Delaware effectively abandons the death penalty
Delaware Supreme Court ruled in Rauf v. State that the state’s death penalty statute is unconstitutional.
Here’s Why Black People in Canada Are Healthier Than Those in the U.S.
Researchers say it doesn’t have to do with socioeconomic status or Canada’s health care system.
This Shelter Transforms Into a Coat to Protect Refugees
Designers hope to help protect the vulnerable migrants from the elements with a garment that can be refashioned into a temporary dwelling.
Forgiveness Ceremony Unites Veterans And Natives At Standing Rock Casino
On Monday, Native Americans conducted a forgiveness ceremony with U.S. veterans at the Standing Rock casino, giving the veterans an opportunity to atone for military actions conducted against Natives throughout history.
The Grid by Gretchen Bakke
Gretchen Bakke’s The Grid illustrates the right way to fix what’s wrong with the future of energy
The Crops of the Future
Scientists and plant breeders around the globe are developing new crop varieties that can withstand more extreme climates.
In huge victory, Army Corps of Engineers calls for full environmental impact statement on pipeline
The Army Corps of Engineers has announced that it will require a full environmental impact statement for the section of the Dakota Access Pipeline that crosses Sioux ancestral lands and passes under the Missouri River.
A Sunny Solution to the Problem of Food Waste
KinoSol harnesses the sun to create dried fruits, vegetables, and other items.
A Pattern Language Explained
Understanding patterns is a key concept in permaculture. But what are they? How can we ‘see’ them with systems thinking and how can we apply them? Michael Mehaffy, long time student and colleague of Christopher Alexander, explores this new frontier of design.
The Food Revolution Network
The Food Revolution Network aims to empower individuals, build community, and transform food systems to support healthy people and a healthy planet.
