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Science

New MIT study says 'quantified proof' Earth's ozone layer is healing

"It shows we can actually solve environmental problems.”

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Humor

An Englishman’s hilarious prank got an 8-month-old neglected pothole filled within 4 days

Funny rebellion can get things done.

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Science

Seniors reveal the 5 things that make getting old better than being young

“You stop giving a flying f**k about so many things. It's very liberating.”

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Science

French university offers jobs to American scientists afraid of government censorship

The program previously offered refuge to researchers in exile from Ukraine, Yemen, Afghanistan, and Palestine.

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Heroes

Minnesota Burger King workers bring a heartwarming gift to 91-year-old customer's funeral

The entire morning crew staff showed up to honor him.

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Science

Study shows chewing on wood might be better for your brain than chewing gum

Acting like a beaver might boost your brain’s memory functions.

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Money

Michael Sheen writes off over $1 million of debt for 900 Welsh people to combat greedy banks

"There is a way to change it, there are alternatives, and we need to push to try and make a difference for people.”

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Ideas

The new plug in stove is being called a breakthrough for people's health and the planet

It could easily end the debate over gas vs. electric stoves.

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Science

3D printing is helping blind students “feel” art, history, and other school subjects

"It's a bit of a sense of joy when you can see a child really grasp a concept."

Christina Cavanaugh next to video store wall
Culture

A loyal customer lost her video rental store, but gained her own movie section

She can still rent movies from “Christina’s Corner” even though the store is closed.

Witold Pilecki's mugshot at Auschwitz
Heroes

A WWII Polish officer spied for the Allies by volunteering to be imprisoned in Auschwitz

His heroism was kept secret for decades.

Moyer and Hershey at prom and again 35 years later.
Heroes

Colorado woman donates kidney to prom date 35 years after their big dance

Giving your prom date a healthy kidney beats any corsage.

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Politics

Wisconsin just became the latest state to introduce a historic 'right to repair' law

The right to repair movement is growing and includes everything from iPhones to farm equipment.

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Science

Northwestern University study shows brewing tea removes lead, toxic metals from water

Another reason to put the kettle on.

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Science

New psychological study suggests being ugly could actually help you in court

The “ugly leniency effect” could offset the stereotype that pretty folks get better treatment.

Senators with image of school kids eating lunch.
Politics

Republicans and Democrats unite to provide free breakfast and lunch to Ohio students

This is how good government works.

Tony Evers
Health

Wisconsin’s governor wants to audit denied health claims by insurance companies

Wisconsin wants to hold health insurance companies accountable for citizens.

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