In the Philippines, students have found a creative way to reduce the stress of exams and prevent cheating by designing and wearing funny “anti-cheating hats.” Schools like Bicol University College of Engineering and Batangas State University – Lobo Campus have embraced this practice, asking students to craft headgear that limits their ability to see others’ […]

Homeowners are increasingly getting paid to contribute their rooftop solar panels, battery storage, and electric vehicles (EVs) to “virtual power plants” (VPPs), which help support stressed energy grids. These VPPs aggregate renewable energy resources from homes in states like California, Vermont, Texas, and Utah to meet high electricity demand during extreme weather events, such as […]

Michelle Owen, a sports presenter, captured a touching moment when her son Zac set off for his first day of school. Rather than a typical first-day-of-school photo, Owen shared an image that radiated creativity and heartwarming sentiment. In the picture, Zac walks out the door in his school uniform, but it’s his action figures—Hulk, Spiderman, […]

The Cosmos tiny home, designed by Plume, cleverly addresses the challenge of limited space typical of French tiny houses, which are constrained by the country’s strict towing laws. Measuring just 20 feet in length and built on a double-axle trailer, the home maximizes its compact footprint through smart design elements. The exterior is clad in […]

A groundbreaking study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences reveals that Greenland was not always a frozen wasteland. Less than 1 million years ago, the center of Greenland was a green tundra, as indicated by fossilized biological materials discovered in a core sample known as GISP2. These fossils, including Arctic poppy […]

In her latest exhibition, Trust, artist Beth Cavener delves into the theme of trust through intricately crafted animal sculptures that resonate with deep human emotions. Displayed at the Carpenters Workshop Gallery in Los Angeles, her pieces reflect the fractures in modern society caused by political divides and the isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic. Cavener’s clay […]

Patagonia is helping revolutionize California’s farming industry through a $1 million grant, supporting the transition to organic and regenerative farming in Ventura County, an area known for its vast agricultural output. Industrial agriculture in this region has caused significant environmental damage, polluting the soil and groundwater with chemicals and driving away wildlife. In partnership with […]

Danielle and Kreg Jones, a couple with a passion for historic architecture and home renovation, turned a 19th-century schoolhouse into their family home. In 2021, after five years of searching, they found the North Weare Schoolhouse in New Hampshire. The building, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, had a rich history, having served […]

The Kanna cabin, designed by Laure Friès, serves as a serene fishermen’s retreat along the shores of the Marlens’ water body near the Alps. Its triangular design, standing at 4.5 meters tall, allows anglers an optimal vantage point for fishing, all while blending harmoniously with the surrounding natural landscape. Positioned between the Chaise River and […]