Silent, soggy, and essential, bogs may be one of our most powerful climate allies. When thinking about carbon capture and natural solutions to the climate crisis, most people immediately picture lush forests or vast ocean systems. Yet one of the most powerful, and often overlooked, carbon sinks on Earth lies in the waterlogged, squelchy grounds […]
International Chess Day celebrates a game that continues to connect millions of people across the globe. Every year on July 20, chess enthusiasts around the world celebrate International Chess Day, a tribute to one of humanity’s oldest and most beloved strategy games. The date marks the founding of the International Chess Federation (FIDE) on July […]
Singing could be one of the simplest and most enjoyable ways to boost your physical, mental, and emotional well-being. You don’t need the voice of a superstar to enjoy the remarkable health benefits of singing. A growing body of research shows that singing engages almost every part of the body, from your lungs and heart […]
African architects are creating comfortable, low-carbon buildings that offer valuable lessons for a warming world. As temperatures continue to rise, architects across Africa are showing that staying cool doesn’t always require energy-hungry air conditioning. By combining centuries-old building traditions with modern engineering, they are creating climate-responsive architecture – buildings designed to work with nature rather […]
In some of the world’s most challenging legal systems, one lawyer is proving that justice can cross every border. A Lawyer Who Refuses to Give Up Some people see the law as a collection of rules. Kimberley Motley sees it as a powerful tool for protecting people who might otherwise have no voice. An American […]
“Small, consistent steps can lead to extraordinary change. It’s not about perfection – it’s about pushing through, even when the process feels hard.”
MINA GULI
Mina Guli’s 2,000-mile Colorado River challenge is turning global attention toward one of humanity’s most urgent challenges: water. She’s at it again – another unfathomable exploit. Mina Guli is running 2,000 miles (±3,218 km) down the entire Colorado River as part of her life’s quest to help solve one of the world’s most urgent issues: […]
A global celebration of light, culture, community, and our shared connection to the natural world Every year on June 21, people around the world celebrate a special moment in Earth’s journey around the Sun: the solstice. Since 2019, the United Nations has officially recognized this occasion as the International Day of the Celebration of the […]
Drought-defying plants could transform agriculture and food security in a changing climate. As the world faces intensifying climate challenges, from prolonged droughts to erratic rainfall patterns, scientists and policymakers are increasingly turning to nature-based solutions. Among the most fascinating of these are resurrection plants, a group of flora that can survive extreme dehydration and come […]
Across history, immigrants have brought new perspectives, transformed societies, and sparked innovation. They have contributed to making the world a better place. These visionaries have defied borders and barriers to shape science, culture, justice, and other areas of human endeavor. The following men and women illustrate the transformative power of migration, a story not of […]
