Why is solitary confinement in US prisons so routine?
Tens of thousands of people are held in protracted isolation with dire implications for their health, rights groups say.
Tens of thousands of people are held in protracted isolation with dire implications for their health, rights groups say.
The Stream discusses some of the most interesting issues, bringing fresh perspectives and lesser heard voices.
The Stream look at some of the major stories Al Jazeera correspondents have been covering this year.
Orca confrontations with boats are on the rise, prompting humans to reexamine their impact on nature.
Residents in East Palestine urge more support from leaders as rail freight safety questions linger.
Syrian refugees fear forced returns as nations normalise relations with President Bashar al-Assad.
Human rights groups say militia group has committed war crimes in region facing acute humanitarian crisis.
The Stream examines the latest efforts to boost racial diversity, equity and inclusion in winter pursuits.
Removal of scientific and historical topics has outraged educators across the country.
Proponents say economic penalties are an effective foreign policy tool, but critics say they are collective punishment.
As researchers continue to examine the causes of ageing, some seek ways to stop it altogether.
Climate change, habitat loss, and pollution are having a dire impact on insect biodiversity.