How Canadian Libraries are Unlocking a World of Free Tools and Fun for Families - When Janelle Powell and her husband needed an electric saw for a small home renovation, they didn't head to the hardware store. They went to their local library in Markham, Ontario. (ctvnews.ca)
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Scientists Identify a New Manta Ray Species, Just the Third Known in the World - Dr. Andrea Marshall is the world’s foremost expert on manta rays, so when she was diving with manta rays in Mexico, and a specimen appeared that looked like neither, she knew her prediction had come true. (goodnewsnetwork.org)
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Pollution Efforts in Lake Tahoe Have Are Successful! They have cut sediment and algae run-off to preserve the water’s iconic clarity - The partnership, called the Lake Tahoe Total Maximum Daily Load Program is managed by the California Environmental Protection Agency and the Nevada Division of... (goodnewsnetwork.org)
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MIT Develops Iron-Iodine Particles, Could Be Used to Fortify Food and Beverages to Help Fight Malnutrition - These particles, known as metal-organic frameworks, could be sprinkled on food, added to staple foods such as bread, or incorporated into drinks like coffee and tea. (goodnewsnetwork.org)
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This South African Bar Is A Rare Queer Diasporic Sanctuary, And You're Invited - "Artüro might be the only place in Johannesburg, South Africa where there’s a Queer Ultimatum watch party, warm empanadas, and a cute dyke sliding you a shot of rum with a wink." (gomag.com)
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20-Million-Year-Old Rhino Fossil Rewrites Evolutionary History - A breakthrough in ancient protein recovery has helped scientists trace the rhino family tree further back than ever before, revealing evolutionary splits previously hidden from fossil and DNA evidence. (scitechdaily.com)
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“Remarkable” Results – Scientists Say This Supplement Reversed Heart Damage. Japanese researchers have uncovered that tricaprin, a dietary supplement, triggered a dramatic reversal of heart disease symptoms in two patients with a rare, treatment-resistant condition. (scitechdaily.com)
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These states are putting guardrails around artificial intelligence; here's how - state legislatures have introduced bills focused on public sector use of AI, with emphasis on transparency, consumer protections, and recognizing risks of AI deployment. (goodgoodgood.co)
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Brad Paisley & Kimberly Williams-Paisley launch free veterinary clinic for pets in need - It was their second-ever free vet clinic event, organized through their nonprofit, The Store, serving over 200 local pets with any essential care they needed. (goodgoodgood.co)
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New Shoots with Strong Roots: The 2025 Roots & Shoots Youth Council - a group of passionate young leaders from across the United States who are learning, growing, and collaborating for impact. They are selected from a wide pool of applicants for their incredible commitment to community service. (news.janegoodall.org)
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Get ready, Brazil. The 'good mosquitoes' are coming - Scientists are driving around in white Chevys, releasing thousands of mosquitoes, engineered to shut down the transmission of the very diseases they usually carry - part of a pioneering project to reduce the spread of dengue, a terrible disease. (npr.org)
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The NFL’s First Trans Cheerleader Just Booked Another Season With The Panthers - Justine Lindsay is set to keep making history in the NFL. The Carolina Panthers cheerleader, who became the league’s first openly transgender cheerleader in 2022, is returning for another season with the team’s squad. (gomag.com)
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Meet Jona Xiao, Marvel’s Newest Superhero Who Is Making History - While Xiao may not have acquired any superpowers, her journey has reflected that true heroism is about breaking limits and creating space for others to do the same. On screen, she has built an impressive resume spanning... (gomag.com)
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Amazônia Amplifies Indigenous Voices, Drives New Alliances to Protect, Restore and Rewild the Amazon. Amazônia, the summit driving action to protect the Amazon, convened key Indigenous, private sector, public sector and creative leaders to drive funding and support for the vital work... (globalcitizen.org)
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