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Between 2009 and 2018, the U.S. had 57 times more school shootings than the rest of the G7 countries combined. Here's how to help bring an end to school shootings.

If you celebrate Christmas, chances are you are planning to decorate a tree (or have already). But how do you make an informed and environment-friendly choice? Environmental impact is a complex question for any product, and Christmas trees are no exception.

The U.S. has a disproportionately high number of executions — and there are four key problems with the death penalty. But it's possible to bring an end to them for good — here's how...

Engracia’s story, and the countless others related to airlines’ failure to adequately and equitably support the disability community are too common, and heartbreaking every time. We all have the power to help make a difference.

Whether you want to volunteer as a poll worker, join a political campaign you believe in, or support voting rights — this is your guide on how to make a difference.

Putting raked leaves in a landfill has a long-term cost for a community. Even recycling green waste via community-wide collection, while less problematic than throwing it away, is still not the simplest and most economical use of this gardening treasure.

Climate change is consistently being left out of relevant reporting about climate change-caused disasters like hurricanes, wildfires, and flooding. We put together a guide on how to contact local and national media — and what to say to encourage them to change their reporting.

While not every representative is open-minded, a majority of representatives really do want to listen to their constituents, if for no other reason than to ensure that they get re-elected. So hold them accountable all term long.

We did the work of tracking down nonprofits supporting refugees in every single state. Use this tool to find the best local organization to volunteer with or donate to. You can help make a difference for refugees in the United States.

In 2019, a new marker was erected at the site where Till’s body was recovered. It was the fourth replacement at the location.

If someone you care about shares that they're contemplating suicide, you have the opportunity to make a difference, have a #RealConvo, and save a life. Here are the steps to follow and actions to take.

Key infrastructure built post-Katrina worked "extremely well," but thousands of residents could be without power for weeks.