How learning something new can help you cope with stress
There are typically two ways people try to deal with this stress. One is to simply “buckle down and power through” — to focus on getting the stressful work done. The other common tactic is to retreat — to temporarily disconnect from work and get away from the stressful environment. Both of Read More...
Why goats are in crazy demand in America’s West Coast
Across California and the West, goats are being dispatched to overgrown patches of land to chomp down vegetation and help create firebreaks to prevent fires from jumping from woodlands to homes and businesses. Thanks to their voracious appetites—goats can eat up to 10 pounds of vegetation per Read More...
How China’s solar surge could shape energy policies across the globe
China has more solar energy capacity than any other country in the world, at a gargantuan 130 gigawatts. If it were all generating electricity at once, it could power the whole of the UK several times over. And while China’s investment into solar farms may seem like a domestic affair, it’s Read More...
International online teaching is giving teachers an extra source of income
Teaching is no longer something that’s only done within four classroom walls. Technology now gives teachers the chance to tutor students internationally, allowing them to earn extra money outside of their regular workday. Online teaching help solve two issues; the first is that it makes up for Read More...
Indian safaris saved the Bactrian camel from going extinct
The double-humped Bactrian camel used to carry heavy lands along the rugged terrain of the Silk Road. With the closure of the Silk Road, many were left abandoned in the Nubra Valley in the north of India. Overlooked and uncared for, their numbers dwindled, pushing them to the brink of extinction. Read More...
Steer clear of dementia by doing these seven things
Dementia affects one in 14 people over the age of 65 in the UK. Researchers have yet to find a cure for dementia, but scientific evidence does show that there are several ways to guar against it. To avoid the onset of dementia, do these seven Read More...
Semi-automatic washing machines are perfect for the thrifty apartment dweller
If you live in the US, you’ve probably never heard of a semi-automatic washing machine. A semi-automatic is typically lightweight and comprised of two side-by-side tubs encased in plastic, one for washing, one for spin-drying. These washers are extremely popular in Asia, and there’s an Read More...
A massive cleanup of the Great Pacific Ocean Patch is about to get underway
Years ago, a young Dutch entrepreneur designed a system that could effectively clean up tons of plastic in the ocean using the water’s currents. Now that system is actually getting ready to launch a massive cleanup of the Great Pacific Garbage Patch on September 8. The ultimate goal of the Read More...
Why open hiring is good for people and business
When people have a criminal record, it’s nearly impossible to find a job. A New York-based bakery finds that ridiculous, which is why they use a practice called open hiring. This means they fill positions on a first-come, first-served basis, no questions asked. Open hiring worked brilliantly for Read More...
California is about to commit to 100 percent clean energy
The fifth-largest economy in the world, California, is on the verge of committing to 100 percent carbon-free energy by 2045. All that’s needed to make 100 percent clean energy the law is a signature from Governor Jerry Brown, who’s expected to sign the bill. Not only is it one of the most Read More...