For This City, Fare-free Transit Is a Big Success
Alexandria, Virginia went fare-free in 2020 and has seen ridership remain close to pre-pandemic levels. With frequent service and plenty of money to fund the buses, the transit experiment appears to be working, for now.
Read MoreCaribou Herds Tripled Thanks To Indigenous Knowledge and Science
An Indigenous-led conservation program in British Columbia, Canada, has successfully increased a caribou herd from 38 individuals to 113 in less than a decade, according to a new study.
Read MoreSolar Microgrids Are Keeping Ukraine’s Hospitals Running
U.S. renewables experts support the war-besieged country with tech hailed a ‘game-changer’ for disaster relief settings.
Read MoreMeet the Black Women Behind the New Digital Startups Aimed at Reducing Health Disparities
Only 3% of active physicians are Black women. A wave of new digital platforms is trying to make it easier to find them.
Read MoreReddit Uplifting News: 8 Best Wholesome Subreddits
From news stories about human progress to inspiring personal accomplishments, these uplifting, wholesome, and positive subreddits will make you smile and give you hope for the future.
Read More9 Best Good News Apps to Keep You Informed & Inspired
While the app store is filled with positive news apps, many haven't been updated in years. Here's a breakdown of the best apps to leave you feeling more hopeful.
Read MoreIn Sweden, Drones are Beating Ambulances to the Scene — and Saving Lives
After two years, the Swedish pilot study shows that 95 percent of the drones arrive safely and quickly. Ambulances can get stuck in traffic jams that drones simply traverse as the crow flies.
Read MoreSharon McMahon's 'Governerds' Raise Millions to Help Others
Sharon McMahon — known as America's government teacher — leads a digital community called 'Governerds.' Together, they have raised millions to help others...
Read MoreThis Startup Is Ensuring Free Meals For Food-Insecure Families Are Just a Text Away
A tech startup has developed a way to bridge the nutrition gap for families, at least in the short term.
Read MoreWhy Are Libraries Important? We’ll Give You 5 Reasons
Libraries are at the heart of social and physical American infrastructure. Institutions founded on education, access, and democracy, they are in need of funding and support.
Read MoreBest ADHD Resources on the Internet: Podcasts, Blogs, TikToks
Adults with ADHD often find it difficult to find support and camaraderie due to late-in-life diagnoses. We’ve rounded up some of our favorite resources on the Internet that help neurodivergent folks feel seen, heard, and embraced.
Read MoreAdvances and Breakthroughs In Mental Health Worth Celebrating
Just a century ago, treatments such as lobotomies and electroconvulsive therapy were not uncommon, but now we have access to more comfortable and safe treatment options.
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