A $10 million study funded by taxpayers looked at 95 gender-distressed kids, aged 11 on average, who were given puberty blockers starting in 2015. These drugs delay changes like breast growth in girls and voice deepening in boys. The study found no mental health benefits for these kids. Dr. Johanna
For years, genealogist Lenora Gobert has been on a mission to uncover the stories of enslaved people who once lived and died on a former plantation in St. James Parish, Louisiana. Her research has revealed the identities of five enslaved individuals buried on the land, which is now planned to be the
After serving in the Navy post-9/11, a former SEAL saw firsthand the core values that united them: leadership, selflessness, and honor. Protecting the Constitution was their duty, and some even made the ultimate sacrifice. That's why many believe former President Donald Trump is unfit for office. He
Let's talk about what's going on in science, politics, and on college campuses. The National Science Foundation is now making grant decisions based on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). This means they're looking at things like the story behind the research, not just its quality. In fact, more
Ethel Kennedy, the wife of the late Senator Robert F. Kennedy, passed away at 96 years old. She was known for her dedication to human rights and social justice. Born into a large family in Chicago, Ethel met her future husband through his sister, Jean Kennedy, on a ski trip in 1945. They married in
In Kenya, the tension between citizens and the government has hit a boiling point. On Thursday, Nairobi witnessed intense clashes between protesters and police. The spark? A controversial finance bill that's up for vote in Parliament. Young Kenyans, some as young as 18, are fighting against proposed
At Brown University, the debate over divesting from Israel has ignited a firestorm of opinions and actions. Last spring, billionaire Barry Sternlicht halted donations to his alma mater after the administration agreed to consider divestment. In August, 24 Republican state attorneys general warned aga
In the midst of the 2016 U.S. presidential election, a group of high-profile Hollywood actors joined forces to create an unusual political ad. Directed by Joss Whedon, the video titled "Important" featured prominent stars like Scarlett Johansson, Mark Ruffalo, and Robert Downey Jr., who wanted to re
Social justice activism has become a staple of elite culture, with celebrities and billionaires championing causes like racial equality and environmental protection. However, despite their good intentions, these efforts often fail to make a meaningful impact on the issues they aim to address. Sociol
Do you ever feel like there’s a problem in the world that needs fixing, but you’re not sure where to start? Jane Fonda, a famous actor and activist, has been feeling this way about climate change. She realized it’s more than just an environmental issue—it affects everyone on the planet! Fonda had a
