Britain’s Art Bailout
It’s no secret that the coronavirus pandemic has taken a devastating toll on the global economy. The U.S. Congress used the CARES Act to provide […]
People and Culture
What So Proudly We Hail: A Look at Independence Day
In a normal year, you might celebrate July 4th by attending a community fireworks show or participating in your town’s local parade. Since many of […]
NEA Awards National Heritage Grants
Every year, the National Endowment for the Arts, or NEA, awards prestigious grants to U.S. artists. Beginning in the 1980s, the organization broadened their definition […]
Yosemite National Park Reopens
You’re probably excited about your favorite stores and restaurants opening back up again after many states have begun to relax their stay-at-home orders. National parks […]
Environmental Injustice
Earlier this week, our nation celebrated the memory of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. For many, Monday was a day to consider […]
Bullying, LGBTQ Youth, and the Law
Bullying is a major problem in schools today. And it’s even worse for the LGBTQ community. Statistics show that LGBTQ youth are far more likely […]
The FTC Cracks Down on Social Media Influencers
Social media: it’s not just for sharing cute photos of your cat anymore. As a matter of fact, it has become a multi-billion-dollar-a-year advertising industry. […]
The Motherhood Gap
Women in the United States are having babies later than ever before. But according to a new study, the age at which they give birth […]
Meet Me at the Fair!
It’s August, and in many places, that means one thing: state fair time! Many people love state fairs for their rides, displays, and wide variety […]
UPDATED! National Museum of African-American History and Culture
UPDATE! Watch this video showing President Obama’s speech at the opening of the National Museum of African-American History and Culture. *** Original post *** This […]