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Sexual Assault in Hollywood: Exposed by Ronan Farrow

Who is Ronan Farrow? How did he expose the biggest sexual assault case in Hollywood? In 2017, investigative reporter Ronan Farrow broke the story on the biggest sexual assault scandal to ever rock Hollywood. He exposed decades of sexual abuse allegations against Hollywood film producer and distributor Harvey Weinstein. Keep reading for more about Ronan Farrow and how he exposed the pattern of sexual assault by Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein.

What Is Human Error? Designing For Real People

What is human error? Should designers take the idea of human error into account? The answer to the question “what is human error” is actually complicated. We tend to think of human error as our own mistakes, and blame ourselves. But some designs may actually be set up for us to fail. Keep reading to find out the answer to the question “what is human error” and more.

The Catch and Kill Contract Explained

What is a catch and kill contract? How do tabloids use it to protect people in power from negative press? A catch and kill contract is the practice where a tabloid buys legal rights to a story that contains incriminating information. They then ‘kill the story’ by refusing to publish it as a way of protecting the concerned individual from negative press. Keep reading for more about the catch and kill contract and a real-world example of how it is executed in practice.

Ambra Battilana Gutierrez, Harvey Weinstein, & Justice

What happened between Ambra Battilana Gutierrez and Harvey Weinstein at Tribeca Hotel? Were her allegations true? If so, why didn’t the police charge Weinstein? In 2015, Ambra Battilana Gutierrez reported Harvey Weinstein’s attempt to rape her at Tribeca Hotel. This had resulted in Weinstein being brought in for questioning by the detectives, but nothing ever came of the incident. Read more about Ambra Battilana Gutierrez’s encounter with Harvey Weinstein and what happened in its aftermath.

7 Best Social Justice Books on Inequality & More

Are you looking to learn about social justice? What are the best social justice books for you to read? These are some of the best social justice books out there, though certainly not the only ones. You can use these books to learn about social justice issues such as race, gender, the criminal justice system, and more. Keep reading for a list of the best social justice books.

Humans Are Irrational Because It’s In Our Nature

Is it true that humans are irrational? Why do humans behave irrationally and what can we do about it? According to laws of nature, humans are irrational. We don’t always make the best decisions, and often self-sabotage. Read more about why humans are irrational and what it means.

Envious People Are Everywhere—You Might Be One

Are there a lot of envious people out there? How do we know when people are envious, and what should we do about it? Most people feel some sort of envy of others, even if they don’t acknowledge it—including you. Learning about envious people and where envy comes from can help you be less envious, and navigate situations where people are envious of you. Read more about envious people below.

Understanding Group Dynamics: Changing Behavior

How can understanding group dynamics help you succeed? Why do people change their behavior in groups? Understanding group dynamics means you know how people’s behavior changes in groups and why. Social forces can alter how people behave in groups and change the way we see ourselves. Read more about understanding group dynamics and what you can learn about group dynamics psychology.

Visions of Grandeur: People Who Think They’re Special

Do you know someone who has visions of grandeur? Or maybe you find yourself struggling with this false idea of yourself? There are two types of visions of grandeur. In general, people tend to be grandiose, meaning they think they’re special or that they deserve success. Read more about visions of grandeur and why people are grandiose.

Feminine and Masculine Energy: Everyone Has Both

Do we all have feminine and masculine energy? What are these different types of energies and how do they work? Most people have both feminine and masculine energy. Finding a balance can help you feel better about yourself and have more positive interactions with others. Read more about feminine and masculine energy and how it works.