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'Rizz': unveiling and explaining Oxford University's Word of the Year for 2023
As 2023 bids us farewell, we take a lovely linguistic detour, examining not only what we've talked about, but also how we've expressed it. Enter the Oxford Word of the Year, a fragment of vocabulary that captures our conversation. And what about the prize for 2023? It's "rizz," a noun sparkling Read More...
Conservation success: 2,000 captive Southern White Rhinos to be released across Africa
Donovan Jooste, a passionate conservationist, witnessed a stunning spectacle in the South African grasslands: approximately 2,000 southern white rhinos congregating on a farm in the North West region. This astonishing gathering represents an astounding 12 to 15 percent of Africa's remaining rhino Read More...
A guide to reducing holiday packaging waste
Despite the joy of giving gifts over the holidays, the excessive amount of packaging trash is a growing problem, particularly considering the recycling catastrophe in the United States. Before China banned the import of plastic waste back in 2018, it had taken 70 percent of the United States' Read More...
Attention all stargazers! Geminid meteor shower is set to dazzle tonight's night sky
In the heart of the holiday season and the festive buzz of December, there is yet another event to look forward to: the annual extravaganza, the celestial spectacle—the Geminid meteor shower. A glittering display The skies promise a thrilling show tonight, Wednesday, December 13, through Read More...
Move Afrika: elevating African music on a global scale starting with concert in Rwanda
Two decades after Nelson Mandela's legendary 46664 concerts, a new movement, Move Afrika, developed on the African continent. Inspired by Mandela's vision, his grandson Kweku Mandela launched this five-year project to create an annual music tour to promote Africa's artistic environment while Read More...
Ecuadorian court grants Siekopai ancestral land rights in historic ruling
The Ecuadorian court system returned ownership of 42,360 hectares of ancient land, Pë'këya, to the Siekopai people in a landmark ruling, marking a momentous step in the tribe's journey back to their roots. The November 24 verdict represents a significant move, recognizing the tribe's right to Read More...
Sesame Workshop introduces tools to help kids understand addiction in families
Tevis Simon's childhood was fraught with uncertainty. She grew up in West Baltimore in the 1980s, a community that received little attention from the city and government investment, and her existence was overshadowed by her mother's opioid addiction. She never knew which version of her mother she Read More...
Greenery, berries, and creative accents: elevate your holiday décor with native plants
During the holidays, the timeless charm of beautifying our spaces with fresh greenery, vivid fruits, and berries resonates strongly, reflecting customs established in millennia past. Magnolia branches, interwoven pine garlands, and the scented whispers of rosemary represent not only festive Read More...
Growing the green workforce: US commits $41M to clean energy training centers
The United States is preparing for an energy transformation, and it's no secret that a trained workforce is critical to making the transition to a cleaner future a success. The recent announcement by the Biden administration of a $40.8 million investment in 27 new training centers across the Read More...
7 ways to support your sober/non-drinking friends this holiday season
Holiday celebrations often involve alcohol. This can make things difficult for non-drinkers, whether they're sober for life or are pursuing sobriety for health or other reasons. Even if you plan to drink at holiday parties, supporting sober friends and family can make everyone feel comfortable and Read More...