When Lindsay Sobel was twelve, she went to a basketball game at the LA Staples Center arena and was shocked by how much homelessness there was in the area. She remembers seeing how many homeless people had terrible life conditions, something she believed no one deserves. And, it also struck […]
The declining crime rates in the US have led to prisons closing and officials looking into creative ways to repurpose them. One such prison from Connecticut has been repurposed into a storage for documents whereas another one is used for training new correction officers. Some have been emptied, but not […]
It’s no secret that we benefit from spending time in nature. A brisk walk and a breath of fresh air or basking in the summer sun are all activities we associate with relaxation. Numerous studies have concluded that being in contact with nature has positive influence on our mental and […]
According to a research done in Singapore, consuming mushrooms more than twice per week may help us avert memory and language issues happening after the age of 60. Namely, it’s believed that a one-of-kind antioxidant found in mushrooms is the ‘culprit’ for their brain-protective benefits. The researchers concluded that the […]
According to a recent study, gardening is an amazing way to spend the same energy amount as if you were in the gym! What’s more, the scientists concluded that regular gardening is linked with better well-being, lower stress, and higher physical activity. Why You Should Garden more often? The study […]
If you’re ever in Lyon, don’t miss out on the stunning colorful mosaics of this unique artist. Ememem is an anonymous artist based in Lyon. He describes himself as a ‘sidewalk poet, a son of bitumen’. He rose in popularity thanks to his unusual healing of cracked potholes and walls-he’s […]
Most people walk by garbage on the streets and sidewalks. Some of them may notice, some don’t. And, then there’s Billy Adams-he doesn’t just notice it, he also picks it up. All of it. The 54-year-old man from Montgomery County has spent his walks into the District collecting trash in […]
Dear ladies, science says you may have a higher chance of getting a good night’s sleep snuggled up with your dog, rather than your partner. Dogs are our best friends and seems they can also be great sleep partners if they have a lady owner. According to Canisius College research, […]
Thanks to this hack using those inexpensive plastic laundry baskets, you can plant and grow your own strawberry batches easily. With some stuff you already have at home, you can plant and grow strawberries in the comfort of your own home without spending a small fortune. Strawberries aren’t overly needy […]
In this small, rural town in Arkansas, the future seems to have arrived. Realizing the power of renewable energy and its benefits, a school located there uses solar panels to save money. The city known as Batesville is located in the northeast part of the state and has a small […]
