Old Wind Turbines are Repurposed into Footbridges Capable of Supporting 30 Tons
With a 20-year lifespan, there will be around 8.6 million metric tons of blades being decommissioned worldwide by 2042.
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Watch 5-Year-old Bust a Move at Foo Fighters Show After They Ask the 'Wee Dude' to Join Them On Stage
It's times like these we're thankful for this adorable video of a little boy being brought on stage to dance with his favorite band.
Young People Are Befriending Lonely Seniors Across the UK by Volunteering as Storytellers
Hundreds of young people have been "restoring vision" to UK seniors with dementia and visual problems through this intergenerational reading program.
The First Time a 10-Year-old Boy Uses His Birthday Metal Detector, He Unearths a Centuries-Old Sword
Northern Ireland's Fiontann Hughes went out with a metal detector for the very first time... then he found a 300-year-old sword.
Bus Driver Makes Detour So Daughter Can See Her Mom at Senior Home: 'It just hit my heart'
Alex Bailey diverted the bus he was driving so Jacqueline Mason could see her mom Eileen McGrugan in the seniors' home she lives in.
All-Party Peace Talks on Northern Ireland
After nearly 30 years of violence between Protestants and Catholics, a July cease-fire remains in place and Britain's new leader Tony Blair has coaxed historic enemies to sit down at the negotiating table.
"Game of Thrones" Helps Rescue Farm With Uncommon Animals in Ireland
Kenny Gracey and his animals were in dire straits a few years ago í¢â¬" but luckily for them, í¢â¬ÅGame of Thronesí¢â¬ had just started filming their first season.
Easter Peace Accord Signed in Northern Ireland!
The two-year-old peace talks in Northern Ireland finally produced a settlement this afternoon after an imposed deadline forced a 32-hour marathon debate among the parties. Weary, but determined delegates from 2 countries and 8 different political factions signed off on the agreement which would, if ratified, establish self-rule for Northern Ireland, which has been under direct British control for 26 years. It would also create historic cooperation with the independent Republic of Ireland to the south.
Man Quits Day Job to Soothe Dementia Patients With Nostalgic Barber Shop Experience
He even sets up a little glowing barber pole and a jukebox so the patients can listen to the music their heard when they were younger.
Sir Ian McKellen is Celebrating His 80th Birthday With 80 Performances to Benefit the Theater
Sir Ian McKellen has been celebrating his 80th birthday by raising money for UK theaters with 80 different solo shows.
How the Healing Properties of Irish Soil Apparently Hold the Key to Fighting Superbug Health Threat
A team of researchers has discovered that there may be more truth to Irish folklore than scientists give it credit for.
Breakthrough on Road to Irish Peace
On May 7, 2000 the Irish Republican Army made its most groundbreaking pledge since its cease-fire six years ago: to put IRA arms beyond use and allow independent inspections of its hidden arsenals.
Once Unthinkable, British Queen Will Meet Former IRA Commander in No. Ireland
The Irish Republican Army-linked Sinn Fein party says one of its leaders, Martin McGuinness, will meet Queen Elizabeth II next week, a once-unthinkable symbol of progress toward peace in Northern Ireland.
Northern Ireland People Are the Happiest in the UK
14 years after the Irish Peace Accord ended decades of violence and established self-rule for Northern Ireland, the new data demonstrates that two-thirds of citizens there feel happier in their lives than ever before.
Adele Surprises 12-Year-old Irish Fan with Bedside Visit
Singer Adele helped a young, bedridden fan's dream come true with a surprise visit to her home and an invitation to a concert.
School Sends Inspiring Letter With Test Scores, So Kids Know What's Important
This school included an encouraging letter with every set of exam scores it mailed out reminding students what is more important than tests.
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