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In 2016, Indiana found very poor fish health in 1.27 miles of Big Branch after years of pollution. 7 years later, its fish score reached 48 and the segment was clearedBig Branch’s recovery is ultimately a reminder that environmental restoration is often measured in years rather than weeks. The stream did ...- In 2012, Indiana farmers adopted cover crops that helped stop 5,695 tons of soil from reaching waterways each year. 9 years later, Prairie Creek scored 50 and was removedPrairie Creek in Indiana was once impaired for aquatic communities. A watershed management plan implemented in 2012 led to significant impr...
- In 2006, Beyoncé donated $2 million to build 42 Houston apartments for people facing homelessness, years before BeyGOOD—and her housing work later returned to the cityYears before launching BeyGOOD, American iconic singer Beyoncé donated $2 million in 2006 toward 42 housing units in Houston for homeless p...
- The Rudan Brothers surprise Canadian couple with free roof repair, then transform entire home after learning wife is battling two forms of cancerThe Rudan Brothers set out to repair a Canadian couple’s damaged roof for free but decided to transform their entire home after learning th...
- A man raised in poverty without a father and who barely made it through high school went on to open 54 Burger King restaurants across three US states, later donating more than $2 million through his foundationJohn Gullo built a successful Burger King franchise empire across three states. He later founded the American Dream Foundation, donating ov...
- In 2000, San Diego sank the 366-foot HMCS Yukon off Mission Beach; from 2015 to 2020, nine divers recorded 237 observations across 58 marine speciesThe HMCS Yukon, a Canadian warship, was intentionally sunk near Mission Beach to foster a new artificial reef. Initial research from 2004 i...
- Government-school teachers ready for AI, but need institutional support: JanAI surveyThe survey of 797 government-school teachers across Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, Jharkhand and Maharashtra found that 72% of respondents feel ...
- In 2010, Alaska Clean Harbors launched a statewide effort to curb harbor pollution. 15 years later, 11 harbors were engaged in the program, helping protect coastal watersAlaska Clean Harbors works with communities to prevent pollution and reduce waste. Four harbors achieved certification, and three are worki...
- Best African proverb of the day: 'If you want to go fast, go alone; if you want to go...' Life lessons on the power of community, support and shared successAfrican proverb of the day: This proverb, ‘If you want to go fast, go alone; if you want to go far, go together’, highlights the importance...
- Adopt 'guerrilla strategy', move quietly to Mumbai for bigger protest: Manoj Jarange urges MarathasManoj Jarange has urged Maratha community members to quietly move towards Mumbai. He set a September 12 deadline for the government to meet...
- Jarange sets September 12 deadline over quota stirActivist Manoj Jarange continues his indefinite hunger strike for Maratha reservation demands. He insists on Kunbi caste certificates for a...
- WHO releases US$150 000 emergency funds to support Nepal's flood responseThe World Health Organisation has released US$150 000 from the South-East Asia Regional Health Emergency Fund (SEARHEF) to support urgent h...
- Canada seeks medical doctors to strengthen healthcare: 5 immigration pathways you should knowCanada provides five immigration pathways for qualified medical doctors seeking permanent residency. These routes include Express Entry and...
- Manoj Jarange vows Mumbai march as Maratha quota fast enters second dayActivist Manoj Jarange is on his second day of an indefinite hunger strike for Maratha Kunbi caste certificates. He demands the Maharashtra...
- Unity in diversity is in Bharat's DNA, must be celebrated: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat in New YorkRSS chief Mohan Bhagwat addressed the Indian-American community in New York. He highlighted unity in diversity as India's inherent characte...
- In 2023, Arizona State University began planning a 1-2-acre pollinator garden by Phoenix’s Salt River. Today, the project aims to restore habitat and support pollinatorsA pollinator demonstration garden is planned for South Central Phoenix. This project aims to create vital habitat for declining pollinator ...
- In 1998, HHPC launched a pollution-control plan for New York's Hempstead Harbor. 13 years later, its northern segment reopened to shellfishing after being closed for more than 40 yearsThe restoration of northern Hempstead Harbor in Nassau County, New York, demonstrates how long-term cooperation and pollution-control measu...
- Manoj Jarange launches indefinite fast, accuses Fadnavis of 'grudge' against MarathasQuota activist Manoj Jarange has launched an indefinite hunger strike demanding Maratha reservation. He accuses the Maharashtra Chief Minis...
- In 1972, a 3,300-acre preservation effort began protecting the Elk River Chain of Lakes in Michigan. More than 50 years later, monitoring shows water quality remains healthyMore than half a century ago, a conservation effort in northern Michigan set out to protect an extraordinary network of waterways, and its ...
- ‘Superwoman’: Woman in wheelchair inspires internet with pull-ups, sets ambitious fitness goal for 2026A viral Instagram video has shown a wheelchair user performing pull-ups at a gym after friends helped position her chair near the bar. The ...
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