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Madrid food
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Kois, neighborhood activist: There is a movement in the US to have chickens in backyards'

Urban agriculture enhances community bonds and questions the current food system, as demonstrated by initiatives like Incredible Edible.
Madrid food
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Kois, neighborhood activist: There is a movement in the US to have chickens in backyards'

Urban agriculture enhances community bonds and questions the current food system, as demonstrated by initiatives like Incredible Edible.
#technology
#global-issues
Startup companies
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

No, you're not fine just the way you are: time to quit your pointless job, become morally ambitious and change the world

Moral ambition drives individuals to pursue meaningful careers that address global challenges rather than settling for uninspiring jobs.
Startup companies
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

No, you're not fine just the way you are: time to quit your pointless job, become morally ambitious and change the world

Moral ambition drives individuals to pursue meaningful careers that address global challenges rather than settling for uninspiring jobs.
Film
fromKqed
1 week ago

'Caught by the Tides' Brilliantly Reflects Time's Relentless March Forward

Jia Zhangke's 'Caught by the Tides' effectively captures 25 years of Chinese social and technological evolution within a two-hour narrative.
#gen-z
Digital life
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Young Dubliners 10 years on: 'I remember feeling so lost at that age, not knowing what was going to become of me'

Daragh Soden's 'Young Dubliners' project captures the vibrant essence of Ireland's Gen Z navigating post-recession realities.
Digital life
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Gen Z Grief: The Hidden Grief of a Generation

Gen Z is experiencing a unique collective grief and loss.
This grief is often misinterpreted as apathy or entitlement.
Naming and sharing this grief can catalyze meaningful change.
Digital life
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Young Dubliners 10 years on: 'I remember feeling so lost at that age, not knowing what was going to become of me'

Daragh Soden's 'Young Dubliners' project captures the vibrant essence of Ireland's Gen Z navigating post-recession realities.
Digital life
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Gen Z Grief: The Hidden Grief of a Generation

Gen Z is experiencing a unique collective grief and loss.
This grief is often misinterpreted as apathy or entitlement.
Naming and sharing this grief can catalyze meaningful change.
#representation
Social justice
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

States Won't Tell Us How to Win the Next Election. We Need to Look to the Counties.

The meme highlights the underrepresentation in America and the potential for progressive movements to reshape the nation.
Social justice
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

States Won't Tell Us How to Win the Next Election. We Need to Look to the Counties.

The meme highlights the underrepresentation in America and the potential for progressive movements to reshape the nation.
Arts
fromMedium
3 weeks ago

DesignShift: From control to creativity

Embracing creativity is essential for navigating uncertainty and social turmoil.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

On the road in Sierra Leone with Bombali's bike ladies'

With nearly 60% of Sierra Leone's rural population living in poverty, commercial riding offers income to hundreds of thousands – nearly all of them men.
Alternative transportation
#mental-health
US news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Another Federal Agency Helps Cannabis

VOA plays a crucial role in informing about cannabis policy and cultural shifts in the U.S., highlighting evolving societal attitudes and bipartisan support.
fromRoger Ebert
3 weeks ago

Chaz Ebert Says ILLUMINATE Film Festival Will Help Light The Way | Chaz's Journal | Roger Ebert

Chaz Ebert stated, "It's a true privilege to be part of the ILLUMINATE Film Festival's micro-short film contest, celebrating the Oneness of Humanity."
Mental health
Psychology
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Moral Ambition by Rutger Bregman review why you quit your job to make the world a better place

This book challenges readers to use their skills for moral improvement rather than financial gain.
Europe news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

To UnderstandGlobal Migration, You Have to See It First

Global migration is at a record high, impacting politics and economies.
Inconsistent data on migration complicates understanding its true scope.
Fundraising
fromstupidDOPE
1 month ago

Dwyane Wade and RealTruck Unveil One-of-a-Kind "Champions Edition" Ford F-250 for Charity Auction | stupidDOPE

The 'Champions Edition' Ford F-250 combines luxury, power, and philanthropy with proceeds supporting community equity efforts.
fromHarvard Gazette
1 month ago

When making positive change, sometimes you 'break things' - Harvard Gazette

If you want to make things better, says Gina Raimondo, that means things are going to have to change - and sometimes that means you "break things."
US politics
#activism
Women
fromtime.com
2 months ago

How We Chose the 2025 Women of the Year

Women face significant challenges globally, yet many are taking remarkable actions for change.
SF music
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Women jazz artists set to perform a wealth of Bay Area shows in March

Acknowledging victories in social change is crucial, even if it seems to suggest easing the struggle; recognizing women's progress in jazz can enhance future opportunities.
LA Dodgers
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Commentary: Dodgers' celebration of Jackie Robinson Day rings hollow in wake of White House visit

The Dodgers have shifted from being agents of change during the racial reckoning to remaining silent on issues of injustice and hypocrisy.
SF music
from48 hills
2 months ago

Ramblin' renegade folk legend Faith Petric honored in new doc 'Singing for Justice' - 48 hills

Faith Petric's life intertwined activism and music, illustrating a powerful legacy that continues to inspire social change through joy and community.
Women
fromtime.com
2 months ago

How We Chose the 2025 Women of the Year

Women face significant challenges globally, yet many are taking remarkable actions for change.
SF music
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Women jazz artists set to perform a wealth of Bay Area shows in March

Acknowledging victories in social change is crucial, even if it seems to suggest easing the struggle; recognizing women's progress in jazz can enhance future opportunities.
LA Dodgers
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Commentary: Dodgers' celebration of Jackie Robinson Day rings hollow in wake of White House visit

The Dodgers have shifted from being agents of change during the racial reckoning to remaining silent on issues of injustice and hypocrisy.
SF music
from48 hills
2 months ago

Ramblin' renegade folk legend Faith Petric honored in new doc 'Singing for Justice' - 48 hills

Faith Petric's life intertwined activism and music, illustrating a powerful legacy that continues to inspire social change through joy and community.
NYC startup
fromFast Company
1 month ago

NBA legend Carmelo Anthony talks about working for social change

NBA legends support small businesses in L.A. recovering from wildfires through resources and financial education.
#youth-empowerment
fromstupidDOPE
1 month ago
AC Milan

AC Milan and Off-White Launch Third "Sport for Change" Tee to Support Youth Empowerment | stupidDOPE

fromstupidDOPE
1 month ago
AC Milan

AC Milan and Off-White Launch Third "Sport for Change" Tee to Support Youth Empowerment | stupidDOPE

fromDatebook | San Francisco Arts & Entertainment Guide
1 month ago

Fair trade crusade: Paul Rice's latest book aims to tackle tariffs, empower farmers

Paul Rice, CEO of Fair Trade USA, emphasizes that consumers have power through their purchasing choices, especially in the context of rising tariffs and food prices.
Silicon Valley food
#racism
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Germany marks Hanau racist attack five years on DW 02/18/2025

Far-right extremism led to a tragic attack in Hanau, highlighting the need for societal change and preventative action against racism.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Germany marks Hanau racist attack five years on DW 02/18/2025

Far-right extremism led to a tragic attack in Hanau, highlighting the need for societal change and preventative action against racism.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Elise Stefanik will get over losing UN ambassador gig - she's faced worse in DC

"First, it's certification. It's the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists. I have a Ph.D. and post-doctorate fellowship. But it's connected."
US politics
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

L.A. Dodgers bound for the White House to celebrate World Series championship

Mookie Betts faces difficult choices about attending Dodgers' White House visit amid racial and political implications.
The team's planned visit raises questions regarding their identity and values.
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

Beyond the Prize: Set in Venice, a New Discussion Forum Explores the Meaningful Impact of Architecture Awards

An award is not merely a recognition, but more importantly, the social cultural circulation to encourage dialogue and debate, which is even more pressing during the difficult times. - Xu Tiantian, Founding Principal Architect, DnA_Design and Architecture
Europe news
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Vintage photos show what life looked like in the 1920s

Jazz music and flapper fashion became defining symbols of the 1920s, while the Harlem Renaissance significantly highlighted the cultural contributions of Black Americans.
Fashion & style
fromYourTango
1 month ago

11 Daily Habits That Were Normal 5 Years Ago But Feel Totally Outdated Now

Many daily habits, values, and experiences would have been unimaginable to people today, let alone a decade ago.
Digital life
#sustainability
Graphic design
fromItsnicethat
2 months ago

Designing with impact: how Pentawards is championing purpose-driven packaging

Designing with Impact highlights how packaging can drive social change and redefine industry standards.
Fashion & style
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

New designers to look out for in 2025 from 3D printed buildings to fuzzy chairs made from agave

Design can drive social change and promote sustainability, impacting quality of life.
The World Design Congress will focus on 'Design for Planet' to emphasize environmental issues.
Graphic design
fromItsnicethat
2 months ago

Designing with impact: how Pentawards is championing purpose-driven packaging

Designing with Impact highlights how packaging can drive social change and redefine industry standards.
Fashion & style
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

New designers to look out for in 2025 from 3D printed buildings to fuzzy chairs made from agave

Design can drive social change and promote sustainability, impacting quality of life.
The World Design Congress will focus on 'Design for Planet' to emphasize environmental issues.
Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The left needs to abandon its miserable, irrational pessimism

Despite widespread pessimism about the future and economic prospects, Silicon Valley maintains a belief that technology can solve major societal issues.
#personal-reflection
Coronavirus
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

People in the US: tell us how your life has changed since the Covid-19 pandemic started

Individuals reflect on life changes influenced by the Covid pandemic as its fifth anniversary approaches.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Writing

Yes, the honours system has its problems. But as a gay writer, here's why I'm accepting an MBE | Matt Cain

The recognition as an MBE reflects decades of fighting for LGBTQ+ rights and culture amidst historical challenges and discrimination.
Coronavirus
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

People in the US: tell us how your life has changed since the Covid-19 pandemic started

Individuals reflect on life changes influenced by the Covid pandemic as its fifth anniversary approaches.
Mission District
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

District 3 candidate Wade says he has plan to fix San Jose's woes while everyone else has a dream

Tyrone Wade aims to inspire community unity for progress in social, political, and undocumented issues, drawing parallels to historic moments from the past.
Women in technology
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Women's Leadership and the Future of Power

Gender-inclusive leadership enhances economies and societies.
True equality necessitates a broad definition of leadership.
Men are struggling due to societal changes, not women's progress.
Black Lives Matter
fromtime.com
2 months ago

The Black Panther Party's Under-Appreciated Legacy of Communal Love

Communal love, epitomized by the Black Panther Party, emphasizes collective care and social change, contrasting with the more commonly recognized concept of romantic love.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Leftwing activists less likely to work with political rivals than other UK groups, study finds

Progressive activists in Britain often view political opponents as misled and are less cooperative, risking backlash against their causes.
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago

The Atlantic's March Cover Story: Yoni Appelbaum's "Stuck in Place," on Why Americans Stopped Moving Houses-And Why That's a Very Big Problem

Appelbaum explains why progressives are the ones standing in the way of reviving American mobility and restoring the American dream.
Miscellaneous
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

We're in a relationship recession and a lot of women are absolutely fine with that | Emma Beddington

The decline in relationship formation among young adults is attributed to sociopolitical and economic anxieties.
#political-discontent
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago

I Want To Know What You Predict The World Will Be Like In 2125

In 1925, a scientist made predictions about the year 2025, including the 'television machine' and 'automatic telephones', showing a visionary look at technology.
France news
fromDefector
4 months ago

The Best Things We Read In 2024 | Defector

Guridy emphasizes the stadium as a modern American public square, a space for entertainment, societal change, and economic disparity, echoing the complexities of American culture.
Writing
France politics
fromwww.thelocal.fr
5 months ago

Inside France: A teetering French government and the heroism of Gisele Pelicot

Gisele Pelicot's trial is a catalyst for societal change in France regarding sexual consent and violence awareness.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 months ago

Teacher of Southport dance class says she lost faith in the world' after attack

"My purpose was creating wellbeing events for children and families, and for a moment, that purpose was shattered. The feelings of safety that we had in our community were snatched away so cruelly that day."
UK news
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