Why does bad news capture our attention while good news fades away? Explore the psychology behind negativity bias, loss aversion, and media influence. Learn how these biases shape our perception of the world—and how we can balance our media diet for a healthier, more realistic perspective.
Read MoreThis year’s Oscars highlighted stories that demand to be seen: a Palestinian-Israeli documentary on loss and resistance, L.A. firefighters honored for real-life heroism, and Anora, a film giving visibility to erased lives. Why these moments mattered.
Read MoreAmid wildfire devastation, small objects tell big stories—a child’s toy, a lost painting, a rescued dog. Behind every statistic is a life forever changed.
Read MoreHow does gender shape our perception of risk? Biases in risk perception—rooted in societal structures—impact vulnerability during disasters, health crises, and everyday risks. From the white male effect to inequities faced by women and LGBTQ+ communities, understanding these dynamics is essential for fostering inclusive policies and equitable resilience.
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Discover how denialism spreads misinformation and fuels division, and learn how education, legal frameworks, and compassion can effectively combat its damaging impacts.
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Read MoreAthletes from Refugee Olympic Team's delegation sail on a boat along the river Seine during the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games in Paris on July 26, 2024. Picture: Miguel Medina/AFP via Getty Images
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Read MoreTuvalu’s foreign affairs Simon Kofe gives a Cop26 statement while standing in the ocean in Funafuti, Tuvalu. Photograph: Tuvalu Foreign Ministry/Reuters.
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Read MoreThe S21 Genocide Museum in Cambodia, officially known as Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum.
Read MoreA doctor checking passengers at a bus station in Hetien, China, May 2003
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