Board games are booming: In 2023 alone, the industry topped US$16.8 billion and is projected to reach $40.1 billion by 2032. Classics like “Scrabble” are being refreshed and transformed, while newer inventions…
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Happier, more connected neighborhoods start right in the front yard
A salve for America’s loneliness epidemic could exist right in front of its homes. Front yards are a staple of many American neighborhoods. Lush plantings, porches or trinkets can capture the attention…
Searching for the right angle – students in this course shoot pool to learn about journalism
Uncommon Courses is an occasional series from The Conversation U.S. highlighting unconventional approaches to teaching. Title of course: “News Writing and Reporting II: Multimedia” What prompted the idea to use pool to…