Inspiration: The surprising science of awe and why we need it right now
“Prioritizing awe doesn’t mean ignoring the challenge, denying negative feelings, or forcing positive reappraisals of hard things. In reality, we need to experience awe so that we have the calm …
Food for Thought: A billion more air conditioners?
Apartment building near New Delhi. Can you imagine if every resident had an air conditioner whether throughout India or around the world? Credit: Anindito Mukherjee, Bloomberg By Kaitlyn Scanlon, Alliance …
Sustainability Tip: Sustainable camping tips for Summer 2023
A lovely sustainable camping setup. Credit: KOA By Saul Myhre, Alliance Intern from the University of Minnesota Twin Cities Summer is a fantastic time to get outside and enjoy the …
Sustainability Tip: Plastic Free July — Take the ultimate challenge to reduce plastic usage
Paradise Beach in Thailand ruined by plastic pollution. Credit: Stephane Bidouze, Shutterstock By Kaitlyn Scanlon, Alliance Intern from Oregon State University Most of us feel so stuck with plastic and …
Inspiration: Trans resistance to oppression rises in Florida
Hundreds rally and march at a May Pride event in Orlando, Florida. Credit: John Raoux By Saul Myhre, Alliance Intern from the University of Minnesota Twin Cities In May, Gov …
Song of the Week: How Cosmo Sheldrake has encapsulated the essence of the Earth’s oceans
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FUi_cm3OSJ0 By Saul Myhre, Alliance Intern from the University of Minnesota Twin Cities Cosmo Sheldrake is the perfect example of a creator who at the heart of their being commands …
Bad News: The long-lasting effects of gun violence — Survivors struggle with long-term trauma
A 2023 protest for a ban on assault weapons in Washington, DC. Credit: Aaron Schwartz/Xinhua, Getty Images By Bella Isaacson, Alliance Intern from Scripps College Epidemic is a word typically …
Good News: An emerging, game-changing internet trend — De-influencing
De-influencing is a growing trend on TikTok. Credit: The Washington Post By Bella Isaacson, Alliance Intern from Scripps College Influencers on social media have dramatically increased consumerism. They have been …