Society

Archaeology
Ancient technology that was centuries ahead of its time
These forward-thinking inventions are often called “ahead of their time.” They are reflections of the ingenuity of their civilizations.
Tim Brinkhof
Building Community
More Americans than ever have no friends. Here are 5 steps to make more friends.
The last decade has seen a steep drop in adult friendships and a worrying increase in loneliness. Is this the cost of our modern life?
Elizabeth Gilbert
Psychology
The secrets of cooperation
Most people care what others think of them. In many situations, that can be leveraged for the common good — cooperation.
Bob Holmes | Knowable Magazine
rough sleepers
Homelessness
UK trials “NAPpads” to help rough sleepers survive the winter
Kristin Houser
alternatives to 911
Public Health
This app offers alternatives to 911 in all 50 states
B. David Zarley
Prison Communication
Series| Challengers
The startup taking down corrupt prison communications to keep families connected
Freethink Team
adaptive reuse
Urban Living
The shift to remote work is helping solve the housing shortage
Kristin Houser
free wifi
Urban Living
Free WiFi in apartment buildings helps close the digital divide
Kristin Houser
violence prevention
Activism
Philly Truce app aims to be the Uber of violence prevention
Kristin Houser
tiny houses for homeless
Homelessness
Nonprofit builds tiny houses for homeless people in backyards
Kristin Houser
Poverty
Faster internet may be the key to reducing unemployment
Scotty Hendricks
Criminal Justice
Prisoners will get a $2,750 check when they leave prison
Teresa Carey
Solar power batteries offer Nigerians green energy
Teresa Carey