Dad Spent 3 Years Secretly Making A “Floating Suit” Made Of 1,150 Corks
A man who spent three years building a floating suit made from 1,150 corks has finally debuted his creation in Lake Michigan.
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Free Life Jackets Loaned to Anyone in Need - Now Saving Lives in 1,000 Locations Across the US
The world's largest life jacket loaner program crossed a huge milestone, setting up location number 1,000 at the Clearwater beach in Florida.
UK Residents Can Win a Good Night's Sleep in World's First BnB to Offer Actual Sheep-Counting
The 'Shleep Sanctuary' was created by sleep tech company Emma Sleep, and they have launched a contest offering a night for two
Genius Scarecrow Competition Attracts Thousands to Village - LOOK
The Minions, Mr. Bean, Edward Scissorhands, Shrek, The Queen and the characters from the Wizard of Oz make up some of the displays.
Reading, Doing Crafts, Playing Instruments or Games Associated With 23% Lower Risk of Dementia
Doing crafts, playing an instrument, or reading a book might help lower your risk of dementia by a 23%, according to new research.
Look For the Perseid Meteor Shower and Spectacular Saturn Show This Week
The Perseid meteor shower will heat up this week alongside a Saturn show that happens as it arrives nearest to Earth this year,
Beautiful Surf Attracts Many, Now That Angolan Wars are Over
The restoration of peace in 2002 has turned oil-rich Angola into one of the world's fastest growing economies and opened a new frontier for surfers, mostly from Luanda, who flock to the warm blue waters of Cabo Ledo to ride waves. Officials expect the country's warm climate, vast sandy beaches along with the recently restored peace to begin attracting visitors from abroad.
The World's First Boat Elevator Helped Turn Scottish Canals Into Green Veins of Joy
It took a century for Scotland to realize the recreational resource of their old coal-carrying canal network, which is now the nation's joy.
U.S. State Park Unveils New Trail Made of Illegally Dumped Tires
Tens of thousands of these tires were illegally dumped in the area, and after being collected were turned into crumbs and pressed into a trail
Watch 'This Emotional Life' About Mental Health and Resilience
A three-part series ends tonight on PBS that explores improving social relationships, learning to cope with depression and anxiety, and becoming more positive, resilient individuals.
Visiting Green Spaces 3-4 Times Weekly May Lower Your Need for Meds, According to New Study
Hanging out in a local park, lake, or garden really could be good for your health if you live in cities, according to a study from Finland.
Playing Video Games Improves These Aspects of Daily Life Say Gamers in New Poll
A poll of 2,000 American gamers revealed how video games are making a positive impact on various aspects of their daily lives.
Blue Whales Return to California at Levels Not Seen Since Before the Whaling Industry
According to a 2014 study, the blue whale population in the western Pacific population of these cetaceans has reached 97%
Popular Hiking App Releases 27,000 Trail Maps to Download for Free, Increasing Hiker Safety
Now used by over 600,000 hikers worldwide, the app which began life in Ireland is now one of the most-used hiking apps on the market.
White House Issues Unprecedented Pardons After FDA Finds Cannabis to Be More Like Tylenol Than Heroin
A Gallup poll conducted in October 2023 found that 70% of Americans believe cannabis should be completely legalized in all its forms.
First Fully-Electric MLS Soccer Stadium Being Built in New York City Could Transform the Whole Neighborhood
Willets Point stadium would be totally electric, partly run on green energy, and built with materials that conserve water and reduce waste.
Bumper Snowfall to Start Early Ski Season in Europe: 'One of the best starts I can remember'
Big resorts in France, Switzerland, Italy, and Austria have all moved the opening date of the season up at least a week to November 18th.
Meet the Man Who Has Broken 129 Guinness World Records in Just 4 Years
This 34-year-old electrical engineer has set the world record for everything from throwing a tortilla the farthest to fastest half-marathon while juggling.
Here Are the Top Childhood Dinner Table Rules That Parents Now Love to Break
Adults have ditched the dinner time rules they were taught as kids—opting for eating on the couch, having dessert for dinner, and not eating their veggies.
You Can Now Take 'Puppy Pilates' Classes and Help Train Service Dogs for Veterans With PTSD
All the proceeds from these $25 "Puppy Pilates" classes will be donated towards a program that trains service dogs for veterans with PTSD.
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