Think States Alone Can’t Handle Sea Level Rise? Watch California
The California governor has tasked seven scientists to sift through new projections for sea level rise—and think about what it could mean for the golden state’s coast.
Thirteen Facts About America Conservatives Would Like You to Forget
Conservatives opposed the Founding Fathers, the American Revolution and a lot of other righteous stuff as well.
This Beautiful Anti-Racism Tweet Sparked a Celebration of Diverse Couples
“Every once in a while a human being shares something so beautiful it restores my faith in humanity”
This Grassroots Project Is Out to Cut Food Waste and Feed the Hungry
Food for Thought is redistributing leftover restaurant meals in Pakistan to people in need.
This Shelter Transforms Into a Coat to Protect Refugees
Designers hope to help protect the vulnerable migrants from the elements with a garment that can be refashioned into a temporary dwelling.
This space engine runs on thin air
The thruster devours molecules it plucks from the air.
This startup lets you invest a little money into solving real world problems
This Week's Sky at a Glance, February 17 – 25 – Sky & Telescope
Three billion birds lost
Bird losses over the last 50 years have been devastating for hundreds of species, affecting both backyard songbirds and long-distance migrants. Given these losses, birds need us now more than ever. We can all help, and making a difference is probably easier than you think…
Thriving communities and thriving ecosystems through the bee
Wanjiku Mwangi pours out the golden liquid onto her finger checking the flow and the colour. She puts some on her tongue, tastes and smacks her lips. “Yes, this is good honey,” she says.
