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'Sewage beer' craft brew made from treated wastewater offers unique solution to water scarcity issues

Since 2002, Singapore has been recycling its wastewater into high-grade reclaimed water. Today, that same water is used to make a new type of craft brew.

An Ethiopian wolf, a small reddish fox-looking wolf species, licking the nectar off a flower in a field.

Animals

Ethiopian wolf becomes first large predator to feed on nectar, shedding light on one of 'world’s most-threatened carnivores'

Experts were blown away by the discovery, which reveals that the endangered species could be the unsung heroes of their declining habitat.

Two photos side-by-side. On the left, a close-up of Monster High's "Witch Weaver" doll. On the right, Harris Reed in a sparkly red blouse.

LGBTQ+

Mattel debuts first-ever gender-fluid doll modeled after fashion icon Harris Reed

The Monster High Doll is called ‘The Witch Weaver,’ which Harris says is a symbol for one’s ability to shift and transform identities.

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Environment

Pine cone collectors hope to stave off future forest fires: 'We need to do something now'

To regenerate forests, pine cone collectors are replanting one seedling at a time.

An overview of a flooded village in Malaysia

Environment

Teen invents solar-powered water purifier with the hope of helping people in flood-affected regions

The 17-year-old was inspired by mounting water crises affecting families across Bangladesh.

A bevvy of empty plastic bottles of various shapes, colors, and sizes

Environment

This year, 16 states have cracked down on 'forever chemicals' in everyday products

Out of those states, 11 have enacted outright bans on PFAS in certain consumer products.

A lion against in front of a green forest.

Animals

The mummy of a long-extinct saber-toothed cub could help inform big cat conservation efforts

Scientists estimate that the cat is 35,000 years old

Two images side by side. On the left, a person cuts into a Thanksgiving turkey. On the right, a map shows a turkey's journey from Mayberry, NC to Plymouth, MA.

Environment

Interactive turkey tracker follows carbon emissions of Thanksgiving birds 'from farm to fork'

The tool follows a single turkey’s journey across the supply chain, with optimizations to help reduce its environmental impact.

A thick, green Janis crystal absorbs water

Tech & Innovation

'Smart crystals' that harvest water from the air could combat water scarcity, NYU researchers say

The organic crystals were modeled after desert plants and animals, which have evolved to have water-absorbing capabilities.

Governments Doing Good

USPS takes Santa's workshop online, partnering with Toys R Us to fulfill wishes for children in need

The new online platform makes buying and shipping gifts to children and families in need a breeze.

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'Sewage beer' craft brew made from treated wastewater offers unique solution to water scarcity issues

Ethiopian wolf becomes first large predator to feed on nectar, shedding light on one of 'world’s most-threatened carnivores'

Mattel debuts first-ever gender-fluid doll modeled after fashion icon Harris Reed

Pine cone collectors hope to stave off future forest fires: 'We need to do something now'

Teen invents solar-powered water purifier with the hope of helping people in flood-affected regions

This year, 16 states have cracked down on 'forever chemicals' in everyday products

The mummy of a long-extinct saber-toothed cub could help inform big cat conservation efforts

Interactive turkey tracker follows carbon emissions of Thanksgiving birds 'from farm to fork'

'Smart crystals' that harvest water from the air could combat water scarcity, NYU researchers say

USPS takes Santa's workshop online, partnering with Toys R Us to fulfill wishes for children in need

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