Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, society, human interest and technology. Her stories hold a mirror to society, reflecting both its malaise and its beauty.

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Like many international students, Aida is juggling academic studies with earning an income, but she also has other things weighing on her mind. Source: SBS News / Sandra Fulloon 'Aida', a woman in her ...

Could early February's blast of cold in the northeastern United States be one of the last appearances of our wintertime foe, the polar vortex? While forecasters can't yet say that for sure, a warmer ...

Shed your usual created character and take on the role of familiar faces, Franklin and Lamar, in a short series of missions, Short Trips.

MILAN — The twin cauldron flames of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina are lit, the opening ceremony showcased Italy's rich cultural history, and these Games are officially underway. This year ...