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First-grader starts a ‘buddy bench’ epidemic
A Pennsylvania student came up with a simple idea to eliminate loneliness and foster friendship on the playground Sometimes it's the simplest ideas that can make the biggest difference. Everyone knows it can be tough for some kids to make friends. Some kids are just...
Elon Musk, billionaires, and the United Nations: The 1% solution to global development
Billionaires can impact billions of lives Until recently, even the wealthiest individuals did not have enough money to make a material dent in global problems, let alone “solve” them. Compared to the size of national economies, or the budgets of the governments of...
8 Smart Money Habits for Big Financial Success
Achieving financial success does not require drastic measures or major lifestyle changes. In fact, simply being consistent with applying better money habits often paves the way for greater gains over time. As James Clear wrote in his bestseller Atomic Habits,...
From the Ground Up
Alicia Pirani Brumfield, a Farm Educator and graduate of Growing Home's program, walks a cart by the greenhouse. Growing Home What might we build after the world ends? It’s a question I’ve asked myself amid narratives that we’re careening towards catastrophe. I’ve...
An Education in Joy
Positive Tomorrows is the kind of school you would have wanted to attend as a child, or the kind of school you hope your own kid may one day find themselves at—a light-filled building designed by student request and staffed by caring adults. Positive Tomorrows is a...
Stevia may provide more benefits than as a zero-calorie sugar substitute.
This sugar substitute does more than sweeten — it kills cancer cells When fermented with bacteria isolated from banana leaves, stevia extract kills off pancreatic cancer cells but doesn't harm healthy kidney cells, according to a research team at Hiroshima University....
Partnership focused on Aboriginal health and wellbeing awarded prestigious prize
The Tarrn-doon-nonin Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Research Project Award is one of the most prestigious awards given by the Lowitja Institute. Tarrn-doon-nonin is the Woiwurrung word meaning “trust”, which vital in research partnerships....
The truth about plants – Seven fun, fascinating (and frightening) facts
How many of us have unthinkingly bought apples wrapped in plastic? Don’t worry, this isn’t another diatribe about plastic (we’re saving that for later). It’s a rant about plants. Wrapping a layer of superfluous plastic around food items that come with their own...
When running away is bad
So what’s wrong with being an escapist? Therapist Lyn Reed cites its precariousness. “I would argue (this) escapism is an unhealthy way of coping with the challenges in our lives. With the stresses of modern life, escapism is pervasive. It comes in many forms and...
Respiratory Relief Syrup: A Natural Remedy to Balance Kapha
Seasonal changes, cold weather, and damp conditions often lead to an increase in Kapha dosha, which can manifest as congestion, cough, or a feeling of heaviness in the respiratory system. Ayurveda, the ancient Indian system of medicine, offers simple yet effective...
Anuvasana Basti in Ayurvedic Wellness
In the heart of Ayurvedic wisdom, Panchakarma stands as a beacon of detoxification and rejuvenation, guiding individuals back to their natural state of balance and vitality. Among the myriad treatments constituting this ancient system, Basti therapy holds a...
Tips to Get Your Home Ready for Spring
1: Clean Out Those Gutters It’s not the most pleasant job but it certainly needs doing and there’s no better time than just before Spring’s arrival. So grab your work gloves, hop on up a ladder, and get down to business. If that doesn’t sound like your kind of thing,...
You’ve heard of the Big Bang. Now astronomers have discovered the Big Wheel
Deep observations from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) have revealed an exceptionally large galaxy in the early universe. It’s a cosmic giant whose light has travelled over 12 billion years to reach us. We’ve dubbed it the Big Wheel, with our findings published...
Teach kids to care about the environment…
How to Raise an Environmentally Conscious Child: Course Corrections [B[efore I became a full-time “peasant,” I was an environmental educator, tasked with instilling nature stewardship in young minds. My boss gave me benchmarks for my nature hikes and stream surveys:...
The Netherlands agrees to return more than 100 artifacts to Nigeria looted during colonial times
THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — The Netherlands agreed on Wednesday to return a collection of 119 artifacts to Nigeria, the latest objects to be sent back to their homelands as museums grapple with their colonial-era holdings. The artifacts, known as the Benin...
Red dye No. 3 has been banned, but what about other artificial food dyes?
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., recently confirmed as the U.S. secretary of health and human services, campaigned on a promise to “Make America Healthy Again,” including a focus on artificial dyes and other chemicals in food. His support has been buoyed by “MAHA moms,” women...
New Zealand’s Mount Taranaki is now legally a person
Mount Taranaki joins Te Urewera, a vast native forest on the North Island, and the Whanganui River in being recognised as people under New Zealand's laws. A mountain in New Zealand is now legally recognised as a person after being granted all the rights and...
Underground Seed
Underground seed banks hold promise for ecological restoration. In 2000, Sam Lea converted his once-productive Willamette Valley onion field back into wetlands. The third-generation Oregon farmer excavated several ponds and largely left the land alone. Soon,...
How social media marketing affect a business?
Social media marketing can have a significant impact on a business in various ways, both positive and negative, depending on how it's managed and leveraged. Here are some key ways in which social media marketing can affect a business: Positive Effects: Increased Brand...
How to understand sustainable energy efforts?
Understanding sustainable energy efforts involves gaining knowledge about various aspects of renewable energy sources, energy efficiency, environmental impacts, and policy frameworks. Here's a comprehensive guide to help you understand sustainable energy efforts: 1....
18 Organizations Promoting Regenerative Agriculture Around the Globe
Transitioning to more sustainable forms of agriculture remains critical, as many current agriculture practices have serious consequences including deforestation and soil degradation. But despite agriculture’s enormous potential to hurt the environment, it also...
How Can We Obtain Peace In Our World?
One Great Idea To Obtain Peace! Peace can only be when we understand war is not the way to obtain it.– pa’ris’ha Obtaining peace in our world is a complex and multifaceted challenge, and there is no one-size-fits-all solution. It requires the collective efforts of...
Aware When We Are Breathing To Shallow
Becoming aware of shallow breathing and learning to breathe more deeply can be beneficial for your overall well-being. Shallow breathing often occurs when people are stressed, anxious, or not paying attention to their breath. Here are some steps to become more aware...
Emotional Support From Our Canine Companions
Many people find emotional support from their canine companions, and the bond between humans and dogs is well-documented. Here are some ways in which having a canine companion can provide emotional support: Unconditional Love: Dogs are known for their unconditional...
Benefits of Meditating Among Trees
Meditating among trees, often referred to as "forest bathing" or "shinrin-yoku" in Japanese culture, offers a unique and calming experience that combines meditation's benefits with nature's healing power. Here are some of the benefits of meditating among trees: Stress...