New legislation combats the perennial issue of period poverty
California will be joining seven other states to provide menstrual hygiene products free of charge in public school bathrooms.
Dec 8, 20213 min read
Missing white woman syndrome: The case of Gabby Petito
The recent disappearance and homicide of Gabby Petito, a 22-year-old woman from Blue Point, New York, prompted a revisit to the missing ...
Nov 3, 20212 min read
The unconventional duos in cross-industry collaborations
A fast-food company and a makeup brand might seem like an unlikely duo.
Apr 28, 20215 min read
The sky is the limit for vertical farming
In 2015, high school friends Andrew Hare and Matt Daniels founded indoor farming company Vertical Roots, hoping to
Mar 17, 20214 min read
Streetwear supremacy: The business of hype
Streetwear, a fashion style rooted in skater, surf and hip hop culture, has become widely popular among youth.
Dec 9, 20203 min read
U.K. glitter ban: Holiday products lose their sparkle
This holiday season, Morrisons, Waitrose and John Lewis—three of the largest retailers in the United Kingdom—banned the use of glitter...
Dec 9, 20203 min read
Redefining identity: Dictionary.com updates terms to reflect current times
Dictionary.com’s September update features over 15,000 new words and revisions. Reflecting the shifting political and social landscapes...
Oct 15, 20203 min read