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.

A little more than a year ago, on a trip to Nairobi, Kenya, some colleagues and I met a 12-year-old Masai boy named Richard Turere, who told us a fascinating story. His family raises livestock on the ...

A better way to drive growth and profitability by Scott Magids, Alan Zorfas and Daniel Leemon When companies connect with customers’ emotions, the payoff can be huge. Consider these examples: After a ...

A simple daily skin care routine includes cleansing, serums, moisturizer, and sunscreen. Match products to your skin type to avoid irritation or breakouts. Patch test new products for 48 to 96 hours, ...

With iOS 26, Apple tweaked the slideshow feature so that it works slightly differently than in iOS 18. To snag the latest version of iOS, head to Settings > General > Software Update and allow it to ...