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Friendship Benches
A cool and useful project that leverages the power of listening for improving mental health. Read more about the project here
Ronin the Rat π
A new rat is on the scene, sniffing out dangers and helping humans stay safe. Good work Ronin! Read more about Ronin hereΒ
Busting Out Benches π
A group of helpful rebels are building and installing seating around the Bay Area. Read more about the benches here
Update: RIP P-22
An update to a story from a few years ago- a bridge has been built! Read more about the project here
Fonts for the Future π€, Repeat
From the archive, a big publisher is experimenting with page-saving fonts to cut down on paper. Read more about the fonts here
March Napness π»π€
A new competition pits sleeping bears against each other to find out who can nap the HARDEST. Read more about the competition here
Tactile Universe π, Repeat
From the archive, an educational astronomy project that helps to make astro-imagery more accessible and engaging to the visually impaired community. Read more about th...
Tiny Dam Demolitions
Big dams get lots of attention (looking at you Hoover!) but smaller dams can have a big impact on a fish and other wildlife. Read more about these dams here
Paint Potential
A new paint has the potential to help buildings react to and change with the seasons. Read more about the paint here
Bye Bye Brown Bananas π
A new banana might be making its way to your grocer- keep your eyes... peeled. Read more about the banana here
Watercube, Repeat
From the archive, tech that can make drinking water from the air. Since originally airing, this technology has in fact gotten smaller and cheaper and has been used in ...
Sewercules, Repeat
From the archive, stories of ancient history under the streets. I thought of this story because there was recently a big Roman discovery in London. Read more about tha...
Asteroid Investigation π
An asteroid has gotten into the news recently and scientists are paying close attention. Read more about the asteroid hereΒ
Wooden Blades
One hard-to-recycle part of renewable energy production is getting a green(er) upgrade. Read more about the blades here
CPR Double Dip π
Two stories about two people teaching and using CPR to change (and save) lives. Sign up for CPR classes here if you want to learn or get a refresher
Update: An Old Bird, Repeat
Breaking (good) news! Wisdom has returned and is officially taking care of her new hatchling. Back in December, Wisdom was confirmed to have laid the egg and now it's ...
Jump Rope Rescue
An icy emergency gets exactly the right hero for the moment! Read more about the rescue here
Beavers Get The Job Done
Beavers are the best- and they don't need to worry about permits! Read more about the beavers' hard work hereΒ
Scarf Bombing π§£, Repeat
From the archive: people who knit, crochet, etc. just keep proving time and time again that they're the best- this time? Scarf bombing! Read more about scarf bombing h...
Sensory Friendly Stadium βΎ
A new ticket option at a major stadium can help to make events more welcoming to more folks- that's good news! Read more about the new tickets here