Former Prisoners Turn Waste Into Beautiful Furniture, Re-Building Their Lives At the Same Time
Formerly-incarcerated people make clever furniture out of recycled construction waste at Formr, where pieces range from $89 to $500.
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Volunteers Remove 9,200-lbs. of Trash From One of the Dirtiest Rivers in the US
In a weekend cleanup, volunteers with Keep the Tennessee River Beautiful dug out 9,200 pounds of trash from the banks of the Tennessee River.
Good News on Epic Bike Trail Stretching Coast to Coast Across USA, as Cycling Popularity Soars During Pandemic
An update on the Great American Rail-Trail, and how cycling's taken off around the world during the pandemic.
How Phoenix Feeds The Hungry With Fresh Food While Saving Local Businesses and Farms
Phoenix, Arizona has managed to save dozens of farms and restaurants, while also giving free meals to hungry folks citywide.
New York City Businesses Cutting Trash by Half in 'Zero Waste' Plan
The amount of waste produced by New York City has fallen 14 percent since 2005–and a new plan promises to speed up the progress, backed by big businesses.
In The Wake Of Lockdowns Coal and Natural Gas May Look Like the Biggest Covid-19 Casualties
Coal and gas demand falls as supply increases, creating unsustainable markets at the same time as renewable energy demand increase while their prices fall.
6-Month Suspension on U.S. Federal Student Loan Payments Now in Effect During COVID Outbreaks
As a means of easing the financial burdens of American students and graduates, the federal government suspended student loan payments for the next 6 months.
People Are Getting So Creative in How They Celebrate Virtually: 76% Plan to Cook Together Via Video With Loved Ones
A OnePoll survey on behalf of Asurion Home+ reveals how Americans are planning to celebrate the holidays virtually–and creatively–this year.
In 'Huge Victory for Polar Bears', Court Rejects Arctic Offshore Drilling Project
Hillcorp Alaska's offshore Liberty oil project in Foggy Island Bay, Alaska, was rejected by a 9th circuit court of appeals.
Who Needs Turkey? Most Would Be OK With Thanksgiving Meal That Was Only Side Dishes, Says Poll
A new OnePoll survey has found that most people would be perfectly happy receiving all those Thanksgiving side dishes—without the turkey.
More Than 70% of Older Americans Feel Younger Than They Actually Are - And Are Embracing Aging
Vast majority of older Americans in a new poll report they feel younger than they actually are, and are enjoying all the benefits of aging.
Watch Company Give 11 Homes to 11 Stunned Veterans-And You Can Enter Now to Win the Last One
To celebrate Veteran's Day 2021, a home lender launched a campaign to give away 11 homes to 11 vets-with a sweepstakes for you to win one.
Americans Are Almost Twice as Likely to Be Satisfied With Their Lives If They Give Back
90% of Americans in a new survey have contributed to a charity and feel better about themselves when they actively give back.
Johns Hopkins Gets First Federal Grant for Psychedelic Treatments Research -And It's For Tobacco Addiction
Johns Hopkins has received the first federal grant for psychedelic treatment in half a century. Here's more on that story.
Yukon to Yellowstone Wildlife Corridor Makes Massive Gains Since 'Y2Y' is Dreamed Up in the 90's to Help Grizzlies
What's happened with the Yukon to Yellowstone Y2Y wildlife corridor since it was launched in 1993 to protect Rocky Mountain animals?
This Plant-Based Jet Fuel Can Reduce Emissions by 68% - Without Displacing Crops
Creating a sustainable aviation fuel derived from a type of mustard plant called carinata can reduce carbon emissions by up to 68%.
Ford Announces 'Transformative' $11.4 Billion Investment in New Electric Vehicle Plants in Tennessee and Kentucky
Ford has announced a $11.4 Billion investment in U.S. electric vehicle plants in the states of Kentucky and Tennessee.
Startup Rethinks Self-Storage: Using Abandoned Offices and Restaurants to Store Your 'Stuf'
A startup called "Stuf" looks for storage for your stuff in abandoned office spaces, garages, and empty basements in major cities.
Russians Beat Tom Cruise to Filming First Movie in Space with 15 Days of Shooting Aboard the ISS
In capturing 35 minutes footage aboard the ISS, actress Yulia Peresild becomes the first to act in space, beating out a hopeful named Cruise.
Biden Restores National Monuments Shrunk Under Trump
President Biden restores the acreage of Bears Ears and Grand Staircase Escalante, which were shrunk under Trump.
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