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Update: RIP P-22
An update to a story from a few years ago- a bridge has been built! Read more about the project here
Fonts for the Future π€, Repeat
From the archive, a big publisher is experimenting with page-saving fonts to cut down on paper.Read more about the fonts here
March Napness π»π€
A new competition pits sleeping bears against each other to find out who can nap the HARDEST.Read more about the competition here
Tactile Universe π, Repeat
From the archive, an educational astronomy project that helps to make astro-imagery more accessible and engaging to the visually impaired community.Read more about the...
Tiny Dam Demolitions
Big dams get lots of attention (looking at you Hoover!) but smaller dams can have a big impact on a fish and other wildlife.Read more about these dams here
Paint Potential
A new paint has the potential to help buildings react to and change with the seasons. Read more about the paint here
Bye Bye Brown Bananas π
A new banana might be making its way to your grocer- keep your eyes... peeled.Read more about the banana here
Watercube, Repeat
From the archive, tech that can make drinking water from the air. Since originally airing, this technology has in fact gotten smaller and cheaper and has been used in ...
Sewercules, Repeat
From the archive, stories of ancient history under the streets. I thought of this story because there was recently a big Roman discovery in London. Read more about tha...
Asteroid Investigation π
An asteroid has gotten into the news recently and scientists are paying close attention.Read more about the asteroid hereΒ
Wooden Blades
One hard-to-recycle part of renewable energy production is getting a green(er) upgrade.Read more about the blades here
CPR Double Dip π
Two stories about two people teaching and using CPR to change (and save) lives.Sign up for CPR classes here if you want to learn or get a refresher
Update: An Old Bird, Repeat
Breaking (good) news! Wisdom has returned and is officially taking care of her new hatchling. Back in December, Wisdom was confirmed to have laid the egg and now it's ...
Jump Rope Rescue
An icy emergency gets exactly the right hero for the moment!Read more about the rescue here
Beavers Get The Job Done
Beavers are the best- and they don't need to worry about permits!Read more about the beavers' hard work hereΒ
Scarf Bombing π§£, Repeat
From the archive: people who knit, crochet, etc. just keep proving time and time again that they're the best- this time? Scarf bombing!Read more about scarf bombing here!
Sensory Friendly Stadium βΎ
A new ticket option at a major stadium can help to make events more welcoming to more folks- that's good news!Read more about the new tickets here
Future Library π²
An art installation and future book is growing in a Norwegian forest outside of Oslo!Read more about the project here and listen to the Ted Radio Hour episode with thi...
Stick Nation
A social media trend that encourages people to get outside and share what they love- nothing wrong with that!Read more about stick nation here
The Thiberville Fortune
A small town gets a big gift- it's good news!Read more about the town and it's plans here
In Vitro Rhino π¦, Repeat
The work continues- since this archive episode first ran, 5 more rhino embryos have been produced. Very exciting stuff! The team behind this effort has won an award fo...
Otters v. Crabs π¦¦π¦
Otters are bouncing back and helping manage an invasive species.Read more about otters and crabs here
Phone Class π
A college is offering coaching for a growing challenge- phone anxiety. Read more about the classes here
Elephant Treats ππ
Zoos are finding a fun and effective way to reuse Christmas tree once the holidays are over.Read more about the elephant treats here
Greencago ππ
Chicago is getting powered up in a very green way!Read more about the energy milestone here
Finnish Health Forests π²π΄π³, Repeat
From the archive, a national health service is sending people out into the woods... for their health!Β
Update: Notre Dame Restoration: On Track
Notre Dame has reopened! Pretty exciting and a good news story we've followed for many years.
Katie's Carols Megamix, Repeat
It's that time of year again- carol o'clock! Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah- Happy Holidays all around!
Seagrass Robot π¦
A robot (NOT a drone) is helping restore a fragile ocean ecosystem!Read more about the robot and seagrasses here
Hornets Handled
A rare win against an invasive species- that's good news!Read more about the hornets here