Social Issues

South Korea has the world's lowest fertility rate, a struggle with lessons for us all
South Korea's government has moved aggressively to encourage more childbirth, but its ongoing struggles point to the complexity of a challenge that is only becoming more salient around the world.
Opioids are devastating Cherokee families. The tribe has a $100 million plan to heal
The fentanyl crisis is hitting young people hard, and the highest death rates are in Native American communities. The Cherokee Nation is working to help young families recover.
'It's all white people': Colorful Weddings is reimagining ceremonies, wedding industry representation
Colorful Weddings is trying to create more opportunities for Black, Indigenous and business owners of color and present more options for couples looking for ceremonies which better represent their cultures and traditions.
Minn. investigators allege Madelia meatpacking plant employed young workers in dangerous jobs
Minnesota authorities have filed a temporary restraining order against a southwest Minnesota meat processor for allegedly employing children as young as 13 to operate meat grinders, ovens and a forklift.
Michelle Yeoh called out sexism in Hollywood. Will it help close the gender gap?
The 60-year-old best actress winner addressed the timing of her historic win, which comes decades into her spectacular career. But is the industry ready for more complicated, older female characters?
So you began your event with an indigenous land acknowledgement. Now what?
Statements recognizing indigenous rights to territories seized by colonial powers may be well-meaning. But some indigenous leaders fear these acknowledgments may become routine and performative.