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the mail

The Legacy of ‘Going Postal’

In the late 80s and early 90s, a spate of shootings by disgruntled postal workers became the primary way most Americans thought of the post office. They also shed light on an agency with a profoundly unhealthy work environment.
Aaron Gordon
9.24.20
Games Features

'Avengers' Shows How Subtitles Are More Complicated Than Just Text

A transcript doesn't communicate tone of voice, from what direction someone is speaking, or other sound cues being used by the developers. This is changing.
Patrick Klepek
9.24.20
Breonna Taylor

Here's What Happened at Breonna Taylor Protests Around the Country Last Night

Police used tear gas and impact munitions to disperse crowds, and over a hundred protesters were arrested.
David Gilbert
9.24.20
healthcare

IUDs Won't Save Us Now

Calling for everyone to get an IUD in the wake of Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s death overlooks the current reality in several states, and doesn’t do anything to help those already living without abortion access, even as Roe v. Wade stands.
Hannah Smothers
9.24.20
Environment

How XR's Controversial Co-Founder Fell Out With the Group He Created

Extinction Rebellion says it has grown up – and that means a split with Roger Hallam, who has been throwing paint at the offices of NGOs and charities.
Ben Charlie Smoke
9.24.20
mind

If You Miss Your Casual Friendships, Consider Starting a House Party Slack

When we shrink our lives down to bubbles and pods, we lose access to the low-stakes connections that are good for our well-being. Here's how to fix that.
Rachel Miller
9.24.20
UAL Graduate Showcase

A Colourful Look at How Women Occupy Public Space

In her project 'Women in Public Spaces', Romanian-born artist Bianca Mierlea contemplates the ways in which women navigate the world.
Diyora Shadijanova
9.24.20
News

Women Being Sued for Making Sex Assault Allegations Are Crowdfunding Their Defence

Mandi Gray, one of the defendants being sued by Canadian author Steven Galloway, launched the fundraiser.
Manisha Krishnan
9.24.20
Thailand

Thailand Files Complaints Against Facebook, Twitter As Online Dissent Grows

The complaints come as online expression pushes boundaries about what can and can't be said in the Southeast Asian country.
Anthony Esguerra
9.24.20
Music

The Guide to Getting Into Sufjan Stevens, Master of Emotion

As the prolific polymath prepares to release his eighth studio record 'The Ascension', we’re here to plot a path through his wildly diverse discography.
Danny Wright
9.24.20
Tattoo

Taxi Drivers in This City Are Banned From Having Tattoos

Drivers in the northwestern Chinese city of Lanzhou who are already inked are expected to surgically remove their body art.
Heather Chen
9.24.20
North Korea

North Koreans Shot and Burned Missing South Korean Official, Seoul Says

The incident threatens to stoke tensions between the two longtime foes.
Junhyup Kwon
9.24.20
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