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          • Image: Microscopic image of M. tuberculosis: a deadly pathogenCombing Caves for a Cure to Deadly Bacterial InfectionsWe've been able to protect ourselves from most bacterial infections for decades now, but that's changing. Deadly bacteria are catching onto our tactics and antibiotic resistance is on the rise. Here's how some scientists are working to stay one step ahead of this problem by exploring the depths of caves and the bacteria that call them home!
          • Image: Paper towel dispenser overflowingSave the World One Paper Towel at a TimeWant to be a part of making the world a little better place? Here's a profoundly simple but impactful way to start! The U.S. uses 13 billion pounds of paper towels a year! And you—yes you—can begin to make a dent in that after you learn to shake and fold.
          • Boston ImageHow an Engineer Created a Band that Broke the ChartsIs what you're doing in life what you always thought you would be doing? Could you take what you know and create something new that could never have existed without you? Here's the story of an engineer turned rock star, whose story is one we can all relate to!
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          • Boston ImageHow an Engineer Created a Band that Broke the ChartsIs what you're doing in life what you always thought you would be doing? Could you take what you know and create something new that could never have existed without you? Here's the story of an engineer turned rock star, whose story is one we can all relate to!
          • Image: Twins with who look like the have the same faceDo You Have a Doppelgänger?Do you have lookalikes out there? We've seen the images of people who have met their doppelgängers, but is there really a face like yours out there or are our own brains just being fooled? Here's your marvelous brain at its best!
          • Image: Elliq robot for older individuals sitting next to a userGrandma Has a New Best Friend: ElliQSeniors that feel a sense of loneliness and isolation are at an increased risk of health complications, dementia, and death. But there's good news, a company called Intuition Robotics has created a robot designed to help elderly people feel less lonley and more connected!
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          • Image: Workers at MA'O Farms smile and pick weedsCelebrating Culture and Empowering Youth in HawaiiHow can farming blend scholarship, tradition, empowerment, and service to the community? MA'O farms in Hawaii is empowering the young people of Oahu's Waianae coast with a program that is changing countless lives and building a stronger future!
          • sherpaSupporting Education in the Mountains of NepalThe vast majority of people who have summited Mount Everest have porters to thank for it—but being a porter is far from a safe profession. Yet, for many Sherpa, this is their only way to support their families. After becoming a porter at the age of 12 and summiting Everest 21 times, Apa Sherpa has created a foundation to ensure that children have another path to travel in life through their education.
          • Image: Ben Lecomte Swimming the Pacific Ocean for ScienceWhat We’re Learning from The First Swim Across the PacificBen Lecomte is currently (right now!) in the middle of swimming 5,000 miles across the Pacific Ocean. While this is awesome on its own, what's truly amazing is the amount of scientific data they're picking up along the way.
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          • Image: A lone tree on an island with the sun setting on low tide around it.This is Day One (On Day Two)What would our world look like if we were all tuned into recognizing and calling out the good in others? Could pride, trust, and potential soar? It is possible, and the fantastic Drew Dudley will help us with it.
          • Image: Colorful Sailboats on the OceanHow to Catch the Winds of LuckWhat if you could have more luck without just wishing for it? Here's a Stanford Professor, with decades of research, pointing to 3 simple ways to start increasing the odds of finding more "good luck" in your life!
          • Image: A colorful collage in a silhouette of a human headEvery Brain is Beautiful: The Autism AdvantageWhat if we let disabilities take a back seat and we focused on the abilities that might look like superpowers in the right setting? Let's take a look at some examples.
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          • Image: Paper towel dispenser overflowingSave the World One Paper Towel at a TimeWant to be a part of making the world a little better place? Here's a profoundly simple but impactful way to start! The U.S. uses 13 billion pounds of paper towels a year! And you—yes you—can begin to make a dent in that after you learn to shake and fold.
          • Image: A lone tree on an island with the sun setting on low tide around it.This is Day One (On Day Two)What would our world look like if we were all tuned into recognizing and calling out the good in others? Could pride, trust, and potential soar? It is possible, and the fantastic Drew Dudley will help us with it.
          • Image: A memeory shadow box with many little momentous of a lifetime.What Can We Do to Keep Our Life Memories?So many small moments happen in our lives that make it amazing. But those moments tend to sneak by us and are easily forgotten and outsized by the bad times. How can we keep them fresh? And then pass them along to our loved ones?
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          • Image: Grandmother looking through binocularsAging Gracefully Alongside Your Loved OnesWhat if love and laughter could replace some of the struggles we face as our loved ones age and their memories decline? Could we see them and ourselves in new ways? Here are some insights from caretakers who have found ways to bring their relationships to life with a little creativity.
          • Image: Elderly couple hugging and smilingSo, What’s it like to Grow Older?We have something that's going to make you feel a whole lot better about growing older. These masters of aging gracefully and keeping your spirit lively have a few tips for us all!
          • Image: Paper towel dispenser overflowingSave the World One Paper Towel at a TimeWant to be a part of making the world a little better place? Here's a profoundly simple but impactful way to start! The U.S. uses 13 billion pounds of paper towels a year! And you—yes you—can begin to make a dent in that after you learn to shake and fold.
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          • Image: Grandmother looking through binocularsAging Gracefully Alongside Your Loved OnesWhat if love and laughter could replace some of the struggles we face as our loved ones age and their memories decline? Could we see them and ourselves in new ways? Here are some insights from caretakers who have found ways to bring their relationships to life with a little creativity.
          • Image: Paper towel dispenser overflowingSave the World One Paper Towel at a TimeWant to be a part of making the world a little better place? Here's a profoundly simple but impactful way to start! The U.S. uses 13 billion pounds of paper towels a year! And you—yes you—can begin to make a dent in that after you learn to shake and fold.
          • Image: Two coffee cups sitting in front of a cactus#DialogueCoffee: Why We Need More Difficult ConversationsThe world can feel pretty divided right now, but we have a fix for you. It's a technique called #DialogueCoffee and it makes talking to someone with an opposing viewpoint on the world a little easier (and much much more rewarding). Here's the story of how it came to be!
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          • Image: the colorful inside of a polished coproliteHow Fossilized Poo Changed Our View on DinosaursFossilized dinosaur dung is one really precious gem! From these wonders (really, they are quite beautiful) we can understand the lives of animals that died millions of years ago and the details of their ecosystems. Not to mention, these fossils played a role in the life of one of the most notable women in paleontology!
          • Image: girl jumping rope double dutch styleHow the Jump Rope Became an Elite Sport and a Symbol of CommunityDouble dutch may be one of the most underrated sports out there. These young athletes combine football star levels of footwork with the flexibility of gymnasts and the speed of sprinters. Better yet, they are a part of a community built to give them the support and love they need. Now this is inspiring!
          • Image: Beekeepers on a rooftop in London, EnglandFly Through London with Some Urban BeesExplore London from the fun and fascinating perspective of some of its smallest and most industrious inhabitants, the bees! They may not seem like the perfect urbanites but they have found some remarkable ways to adapt to life in the big city.
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      • Happiness & Hope
          • Image: Grandmother looking through binocularsAging Gracefully Alongside Your Loved OnesWhat if love and laughter could replace some of the struggles we face as our loved ones age and their memories decline? Could we see them and ourselves in new ways? Here are some insights from caretakers who have found ways to bring their relationships to life with a little creativity.
          • Image: sea turtle swimmingSaving Precious Lives in the First Sea Turtle Hospital!We've all been hearing that sea turtles need help... so, who's been helping them? Some really inspiring people you'll want to meet yourself! This fantastic video brings us into a sea turtle clinic to give us a look at what's being done to save these ancient creatures from the injuries and diseases they've picked up as they go about. It's a truly amazing place.
          • Image: Sharis painted eggs in a bowlThe Artist Who Brought the World Joy One Egg at a TimeHow can we spread joy with our work? Certainly, the answer is unique to each of us, but sometimes we need a little inspiration to get ourselves started. So let us introduce you to one of those sources of inspiration, Shari Kadar.
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      • Humor
          • Image: Elderly couple hugging and smilingSo, What’s it like to Grow Older?We have something that's going to make you feel a whole lot better about growing older. These masters of aging gracefully and keeping your spirit lively have a few tips for us all!
          • Image: Ice cream cone melting in a persons handThe Warmer the Better! Right?Here's an inspiring way to look at what will actually happen to our individual lives if, as predicted, it gets 4 degrees warmer. But this is a new approach: a refreshing look with a little humor and uplifting thoughts on climate change and how we are all empowered to transform the future.
          • Image: Button eyes of a sock monsterCan Your Buttons Change the Way You Look at the World?It's a simple innovation but the button is one of many small wonders we see every day. So what is it that makes the button so special, and could learning about it make us happier, maybe even come up with the next small wonder? It can!
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      • Philosophy
          • Image: Louisa on Chuck's chestMicro-Preemie Turns 21: A Success Story for Everyone!When life gets difficult there's always something we can learn and use for the rest of our lives. 21 years ago, Dr. Lynda (EWC's founder) gave birth to a 1 pound baby when she was just into the 5th month of her pregnancy. She picked up a few pearls of wisdom in the years that followed—here are 12.
          • Image: A famous, wild roller coaster at dusk in GermanyIs Happiness Truly Our End Goal?Most of us are running around looking to hold on to this thing called happiness, but these seem to be fleeting moments. Should we be focusing on something else instead? Listen to writer Emily Esfahani Smith's eye opening insight in her TED Talk!
          • Image: people placing their hands and feet in a circleWhy Asking for Help is a Sign of StrengthWhy do we feel embarrassed to ask for help? The wonderful (and hilarious) TED Talk Speaker Michele L. Sullivan helps us re-frame our perspective on asking for help, and how it all starts with having a little more compassion!
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      • ALL NATURE
          • Image: the colorful inside of a polished coproliteHow Fossilized Poo Changed Our View on DinosaursFossilized dinosaur dung is one really precious gem! From these wonders (really, they are quite beautiful) we can understand the lives of animals that died millions of years ago and the details of their ecosystems. Not to mention, these fossils played a role in the life of one of the most notable women in paleontology!
          • Image: sea turtle swimmingSaving Precious Lives in the First Sea Turtle Hospital!We've all been hearing that sea turtles need help... so, who's been helping them? Some really inspiring people you'll want to meet yourself! This fantastic video brings us into a sea turtle clinic to give us a look at what's being done to save these ancient creatures from the injuries and diseases they've picked up as they go about. It's a truly amazing place.
          • Image: Beekeepers on a rooftop in London, EnglandFly Through London with Some Urban BeesExplore London from the fun and fascinating perspective of some of its smallest and most industrious inhabitants, the bees! They may not seem like the perfect urbanites but they have found some remarkable ways to adapt to life in the big city.
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      • Animals
          • Image: the colorful inside of a polished coproliteHow Fossilized Poo Changed Our View on DinosaursFossilized dinosaur dung is one really precious gem! From these wonders (really, they are quite beautiful) we can understand the lives of animals that died millions of years ago and the details of their ecosystems. Not to mention, these fossils played a role in the life of one of the most notable women in paleontology!
          • Image: sea turtle swimmingSaving Precious Lives in the First Sea Turtle Hospital!We've all been hearing that sea turtles need help... so, who's been helping them? Some really inspiring people you'll want to meet yourself! This fantastic video brings us into a sea turtle clinic to give us a look at what's being done to save these ancient creatures from the injuries and diseases they've picked up as they go about. It's a truly amazing place.
          • Image: Beekeepers on a rooftop in London, EnglandFly Through London with Some Urban BeesExplore London from the fun and fascinating perspective of some of its smallest and most industrious inhabitants, the bees! They may not seem like the perfect urbanites but they have found some remarkable ways to adapt to life in the big city.
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      • Environment
          • Image: sea turtle swimmingSaving Precious Lives in the First Sea Turtle Hospital!We've all been hearing that sea turtles need help... so, who's been helping them? Some really inspiring people you'll want to meet yourself! This fantastic video brings us into a sea turtle clinic to give us a look at what's being done to save these ancient creatures from the injuries and diseases they've picked up as they go about. It's a truly amazing place.
          • Image: Microscopic image of M. tuberculosis: a deadly pathogenCombing Caves for a Cure to Deadly Bacterial InfectionsWe've been able to protect ourselves from most bacterial infections for decades now, but that's changing. Deadly bacteria are catching onto our tactics and antibiotic resistance is on the rise. Here's how some scientists are working to stay one step ahead of this problem by exploring the depths of caves and the bacteria that call them home!
          • Image: Line of sea kayaksPa Arding: Turning Accidents into OpportunityHow do any of us find a way to turn moments of tragedy into a catalyst for good? Pa Arding had her life inexorably changed, but that didn't stop her from finding ways to paddle her way to a cleaner planet. There are a few lessons we can all learn from her story.
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      • Conservation & Sustainability
          • Image: Beekeepers on a rooftop in London, EnglandFly Through London with Some Urban BeesExplore London from the fun and fascinating perspective of some of its smallest and most industrious inhabitants, the bees! They may not seem like the perfect urbanites but they have found some remarkable ways to adapt to life in the big city.
          • Image: Kayaker exploring glen canyonExploring The Legacy Not Left BehindWe may not get to go back in time to relive some of the planet's wonders lost to human influence, but this is the story of a rare moment we get to catch a glimpse of the past to help us learn for the future.
          • Image: Paper towel dispenser overflowingSave the World One Paper Towel at a TimeWant to be a part of making the world a little better place? Here's a profoundly simple but impactful way to start! The U.S. uses 13 billion pounds of paper towels a year! And you—yes you—can begin to make a dent in that after you learn to shake and fold.
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  • Creativity
      • All Creativity
          • Image: Satellite photo of the Uffington White HorseThe White Horse: An Effort that Links 90 Generations!This piece of art has been draped across an entire English hilltop for three thousand years. And we have an unbroken thread of ordinary people to thank for it being here today; they showed up unfailingly and sat patiently smashing it with hammers. Take a look!
          • Image: Grandmother looking through binocularsAging Gracefully Alongside Your Loved OnesWhat if love and laughter could replace some of the struggles we face as our loved ones age and their memories decline? Could we see them and ourselves in new ways? Here are some insights from caretakers who have found ways to bring their relationships to life with a little creativity.
          • Image: girl jumping rope double dutch styleHow the Jump Rope Became an Elite Sport and a Symbol of CommunityDouble dutch may be one of the most underrated sports out there. These young athletes combine football star levels of footwork with the flexibility of gymnasts and the speed of sprinters. Better yet, they are a part of a community built to give them the support and love they need. Now this is inspiring!
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      • Art
          • Image: Grandmother looking through binocularsAging Gracefully Alongside Your Loved OnesWhat if love and laughter could replace some of the struggles we face as our loved ones age and their memories decline? Could we see them and ourselves in new ways? Here are some insights from caretakers who have found ways to bring their relationships to life with a little creativity.
          • Image: Sharis painted eggs in a bowlThe Artist Who Brought the World Joy One Egg at a TimeHow can we spread joy with our work? Certainly, the answer is unique to each of us, but sometimes we need a little inspiration to get ourselves started. So let us introduce you to one of those sources of inspiration, Shari Kadar.
          • Image: Four young ballerinas lined up and practicing next to a chain mail fence.Building Futures One Plié at a TimeIn a place where violence reigns, girls are finding refuge in a surprising way—and it's all thanks to one amazing woman.
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      • Dance
          • Image: Cinco Dancers with a beautiful, flowing gownThe Fascinating Story Behind Why We Dance!We seem to be born to do it and it may even be a key to our success as a species! So why was it that dancing became engrained in the fabric of being human? This video clues us in on how dance has shaped human life throughout our evolution. And we can't help but ask: could dance actually help us through difficult times now?
          • Image: Four young ballerinas lined up and practicing next to a chain mail fence.Building Futures One Plié at a TimeIn a place where violence reigns, girls are finding refuge in a surprising way—and it's all thanks to one amazing woman.
          • Image: Shadow of a hand reaching towards a door handleShadow Dancing Taking Us to New Worlds!The dance troupe Pilobolus is known for their mind-bending work and their incredible experiments in shadow and performance will completely transform your sense of reality!
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      • Music
          • Boston ImageHow an Engineer Created a Band that Broke the ChartsIs what you're doing in life what you always thought you would be doing? Could you take what you know and create something new that could never have existed without you? Here's the story of an engineer turned rock star, whose story is one we can all relate to!
          • 5Meet the Hindu Bagpipers Bringing Cultures TogetherIt's easy to look back and see that some of the best innovators in history brought together two things that no one had ever thought to combine. For the best kind of ingenious fun with that concept, take a look at The Shree Muktajeevan Swamibapa Pipe Band: a worldwide organization of Hindu bagpipers who blend Indian and Scottish music in a brilliant cultural mashup!
          • Image: Aleksandar Marković conductingWhat Are Conductors Even Doing?Most of us have pretended to be an orchestra conductor at some point in our lives. The interesting thing is, we actually understand, on some level, what we're doing, even if we know nothing about music! This is a fascinating and fun window into a world we never knew we shared.
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      • Design
          • Image: Whistling emojiThere’s a Common Language We All Speak!You are fluent in a language that you don't even realize you know! And it might be a place we can find some real fun and eventually share the struggle for connection.
          • Image: Children working on a problem at a makers faireSadie McCallum Shows Us Why Invention is for EverybodyMeet Sadie McCallum, a young inventor who is taking the unique problems she faces with Cerebral Palsy and building innovative solutions to help others!
          • Image: American Grizzly in the middle of a paved roadWhy Wild Animals May End Up On Your StreetThese communities in Canada are helping us all reimagine what we can do to have healthy relationships with the wildlife that lives around us!
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      • Photography
          • Image: Colorized Image of peasant women from RussiaBringing Color Back to our PastWhat stories do images from the past tell us? How might they speak to us differently if we could easily see ourselves reflected in them?
          • Image: Graffiti of a cubist style painting of a faceStories Behind the Faces of PowerWhat if we removed the veil of power and could see people at "the top" for who they really are? Here's a photographer whose stories do just that!
          • Image: Graffiti face on a garbage canLitterati: Connecting Us All and Changing Paradigms!Have you heard of the amazing social media project that can eliminate litter from our planet? It's bringing together ordinary people, brands, governments and the power of big data--all with a novel artistic magnetism!
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  • Science
      • All Science
          • Image: the colorful inside of a polished coproliteHow Fossilized Poo Changed Our View on DinosaursFossilized dinosaur dung is one really precious gem! From these wonders (really, they are quite beautiful) we can understand the lives of animals that died millions of years ago and the details of their ecosystems. Not to mention, these fossils played a role in the life of one of the most notable women in paleontology!
          • Image: sea turtle swimmingSaving Precious Lives in the First Sea Turtle Hospital!We've all been hearing that sea turtles need help... so, who's been helping them? Some really inspiring people you'll want to meet yourself! This fantastic video brings us into a sea turtle clinic to give us a look at what's being done to save these ancient creatures from the injuries and diseases they've picked up as they go about. It's a truly amazing place.
          • Image: Microscopic image of M. tuberculosis: a deadly pathogenCombing Caves for a Cure to Deadly Bacterial InfectionsWe've been able to protect ourselves from most bacterial infections for decades now, but that's changing. Deadly bacteria are catching onto our tactics and antibiotic resistance is on the rise. Here's how some scientists are working to stay one step ahead of this problem by exploring the depths of caves and the bacteria that call them home!
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      • Health
          • Image: Microscopic image of M. tuberculosis: a deadly pathogenCombing Caves for a Cure to Deadly Bacterial InfectionsWe've been able to protect ourselves from most bacterial infections for decades now, but that's changing. Deadly bacteria are catching onto our tactics and antibiotic resistance is on the rise. Here's how some scientists are working to stay one step ahead of this problem by exploring the depths of caves and the bacteria that call them home!
          • Image: Person playing a video gameAre Video Games Bad for You, Really?On the quest to find out the effect that video games have on the brain, researchers may have stumbled into something that could change the nature of medicine. We're on the verge of prescribing video games, and these awesome creators walk us through it!
          • Image: Men's and Women's toiletThe Toilet is Saving Our Lives!Did you know that this innovation stops deadly diseases from finding you with every flush? Billions of people still don't have access to one. So we'd like to take a moment to celebrate the humble toilet and see how some truly amazing thought leaders are bringing them to everyone around the globe!
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      • Space
          • Image: Mae Jemison in SpaceHappy Birthday Mae Jemison!The story of Mae Jemison's life is one about pursuing your dreams and striving for better. And tomorrow's her birthday! So let's celebrate.
          • Image: Astronaut on space walk orbiting earth and waving at the cameraHow Do Space Suits Even Work?We've seen people walk on the moon in them, but how has that been possible? What is it about a space suit that enables it to protect us out there?
          • Image: A zinnia that was grown in space floating inside of the ISS with the Earth behind it.Did You Know We Can Garden in Space?Lettuce, zinnias, peas, and radishes are just some of the plants that have found their roots in space. But what does this mean for our future?
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      • Psychology
          • Image: Reversible Head with Basket of Fruit by Giuseppe ArcimboldoIt’s True, We Don’t See the World the SameOur own perception of the world differs greatly from those around us. We've all had different experiences, and like it or not, they shape us. Let's explore why and how that might make us more tolerant of others.
          • Image: Two babies talking and smiling at cameraListening to the BabiesBaby babble isn't just cute. When babies are babbling their brains are actually engaging in much more complex thinking than just making noises!
          • Image: A beautiful landscape of green wheat fields on one side and brown wheat fields on the otherJanine Shepherd: The Flight of an Unstoppable SpiritA world of possibilities is waiting for us if we lighten our load! Here is an amazing person to be our guide.
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  • Culture
      • All Culture
          • Image: Satellite photo of the Uffington White HorseThe White Horse: An Effort that Links 90 Generations!This piece of art has been draped across an entire English hilltop for three thousand years. And we have an unbroken thread of ordinary people to thank for it being here today; they showed up unfailingly and sat patiently smashing it with hammers. Take a look!
          • Image: girl jumping rope double dutch styleHow the Jump Rope Became an Elite Sport and a Symbol of CommunityDouble dutch may be one of the most underrated sports out there. These young athletes combine football star levels of footwork with the flexibility of gymnasts and the speed of sprinters. Better yet, they are a part of a community built to give them the support and love they need. Now this is inspiring!
          • Image: variety of cheese at a market!Without Cheese, We Might Not Be Here!Throughout human history, cheese has given us a huge survival advantage and changed civilization. If that isn't friendship, we don't know what is. So let's spend a little quality time with one of our oldest pals, and remind ourselves of all that we've been through together.
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      • Travel
          • sherpaSupporting Education in the Mountains of NepalThe vast majority of people who have summited Mount Everest have porters to thank for it—but being a porter is far from a safe profession. Yet, for many Sherpa, this is their only way to support their families. After becoming a porter at the age of 12 and summiting Everest 21 times, Apa Sherpa has created a foundation to ensure that children have another path to travel in life through their education.
          • Image: hands holding cacao beansThe Surprising Life Behind Your ChocolateIf you've ever eaten chocolate, then you're definitely going to want to check this out. Most of us don't know of the lengthy, fascinating process it goes through before it makes it to us!
          • Image: People standing away from us on a forest trail surrounded by the lights from fireflies.Fireflies Put on Quite the Show in MexicoOn this edition of Saturday's Around the World, we're traveling to Mexico to experience the light show few have seen happening in their forests!
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      • Sports
          • Image: girl jumping rope double dutch styleHow the Jump Rope Became an Elite Sport and a Symbol of CommunityDouble dutch may be one of the most underrated sports out there. These young athletes combine football star levels of footwork with the flexibility of gymnasts and the speed of sprinters. Better yet, they are a part of a community built to give them the support and love they need. Now this is inspiring!
          • Image: Cinco Dancers with a beautiful, flowing gownThe Fascinating Story Behind Why We Dance!We seem to be born to do it and it may even be a key to our success as a species! So why was it that dancing became engrained in the fabric of being human? This video clues us in on how dance has shaped human life throughout our evolution. And we can't help but ask: could dance actually help us through difficult times now?
          • Image: Four young ballerinas lined up and practicing next to a chain mail fence.Building Futures One Plié at a TimeIn a place where violence reigns, girls are finding refuge in a surprising way—and it's all thanks to one amazing woman.
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      • Food
          • Image: variety of cheese at a market!Without Cheese, We Might Not Be Here!Throughout human history, cheese has given us a huge survival advantage and changed civilization. If that isn't friendship, we don't know what is. So let's spend a little quality time with one of our oldest pals, and remind ourselves of all that we've been through together.
          • Image: Beekeepers on a rooftop in London, EnglandFly Through London with Some Urban BeesExplore London from the fun and fascinating perspective of some of its smallest and most industrious inhabitants, the bees! They may not seem like the perfect urbanites but they have found some remarkable ways to adapt to life in the big city.
          • Image: Hard working hands scooping up bright green chickpeasChickpeas: Doing the Hum-Most!Chickpeas have been a staple in dishes around the world for centuries, so we're going to give these little protein-packed cuties some attention. We'll point you to one of our favorite YouTube channels to get some insights into why we should care about the rich history of chickpeas!
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      • History
          • Image: Satellite photo of the Uffington White HorseThe White Horse: An Effort that Links 90 Generations!This piece of art has been draped across an entire English hilltop for three thousand years. And we have an unbroken thread of ordinary people to thank for it being here today; they showed up unfailingly and sat patiently smashing it with hammers. Take a look!
          • Image: girl jumping rope double dutch styleHow the Jump Rope Became an Elite Sport and a Symbol of CommunityDouble dutch may be one of the most underrated sports out there. These young athletes combine football star levels of footwork with the flexibility of gymnasts and the speed of sprinters. Better yet, they are a part of a community built to give them the support and love they need. Now this is inspiring!
          • Image: variety of cheese at a market!Without Cheese, We Might Not Be Here!Throughout human history, cheese has given us a huge survival advantage and changed civilization. If that isn't friendship, we don't know what is. So let's spend a little quality time with one of our oldest pals, and remind ourselves of all that we've been through together.
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      • Special Occasion
          • Image: Fireworks exploding above a city skylineGunpowder, Stars, Art, and… Bigfoot?When you see fireworks, you're witnessing an art form with a surprisingly rich history. How fireworks grew from scaring away a creature of lore to the beautiful spectacle today is an incredible story that will leave you with a little more awe the next time you see the night sky light up.
          • Image: Person looking up at the night skyWant to Help Us Create the Antidote for the Daily News?Ever wonder if there is anything you could do, personally, to affect the direction of things? Turns out there is! You can easily help us get the word out that this is still an amazing world and we can actually change the negative dialogue together! Here's how...
          • Image: Louisa on Chuck's chestMicro-Preemie Turns 21: A Success Story for Everyone!When life gets difficult there's always something we can learn and use for the rest of our lives. 21 years ago, Dr. Lynda (EWC's founder) gave birth to a 1 pound baby when she was just into the 5th month of her pregnancy. She picked up a few pearls of wisdom in the years that followed—here are 12.
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      • Saturdays Around the World
          • Image: Beekeepers on a rooftop in London, EnglandFly Through London with Some Urban BeesExplore London from the fun and fascinating perspective of some of its smallest and most industrious inhabitants, the bees! They may not seem like the perfect urbanites but they have found some remarkable ways to adapt to life in the big city.
          • Image: Kayaker exploring glen canyonExploring The Legacy Not Left BehindWe may not get to go back in time to relive some of the planet's wonders lost to human influence, but this is the story of a rare moment we get to catch a glimpse of the past to help us learn for the future.
          • Image: Four young ballerinas lined up and practicing next to a chain mail fence.Building Futures One Plié at a TimeIn a place where violence reigns, girls are finding refuge in a surprising way—and it's all thanks to one amazing woman.
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By Liesl Ulrich-Verderber

These are some of the new innovations in science, technology, healthcare, and even food that are shaping a brighter future for us all!

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