Society

A person holds up a cardboard sign with the message "psychedelics are not a crime" in a crowded room.
Drugs
Psychedelic drugs and the law: What’s next?
The push to legalize magic mushrooms, MDMA, LSD, and other hallucinogens is likely to heighten tensions between state and federal law.
Ben Seal | Knowable Magazine
A break-routine alarm clock with a chain.
Psychology
Trapped in routine? Here’s how to “dishabituate” and rediscover joy
Neuroscientist Tali Sharot shares two ways to “dishabituate” yourself from your routine: take a break or make a change.
Jonny Thomson
A group of Buddhist monks practicing mindfulness while meditating on rocks.
Psychology
The 3 myths of mindfulness
Mindfulness is hugely popular today, but one philosopher has argued that certain unchecked types of mindfulness are deeply flawed.
Jonny Thomson
Organized Crime & Street Gangs in South America
Criminal Justice
Should we legalize gangs?
Daniel Bier
Activism
This Chicago urban farm grows opportunity, jobs
B. David Zarley
Psychology
This child psychiatrist is saving refugees from trauma
Hip Hop and Food
Building Community
Hip-hop fans are getting creative in the kitchen thanks to this rap inspired food competition
Amanda Winkler
teen dads
Entrepreneurs
The forgotten parent: How one father is making sure teen dads don’t go overlooked
Building Community
How this non-profit weaves a family of support for struggling teens in Baltimore
Social Entrepreneurs
Sometimes it really does take a village
Brandon Stewart
Activism
Should violence be treated as a disease?
Amanda Winkler
Mental Health
Can cognitive behavioral therapy break the cycle of violence?
Daniel Bier
Activism
The ride home from prison
Amanda Winkler