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  • Kintsugi
  • July 9, 2021July 9, 2021

Ursula Burns on Modern Leadership

Ursula Burns, former CEO, Xerox: “I struggled…with this idea that we run a mechanical structure, that people are just a cog in the wheel.” Listen HERE. Ursula Burns is one of the most no

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  • October 17, 2020

How Does the World See the US?

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  • Prof Patty
  • August 8, 2020August 8, 2020

Barbie Unveils Diverse Election-Inspired Dolls — Including a Black Woman Running for President!

Mattel has announced its latest set of Barbie dolls meant to expose young girls to different leadership roles and get them excited about shaping the future: an all-new Campaign Team. The diver

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NY Times

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  • What We Know About the Bondi Beach Shooting in Australia
  • The Bondi Beach Shooting Is What ‘Globalize the Intifada’ Looks Like
  • New York City Gets Its First Big Snowfall of the Season

NPR

  • Skywatchers rejoice: The Geminids meteor shower peaks tonight
  • A new study reveals an unprecedented discovery of new species
  • Fewer characters on TV had abortions this year — and more stories reinforced shame
  • Amputees often feel disconnected from their bionic hands. AI could bridge the gap
  • For 50 years, Rockalina the turtle lived on a kitchen floor. Now she has a new friend

The Progressive

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FactCheck.org

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Snopes.com

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Tradeoffs

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  • Homeless Camp Sweeps Can Harm Health. Some Cities Are Trying a New Way.
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