Ikaria, an island in the Aegean Sea about seven hours east of Athens, operates on a barter economy, but it’s not just about avoiding money. It’s about resisting the kind of detachment that money can create. What It’s Like to Trade for Food and Lodging on Greece’s Bartering Island https://www.thrillist.com/travel/nation/ikaria-greece-barter-island Related Reading
Local news outlets are facing a severe crisis, with declining resources and journalist layoffs impacting communities nationwide. The loss of local news coverage leaves residents without essential information about local government, schools, and neighborhoods. Federal cuts to public media exacerbate the problem. Cities are uniquely positioned to address this issue by actively supporting local journalism….
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New Mexico has passed the world’s most radical child care law, making child care free and universal for all families starting November. This historic move recognizes child care as a fundamental right, inspired by global models like those in Europe and Cuba. The policy will save families about $12,000 annually per child and includes investments…
Hawaii is on the verge of increasing fees on tourists from 10.25 percent to 11 percent to raise about $100 million yearly, all of which will be spent for projects like coral reef restoration, sand replenishment for eroding beaches, hurricane preparation, and removal of invasive grasses like the ones that fueled the deadly wildfires in Lahaina. The…
‘BETWEEN MOON TIDES’ is a documentary film from THE GUARDIAN available for FREE viewing on YouTube. Sea levels are rising in New England at some of the fastest rates in the world. On a quiet ribbon of saltmarsh in Rhode Island, septuagenarian Deirdre isn’t prepared to accept the loss of her beloved saltmarsh sparrow, which…
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Think local! As social safety nets weaken and wealth concentrates rapidly at the top, a solidarity economy, focusing on mutual aid, cooperation, and local alternatives, is crucial. Why we need a solidarity economy now https://www.shareable.net/why-we-need-a-solidarity-economy-now/ Related Reading
Public libraries offer a crucial resource for accessing high-quality, paywalled journalism, combating the spread of disinformation and extremist ideologies. Our libraries provide free access to news databases and publications through apps and online portals, empowering citizens to be informed and combat the influence of malicious actors. Your Library Card Can Break Paywalls — Here’s How…
Experts believe that the traditional strategies of mandatory arrests and reeducating men about women’s attitudes in domestic abuse cases are ineffective. Recent research advocates for more therapeutic, less punitive approaches, such as programs focusing on emotional management and psychological flexibility. Can a shift in strategy reduce intimate partner violence? https://knowablemagazine.org/content/article/the-mind/2025/new-strategies-to-reduce-intimate-partner-violence Related Reading
Our path is clear. A strong, unified movement built on intersectional solidarity is essential to effectively resist the rise of fascism and protect the rights of all individuals. Recognizing the interconnectedness of various social justice issues is key to building a more just and equitable society. We must unite. Now. Fighting Fascism Through Solidarity https://inthesetimes.com/article/solidarity-fascism-abortion-reproductive-rights-immigration-lgbtq-rights…
