50 Years Of Suppression Was A Mistake, And Now They’re Back With A Vengeance

What can we control and what do we have to learn to live with? It’s an important lesson.


We are doing a better job managing forests now, but restoration of overgrown forests takes years. And massive drought is pushing fire hazards to a whole new level. More here on the connection with climate change. The good news is that people are working hard to thin western forests and to bring back fire as a positive event in the natural cycle of a forest. More here on how we are trying to learn to live with fire.

Mental Health

Researchers discover the age at which most people find their true selves 

Skills

Is it rude to ask to stay with a friend when visiting their city? The answer may depend on your subculture.

Communication

Your group chat might be more powerful than you think

Nature

Leave a stick at this 100-year-old statue in New York, and he’ll become a ‘spirit guide’ for your dog