Pacific Islander community is the fastest-growing racial group in the United States, growing over four times faster than the total population.
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Three photos. Left: a map on the Roll Mobility app, displaying yellow, green, and red icons in the Denver area. Center: A screenshot of a TikTok video, showing a person using a wheelchair and trying to enter a building with a large step. Right: A screenshot of a review of Roast Coffee in Denver, Colorado on the Roll Mobility app.

This app makes it easy to find wheelchair-friendly restaurants & coffee shops (and downvote inaccessible shops)

Roll Mobility helps users find and rate accessible coffee shops, restaurants, trails, parking, and more — from anywhere in the world.
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22 Asian American-centered films to watch during AAPI Heritage Month

Take a look through this chronological list to see which movies you've already seen and which ones you need to add to your watchlist.‍
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Quote Graphic: Teacher appreciation makes the world of education go around. — Helen Peters

41 Best Teacher Appreciation Quotes To Show Gratitude

As you read through these inspiring words, we hope you'll be reminded of the immense value of the educators in your life and feel motivated to express your thanks to them.
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Colorful illustrated teacher happily teaching students

17 Ideas To Celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week

Teacher Appreciation Week is an annual celebration in May dedicated to the appreciation and support of America’s teachers. Here are some ways to celebrate the week-long event.
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Man driving during golden hour

What should you inspect on your vehicle before going on a road trip?

Road trips on impulse without proper planning will have all the equilibrium of a house built on jelly. A lot of planning and groundwork has to be done before you take off on a road trip. Plus, your efforts will improve gas mileage and help the planet
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A San Francisco's Chinatown street filled with buildings and lanters

10 historical sites to visit to learn more about Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander heritage

We have compiled a list of historical sites, like 'Iolani Palace and Angel Island, where you can learn more about Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander heritage.
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