Masks, gowns, and other personal protective equipment (PPE) are essential for protecting healthcare workers—however, the textiles and materials used in such items can absorb and carry viruses and bacteria, inadvertently spreading the disease the wearer sought to contain. When the…
While many people have been left twiddling their thumbs for the duration of the novel coronavirus shutdowns, this 11-year-old athlete took advantage of his free time spent in quarantine to make skateboarding history. This week, Gui Khury became the first…
This week’s star-studded “Rise Up New York!” virtual telethon hosted by comedic icon Tina Fey helped to raise more than $115 million for New Yorkers whose lives have been dramatically impacted by COVID-19—and the actress could hardly contain her emotions…
Pedestrians all over the world are being encouraged to loosen up on their daily strolls through their neighborhoods by showing off their best silly walks reminiscent of the iconic Monty Python sketch from 1970. Homeowners from Michigan to Ontario have…
150 years ago today, the first competitive game of rugby in New Zealand was played in the City of Nelson between Nelson College and the new Nelson Rugby Football Club. It was a Nelson College old boy, Charles Monro, who…
For many of us, it takes a long time to build good exercise habits, and with gyms closed across the country, many people have seen their exercise routines disappear. A generous gym owner in Illinois anticipated that, and did his…
This remarkable video shows a once in a lifetime moment for a lucky whale watcher—petting a wild baby grey. Sofia Isaac recorded the touching moment that an inquisitive calf swam up to her boat to say ‘hello’. A passenger reached…
The private sector, though affected by worldwide closures of brick-and-mortar locations, is still coming out strong to reward healthcare and frontline workers across America and across the world. Many corporations recognize that nurses, doctors, and other hospital staff like custodians,…
While countries were still in lockdown and most places were closed, these parents decided to go the extra mile to make their daughter’s second birthday special. With a lot of imagination, and help from a close friend, they recreated a…
Animals are changing their habits as we change ours. The COVID-19 pandemic has spurred many of us to adopt habits that help us cope with the new reality. Meanwhile, on the empty streets of Rome, the city’s feathery sky divers…
