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The Madeleine McCann Case Shows Inequality Between Missing Children

People across the world were looking for this girl. Her story reveals the power of media for missing children, but only if they're rich and white.

Starr Shapiro, Columbia University

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Tools You Need To Conduct Meetings During This Pandemic

What to do when you can't meet in person?

Daniel Reed

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Loneliness Is a Pervasive Issue That Could Lead to Real Health Problems

Former U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy has offered some counterintuitive yet practical advice for navigating what he calls the 'loneliness epidemic.'

Megan Stager, University of Pittsburgh

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Online Learning Can Help Develop Skills and Stave Off Boredom

Digital classes bleed into the summer as companies like MasterClass and CourseHorse continue to educate people from the comfort of home.

Farah Javed, CUNY Baruch College

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How ‘The Legend of Korra’ Confronts Systemic Oppression — And Fails

The Black Lives Matter movement contextualizes and highlights the botched themes of the sequel to the beloved 'Avatar: The Last Airbender.'

Srishti Tyagi, Cornell University

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3 Popular Comic Artists Tackling Life Issues While Making Us Laugh

During times like these, creatives have way too much time on their hands. One result: killer web comics with deadly serious undertones.

Aubrey Doerr, Chapman University

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10 Instagram Accounts To Follow That Center Black Voices and Issues

Keep your feed filled with content about the Black Lives Matter movement, and see the impact and value of Black creators.

Emma Smith, Wesleyan University

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The Virtual Tutoring Market Is Growing, Here’s How You Can Get Involved

Ever since the transition to online learning, several teaching services are seeking additional educators to fulfill the new demand.

Hannah Docter-Loeb, Wesleyan University

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Add These 10 Virtual Tours to Your Stay-At-Home Bucket List This Summer

Visit Paris, Machu Picchu and the International Space Station — no physical travel required.

Emilia Chavez, Rice University

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Big Arms — Impressive or Overrated?

Is it time to hit the gym or pull back a bit?

Daniel Reed

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What Defunding the Police Would Mean for Our Society

With studies showing education and mental health intervention yield lower crime rates, is funneling funds into law enforcement really a good idea?

Abigail Adeleke, University of Miami

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Division III May Offer More Academic Experiences Than Division I Athletics

Athletes have heard the phrase 'DI bound,' but is there a better alternative for students wanting to focus on both athletics and academics?

Chloe Hamer, Pitzer College

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