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THE OTHER SIDE: The war against smarts

At last, a major institution in America is standing up to the bullying and extortion that seems to characterize every action of the Trump administration.

Truth and COVID consequences

When it comes to COVID-19, there is a compelling need to see what might have gone wrong and how we can make the necessary changes in the present and the days to come - learning on the fly, then expeditiously and with expertise, making the most appropriate course corrections.

Illuminating the Hidden Forest, Chapter 38: Comforts for the soul

Social distancing is easy in the outdoors, yet also offers the opportunity for community and connection.

NATURE’S TURN: Gifts for the Earth and the gift giver

During this, the Long Night Moon, I compiled a list of gifts of enlightenment for readers that will, in turn, support generous gift giving to the Earth.

CAPITAL IDEAS: Playing with FIRE

I get the “Financial Independence” part, but the “Retire Early” part is just made up. Retiring at age 40 is a romantic idea.

Amplifications: The shutdown

The Coast Guard, the agency we rely on during the darkest days of disaster, is about to be shuttered for the sake of a wall and a temper tantrum. Ready to move to Canada yet?

‘Unhinged’: The World According to Omarosa Manigault Newman

These days we are all a bit unhinged. Omarosa Manigault Newman helps explain why.

America’s new policy toward immigrants: Kids in cages, families imprisoned

This time, thankfully, the free press that our president mocks day after day as fake gave us the chance to hear firsthand from these mothers and fathers and their children, to see for ourselves the cages the children were sent to and to hear their cries.

Nick Gordon, longtime Music Mountain President, dies at 89

In addition to Music Mountain, Mr. Gordon was tireless in promoting classical music and the performing arts.

Comedienne Paula Poundstone talks about her life, upcoming performance at Fairview Hospital benefit

Often unscripted, Poundstone says that her favorite moments onstage are when she talks to audience members and uses their dialogue in the show.

NPR’s Cokie Roberts addresses women’s unacknowledged role in American history

“It’s important to understand that this country was founded by both sexes.” -- NPR commentator Cokie Roberts

Scott Christianson, 69, of Great Barrington, renowned investigative journalist

Scott is widely known and admired for his fearless truth-telling, passion for social justice and deep, loving soul.

Bits & Bytes: Podcasting workshops; STEM Starter Academy at BCC; Popovich Comedy Pet Theater at the Colonial; ‘Berning Man’ at Club Helsinki; Ghent auditions...

BCC's STEM Starter Academy aims to provide students with the tools they need to be STEM-ready in college and the workplace and will include academic support, tutoring, special field trips, guest speakers, and a STEM Academy Success Kit.
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