LEGO Botanical Series to Get Upgraded with Vibrant Chrysanthemum and Plum Blossom Brick Sets
It’s difficult to imagine that 92 years ago when the LEGO brick was first introduced to the world, the humble piece of plastic would transform into such a versatile element of creativity. Whether it’s used to make replicas of objects, actual functioning products, or even scaled-down ...
Incredible ‘Walking Tree’ is Named New Zealand’s 2024 Tree of the Year
The extraordinary Metrosideros robusta, affectionately known as The Walking Tree, has been crowned New Zealand’s 2024 Tree of the Year by the New Zealand Arboricultural Association. Located near a cemetery on South Island, this remarkable tree, with its leg-like trunks, immediately ...
Sunbeam-Powered Portable Factory Manufactures Zero-Emission Plastic Goods Anywhere There’s Trouble
Light Manufacturing, a pioneering startup, has revolutionized the creation of plastic goods by harnessing solar power through its innovative Solar Rotational Molding (SRM) technology. This system involves feeding raw plastic into molds, which are then subjected to concentrated sunlight ...
Startup Creates LEGO-Like Bricks That Can Affordably Remove Carbon Dioxide From the Air
Graphyte, a startup specializing in climate change solutions, has developed an innovative method to combat carbon emissions using LEGO-like bricks. These bricks, made from dried biomass, provide a nearly permanent solution for carbon sequestration. By eliminating microbes and water, ...
98-Year-Old World War II Veteran Finally Gets His High School Diploma
Maryland resident Richard Remp, 98, was only 17 when he dropped out of high school to enlist in the Marines during World War II. His military career spanned three significant conflicts: World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War, where he served as a decorated gunnery sergeant. ...
Google and Harvard Team Up to Make the Most Detailed Map of Human Brain Ever
The human brain, a marvel of complexity and significance, continues to intrigue scientists with its enigmatic functions that govern every aspect of human experience. In an extraordinary collaboration, researchers from Harvard University and Google have harnessed advanced machine learning ...
This Retro-Curvy Tiny Home Is Designed For a Comfy Living Experience On the Go
The Beatle, designed by Rocky Mountain Tiny Houses, is a retro-curvy tiny home that promises a cozy and comfortable living experience on the move. This charming dwelling stands out with its distinctive curving roofline and porthole-style windows, reminiscent of traditional Vardo Romani ...
Group Wants Colorado Kids to Save the Bees This Summer–Giving Out 100,000 Free Packets of Wildflower Seeds
Next Monday marks the beginning of National Pollinator Awareness Week. In celebration, Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) is spearheading an initiative to encourage Colorado’s youth to help save the bees by planting wildflowers. Established by constitutional amendment in 1992, GOCO ...
Washington State Bans Single-Use Foam That Breaks up and Pollutes Waterways for Orcas and Salmon
Made from tiny hollow beads of different plastics that are extremely friable, polystyrene is arguably the most damaging form of plastic in the environment. Still permitted to be used in packaging and other applications because of its lightweight, durable, and insulative properties, ...
