Lifestyle

Berlin politicians and property investors tussle over rent freeze

December 05, 2019

A five-year rent freeze in Berlin, Germany, has been challenged as unconstitutional.

With Brexit looming, Berlin’s ‘Broken English’ shop looks to Ireland

December 03, 2019

With Brexit complicating imports, this anglophile shop and Berlin institution might be forced to look elsewhere to stock its shelves.

LGBTQ

This senior center is helping Mexico’s ‘invisible’ LGBTQ seniors

The World

December 02, 2019

The center, called Vida Alegre, Spanish for Happy Life, was founded just over a year ago by Samantha Flores, an 87-year-old transgender woman. Nothing similar exists in the country.

Arts

Artists in Germany fear backlash after far-right party wins big

The World

November 27, 2019

With the recent success of the Alternative for Germany party in local elections in Germany, artists and directors are worried that freedom of expression — and state funding — may be at risk.

Robbie Robertson reflects on brotherhood, music and 'The Last Waltz'

The World

November 22, 2019

Robbie Robertson considers himself a storyteller. He says he learned that at the Six Nations Indian Reserve. "I witnessed elders who told stories that just went right deep into my soul," Robertson said.

Health & Medicine

Chinese medicine is getting WHO recognition. Some doctors are alarmed.

The World

November 21, 2019

For the first time, The World Health Organization is including a section on traditional Chinese medicine in its upcoming guide for diagnosing and classifying diseases.

Justice

This orangutan’s 'personhood' victory brings hope to US animal rights movement

The World

November 20, 2019

An orangutan granted 'legal personhood' rights in Argentina has just moved to the US, raising the hopes of some activists that her case will serve as an example for animal rights in the US.

Science

The science behind our compulsion to be good

Innovation Hub

November 18, 2019

Nicholas Christakis, a doctor, sociologist and author of “Blueprint: The Evolutionary Origins of a Good Society,” explains the science behind humans' ability to work together and problem-solve within a community.

Global Politics

Good wives, good soldiers: Durga Vahini women take up arms to protect Hindu identity

The World

November 14, 2019

The majority of Durga Vahini members come from traditional backgrounds as Hindu wives and mothers. After joining the group — often through a close relative or friend — some say they find voice, solidarity and empowerment as protectors of Hinduism.

82-year-old British cyclist completes 1 million miles

The World

November 08, 2019

Russ Mantle has achieved a milestone by riding 1 million miles in 68 years.

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