Deeply entrenched conflicts are dividing the world – and many people's social circles. The violence in Israel and Gaza is triggering often overheated discussions among friends, family and strangers.

Humans instinctually forge loyalties to groups to survive. Being aware of these impulses can help us deescalate arguments and find common ground.... Lessons from brain science — and history's ...

Shirley Chisholm, the first Black woman elected to U.S. Congress was running for president in 1972 when she had a remarkable interaction with the pro-segregation George Wallace, then governor of ...