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Dalai Lama sits down with Greta Thunberg: “there is real hope from our younger generation”
The 14th Dalai Lama praised Greta Thunberg for renewing humanity’s hope surrounding climate action.
Betty White is 98 today — hope you like these memes
A national treasure.For the first time ever, all the Grammy nominees for best rock performance are women
For the first time ever, every single Grammy nominee for Best Rock Performance is a woman or a band fronted by a woman.Gordon Ramsay donated $50,000 to help pay medical bills for 14-year-old 'MasterChef Junior' contestant who died of cancer
Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay donated $50,000 to cover medical bills for Ben Watkins, a 14-year-old 'MasterChef Junior' contestant who died in November from cancer.Viral thread explains exactly why canceling student debt will help boost the economy
Bharat Ramamurti, a former economic advisor to Elizabeth Warren, explains in a viral thread why an executive order canceling student debt is a good move for the economy.George Clooney tells the story of the time he gave 14 of his friends $1 million each
In a new 'GQ' profile, George Clooney finally breaks his silence about the truth behind the story that he gave 14 of his closest friends $1 million each. In cash.Dolly Parton donated $1 million to Moderna's successful COVID vaccine research
Dolly Parton saved us! At least that's what people have been saying after it was made public that she donated $1 million to Moderna's COVID vaccine research.Anti-vaxxers could be banned from work if they refuse to get the COVID-19 vaccine
The COVID-19 vaccine could become a requirement for those who want to go back to work in public spaces. This could be a problem for anti-vaxxers.'Home Alone 2' director says Donald Trump 'bullied his way into the movie'
Director Chris Columbus said Trump told them the only way they could use the Plaza Hotel for the movie was if he had a cameo in it.Man who wanted to be 'injected' with COVID to prove it wasn't serious dies from it
The Minion Death Cult Podcast, a podcast that explores political extremists, especially on Facebook, shared the tragic story.13 things the COVID-19 pandemic will change forever
From how we greet people to how work gets done, these are the things that will never be the same because of the coronavirus pandemic.Twitter explodes with love and tributes to the late Alex Trebek
'Jeopardy!' Host Alex Trebek was in our homes for many years, a calm, authoritative voice of reason and an example of true character.Farm sanctuary connects injured animals to kids with special needs
Safe In Austin is a farm sanctuary that helps kids with special needs by letting them interact with injured rescue animals.Colorized civil rights photos provide new perspective on well-known events
The simple act of colorizing photos from the civil rights movement proves that it wasn't so long ago after all and not much has actually changed.Barack and Michelle Obama named 'world's most admired man and woman' in new poll
President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump were 15th and 19th on the list.Jon Stewart is back on Capitol Hill fighting for veterans affected by burn pits
After successfully securing permanent funding for the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund, Jon Stewart is now helping veterans.Gucci jumps on 'Gucci Challenge' that makes fun of how it dresses its models
Spot on.Naomi Osaka shares the powerful reason she wore seven masks with seven names at the US Open
Tennis star Naomi Osaka won the US Open on Saturday, taking home her third Grand Slam title.Professional athletes across the US are boycotting games: 'Before I am [an] athlete, I am a black woman'
Professional athletes are postponing games following the shooting of Jacob Blake.Ireland Baldwin reposts paparazzi pics to make a statement about the effects of lighting and angles
Ireland Baldwin is a model, but that doesn't mean she looks perfect all the time because no human does.Anderson Cooper shared new photos of baby Wyatt and we're in love
Too cute.J.K. Rowling yet again spouts anti-trans beliefs even though she could just be quiet
She just keeps digging her heels in.White celebs who have given up their roles voicing characters of color
Several roles, some more than 20 years old, are being recast.Second-born kids are more likely to be troublemakers according to study
They've got a rebellious side to them.A note to all my fellow white folks trying to get a quick anti-racism education
Imagine showing up to a class an hour late. How would you expect the professor to respond to your entrance?A small arctic town experienced its hottest temperature on record, at 100.4 degrees
This is really, really alarming for laypeople and experts alike.College student spends 7 hours a day answering questions from fellow townsfolk about racism
Nifa Kaniga stands alone on a street corner in 100-degree heat in his town of Dripping Springs, Texas, waiting for fellow townsfolk to stop by.Here are some practical and important ways white Americans can fight for racial justice
The goal here is to dismantle racism in our systems and institutions, as well as root it out within ourselves.Trevor Noah explains why Rayshard Brooks shouldn't have died at the hands of the police
Comedian Trevor Noah has become not only a voice of comic relief in tough times, but a voice of thoughtfulness and reason on social issues, as well.Reflections from a token black friend
I am regularly the only black kid in the photo.As a Jewish woman, this anti-Semitic photo is a reminder of the pervasive threat of hate in 2020
It's hard to imagine Ryann Milligan, a Penn State student, who has been identified in a change.org petition, stands with her friends smiling proud.Snoop Dogg says he will vote for first time in 2020: 'I can’t stand to see this punk in office'
The rapper didn't think he could vote because of his criminal record.The four magic phrases to use when you’re stopped by the cops.
Whether it’s a traffic stop that turns into “We smell something in your car” or a “driving while black” situation, you have rights when you’re pulled over, and it’s for the best if you actually use them. So how does this work, anyway?Frustrated with America's 'progress' on race? James Baldwin described it perfectly over 30 years ago.
The disturbing footage of Minnesota police officer Derek Chauvin kneeling on the throat of George Floyd and suffocating him to death has provoked painful reactions for millions of people across the nation.Directors support 'Star Wars' star John Boyega who said he 'might not have a career' after protesting
Several stepped up to say they're willing and eager to work with him.Police officers joined protesters marching against brutality in many cities
Despite images of police clashing with protesters, in many cities, police joined the demonstrators.18 powerful moments from peaceful protests over the death of George Floyd
It can be hard to see the good through all the bad.There's a conspiracy theory that the world ended in 2012 and it makes sense
If you told someone in 2012 that property mogul Donald Trump would soon be President of the United States of America and that the United Kingdom would seemingly shoot themselves in the foot over Brexit, they'd probably have a hard time believing it.Don Lemon says there's two viruses killing Americans: 'COVID-19 and racism'
"In a moment like this, racism and coronavirus ravaging this country, we need leadership. Instead, this President is dragging us right into the mud."These "my plans vs 2020" memes are helping us get through this bummer of a year
People are using tragic movie plotlines with the "My Plans vs 2020" meme format to come up with hilarious summations of how this year's going.How to prepare for extended school closings—and not lose your mind
There is no getting around the fact that this is an extremely stressful time for all of us. There are concerns for our health, of course. But it's not just that.Andrew Lloyd Webber just announced that he is airing Broadway shows for free online
Finally, some good news.We owe a huge thanks to the heroes on the front line of the coronavirus pandemic
As the world faces a global pandemic, there are millions of people we all should be thanking.In 125 years, millions of people have looked at this painting. No one really saw it until recently.
It turns out that those of us who have appreciated his work have been missing out on some critical details for more than 100 years.Report finds men are less likely to wear masks because they're 'not cool' and 'a sign of weakness'
Be manly: wear a mask.Millennials and Boomers may freak out over social distancing, but it's Gen X's time to shine
Gen X has this one in the bag.‘The Price Is Right’ donates nearly $100K to Planned Parenthood and some fans aren't happy
Drag queen RuPaul chose to donate the total value of the prizes won on the show to Planned Parenthood.People are criticizing Billie Eilish for her swimsuit posts on Instagram
"I can't win"'Inspiring' news stories often brush aside the symptoms of a broken society
Whether they're about kids selling lemonade to pay for medical bills or starting businesses to ease their parents' financial stress, many stories framed as "inspiring" are actually indicative of a broken society.
