Children of Lesbians Thrive, Study ShowsJune 16, 2010 San Francisco -- A first-of-its-kind study revealed that children raised by lesbian mothers fared better in some areas than did children in straight families. Children with gay moms had higher levels of self-esteem and confidence,... Likes [0]Comments [0]
Pitcher, Umpire Show Class After Blown CallJune 8, 2010 Detroit -- Sports fans witnessed history this week when a missed call cost a pitcher a perfect game. Even more memorable, some say, was the way both the umpire and the baseball player reacted. Wednesday night, Armando Galarraga was one... Likes [0]Comments [0] TAGS: ideas, headlines
Experts Debate What Makes People HappyMay 24, 2010 Atlanta -- Many Americans are in a pursuit of happiness these days. Inspired by Gretchen Rubin’s best-selling book The Happiness Project , they’re starting their own individual or group efforts to be happier. Participants are making... Likes [0]Comments [0] TAGS: ideas, headlines
Ethnic Studies Now Banned in Arizona SchoolsMay 14, 2010 Tucson, Arizona—In another controversial move, Arizona governor Jan Brewer signed a bill this week that bans ethnic studies in public schools. This comes just weeks after she signed an immigration bill that has already led to boycotts of... Likes [0]Comments [0] TAGS: ideas, headlines
National Day of Prayer’s Future UncertainMay 10, 2010 Washington, D.C.—Now that a federal judge has declared the National Day of Prayer unconstitutional, the future of the annual event is up in the air. The 59th annual event was held May 6, despite an April ruling by U.S. District Judge... Likes [0]Comments [0] TAGS: ideas, headlines
Arizona Immigration Law Spurs ProtestsMay 3, 2010 Phoenix—Arizona’s tough new immigration law is being met with boycotts, outcries, and protests, including many by concerned students. On April 23, Governor Jan Brewer signed a law aimed at identifying, prosecuting, and deporting illegal... Likes [0]Comments [0] TAGS: ideas, headlines
'South Park' Creators Warned for Depicting MohammedApril 26, 2010 New York—The cartoon known for equal opportunity mocking has raised the ire of a radical Islamic group. In its 200th episode, “South Park” depicted the Prophet Mohammed in a bear suit. Now the group Revolution Muslim has warned creators... Likes [0]Comments [0] TAGS: ideas, headlines