How Can We Find More Time To Be Still?
Pico Iyer says sitting still and reflecting is hard work, but we bring so much more to our experiences and relationships when we make time to think.
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Vatican Affirms Plan To Make Missionary Junipero Serra A Saint
The choice of Serra, whom the church sees as an evangelist, has drawn criticism over his role in the California mission system of the 18th century.
How Can The Rule Of Law Bring "Justness" And Not Just Justice?
Sharing cases from her international legal practice, Kimberley Motley, an American litigator practicing in Afghanistan, shows how a country's laws can bring both justice and "justness."
What Does It Take To Cover A War?
Reporter Janine di Giovanni has covered countless wars, including conflict in Bosnia, Sierra Leone and most recently Syria. She tells stories of everyday human courage in conflict zones.
People's Republic Of Uber: Making Friends, Chauffeuring People In China
Uber is becoming more popular in China, but many drivers say they don't do it for the money. They say they like the human connection and the freedom.
U.S. Approves Ferry Service From Florida To Cuba
At least four companies said they received approval for ferry licenses. It's been five decades since ferry service between the U.S. and island has been offered.
How Do Schools Kill Creativity?
Sir Ken Robinson makes a case for creating an education system that nurtures — rather than stifles — creativity.
Why Should We Care About Keeping Secrets?
Journalist Glenn Greenwald makes the case for why you need to care about privacy, even if you're "not doing anything to hide."
How Do You Expose An Anonymous Company?
Charmian Gooch's mission is to "out" corrupt companies. She details how global corruption trackers follow the money — to some surprisingly familiar places.
In Kabul, Judge Sentences 4 To Death In Mob Killing Of Woman
An Afghan judge convicted and sentenced 4 men to death for their role in the mob killing of a woman in March. The judge sentenced 8 defendants to 16 years in prison and dropped charges against 18.