In the early 1900s, a young boy from San Francisco Bay Area named Frank Epperson accidentally stumbled upon a delicious summertime treat that would go on to become an iconic frozen dessert. One cold night, he mixed sugar soda powder…
In February, Carroll High School in Fort Wayne, Indiana, canceled the production of “Marian, or The True Tale of Robin Hood.” The play, a gender-bending take on the classic tale, featured LGBTQ storylines that drew complaints from parents who were…
Japan has always been known for its innovative technology and disaster preparedness. The country is one of the most earthquake-prone regions in the world, with seismologists predicting a “megaquake” hitting the west coast of Japan in the next 20 to…
Souleymane Sana, a dance instructor living in North Carolina, won $100,000 from a scratch-off lottery ticket. However, his happiness does not come from newfound wealth, but from using his winnings to help school children in his native country of Mali.…
Chinese Women Defy Beauty Duty With Buzz Cuts Buzz cuts are on the rise in China. For some, the buzz cut is a way to challenge traditional standards and promote gender equality. By rejecting the idea that women must have…
The Scotch whisky industry is a massive contributor to the UK’s economy, with sales totaling over $7.5 billion last year. However, the industry’s carbon footprint is significant, with distilleries emitting CO2 directly into the atmosphere. The good news is that…
From ‘Spicy’ Toe Beans to Furry Friends in Need, How Kansas Humane Society’s Playful Social Media Campaign Captivated the Internet The Kansas Humane Society recently came up with a creative way to raise funds for their furry friends in need.…
Bullying is never okay, but how do you teach that lesson to young students in a way that sticks? For first-graders at Codwell Elementary, the answer came in the form of a musical puppet show that conveyed the importance of…
Feeling anxious or depressed? Try doing random acts of kindness. A new study shows that performing kind acts can improve mental health and increase social connections. Participants who performed three random acts of kindness per week had greater reductions in…
Do you ever find yourself throwing away everyday items because you don’t know how to fix them? Well, one man is on a mission to change that. Meet Morley Kert – a maker, fixer, and content creator who is extending…