Aquaculture gains sustainability credibility
The discussion over the opening of federally-owned public lands to more commercial purposes, or even selling some of them off entirely, is a hot topic this year. But what about areas of the oceans and seas that are also managed by the U.S. government? Recent federal agency decisions on future Read More...
Flying cars set for takeoff at Tokyo Olympics in 2020
Japan has taken a step closer to realizing its dream of launching flying cars in time for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, following investment from a major car company. Toyota is funding a project which aims to bring the world’s smallest flying car to the skies using the latest drone technology. Its Read More...
This is why some parents are raising their children as vegan
"You’re vegan? How aren’t you dead?” It’s a question that Elizabeth Tighe’s 12-year-old son is asked more often than she’d like. But as a vegan raising her children to follow a plant-based lifestyle, it’s not one that particularly suprises her. In the past Read More...
You can now earn Delta skymiles when you use Lyft
Delta has partnered with Lyft to give customers a new way to earn miles for its SkyMiles rewards program. Users will earn one mile for every dollar they spend through Lyft, not including taxes, tolls, tips or fees. SkyMiles is offering three miles for every dollar spent on trips to and from Read More...
Norwegian bank grants access to bitcoin investments through online banking
Norwegian online bank Skandiabanken now recognizes bitcoin as a new investment class and allows its customers to access their bitcoin holdings through its online banking platform, according to a Norwegian media report. Through an integration of the Coinbase wallet, which enables the buying and Read More...
This startup lets you invest a little money into solving real world problems
A new startup is turning investment dollars into solutions and profits. Unlike mainstream mutual funds, which direct investors’ money towards gun manufacturers and fossil fuel companies, Swell funnels investments towards companies focused on solving major global challenges. Swell rates companies Read More...
Bloomberg tackles air pollution and obesity with $5m grants to 40 cities
Michael Bloomberg has long fought for public health. As a mayor of New York, he banned smoking in bars and restaurants and even launched a campaign against the sale of large-sized sugary drinks. Now as the World Health Organization’s global ambassador for non-communicable diseases—meaning Read More...
Tips on fighting fake news from the people who debunk it for a living
With so much misinformation traversing the internet—sometimes disguised as fact—how can the casual reader spot the fiction? The reality is that spotting a lie isn’t always easy. Even the most trustworthy of news sources can spread false information without even realizing it. To make sure the Read More...
Implanting insulin-producing pancreatic cells could cure type 1 diabetes
Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) is a disease where your body stops producing insulin, which can lead to a lifetime of dependence on injected or pumped insulin as well as a host of health complications. New clinical trials, however, show some promising results in “curing” the disease by implanting Read More...
The three keys to making friends and staying friends
Although it can be intimidating, making friends is definitely rewarding. After all, friends form a big part of our life for most of us. They are the ones who walk through life together, share our ups and downs, and pains and joys. If you are looking to make new friends, or just trying to get along Read More...