We don’t know the name Riet Hoogland, but we certainly should. Hers is a story of sacrifice, belief, and renewal.
As a Migrant From Holland and a Citizen of Australia—Home Is Now Neither
In Holland, my husband sticks out far more than I do in Australia. It provokes rather intense feelings of how home can change, and change a person.
Bregman’s Theory: Evil Is Present, but Good Is Far More Plentiful
According to historian Rutger Bregman, humanity’s inherent goodness shines through when things are at their darkest.
Bregman’s Theory: The Nocebo Effect and the Puppy Within: The Two Conditions That Guide Us
According to a new theory, we humans are dictated by two conditions: the nocebo effect and our default for seeking play.
Good News: In Holland, the Bus Stops House Bees and the Banks Are Building Off-Grid Houses
In such divided times, I feel we need a dose of good news. Over in Holland, one city has turned bus stops into bee stops, and one local institution is changing the definition of ethical banking.
Bregman’s Theory: Despite Everything, Humanity Is Actually Decent
In a staggering new theory, historian Rutger Bregman believes that our species is actually a force for good, not ill.
Six Researchers Look to Put Sleep Disorders to Bed
We’ve long treated trauma-emboldened sleep disorders by treating the trauma. A pioneering group of researchers believe that we should do the opposite.
Ernest Fisk: The Man Who Gave Us Wireless Messaging
Ernest Fisk may have been the man that sent the first wireless message from England to Australia, but he was also a shameless self-promoter and wanted to open communication with the dead.
The Program Noting the Quiet Everyday Acts of Heroes
Despite the headlines, and even our experience, heroes quietly move among us. Now, one project is looking to illuminate the invaluable (and often unheard) work they do.
Men Are Having Less Sex … This Is Why
According to numerous sources, more men are having less sex. The reasons why are a matter of discussion.