Learn about two of Paul’s mentors and their impact in the context of personal and professional development.

The U.S. Senate just voted 97-2 to pass the Allow States and Victims to Fight Online Sex Trafficking Act, a bill that silences online speech by forcing Internet platforms to censor their users. As lobbyists and members of Congress applaud themselves for enacting a law tackling the problem of trafficking, let’s be clear: Congress just made trafficking victims less safe, not more.

In response to complaints from Getty Images, Google removed some helpful if peripheral features associated with each image found within its results. While this appeased Getty’s copyright concerns, removing these features also meant some simple tools disappeared, which people could use to identify the origin and authenticity of images — tools which could help people identify “fake news” and misinformation.

Researchers at the University of Zurich gave willing participants 100 micrograms of LSD and found that in social interactions with computer avatars, the drug dampened down brain activity that helps people distinguish themselves from others. The study suggests drugs that target the same brain networks as LSD might have a role in helping patients with a variety of mental disorders.

Trapped in the rigid structure of diamonds formed deep in the Earth’s crust, scientists have discovered a form of water ice that was not previously known to occur naturally on our planet.

Using sleep deprivation to combat severe depression may seem odd, but for some it’s the only thing that works. These ‘chronotherapies’ seem to kick-start a sluggish biological clock; in doing so, they’re also shedding new light on the underlying pathology of depression, and on the function of sleep more generally.

The data proves how much mentorship matters: studies show people with mentors are more likely to get a promotion. But women are less likely to get the kind of mentorship that opens doors. Men far outnumber women as managers and senior leaders. By mentoring women, you can help correct that imbalance—and be part of a long-term solution. We need to do everything it takes to stop sexual harassment. But that’s not enough. We also need to fix the power dynamics that give rise to sexual harassment in the first place—and mentoring women is one way we’ll get there.

When you network the “stereotypical” way, most of the interactions are going to feel forced, transactional, and sometimes even exploitative. That’s why it’s gotten such a bad reputation, especially among introverts. Instead, networking should be an opportunity to provide value, not take it. Read on for a list of five specific ways to walk into a networking event & start a conversation

Oz Parvais shares his & his family’s story as U.S. immigrants in the hope that it helps build a deeper understanding between immigrants like himself and those who may not understand his background. It’s a pretty common story. Maybe even one you’ve heard before. But sharing stories helps us be here for one another and tells other people that they are not alone.