A little over 20 years back, a politician’s slide show about rising temperatures became a game changer. That slide show turned into a film that forced the world to pay attention to global warming. Now, filmmakers are again looking at how stories can push real change. At a recent meeting of creators,
Oak Park isn't just talking about going green—it's throwing a party to show it. The village teamed up with local park leaders to turn Earth Day into a hands-on showcase at the Oak Park Conservatory. Instead of the usual classroom-style learning, residents got to explore real stations run by half a d
In recent years, more scholars have examined how sport can help communities grow and become peaceful. Researchers now publish many reviews that look at whether sports programs meet goals like health, education and equality. These studies cover topics such as teamwork, leadership, or conflict resolut
The journal announced that it has withdrawn a research paper about how the look and feel of boutique hotels influence guests’ plans to return. The original study claimed that both the physical setup and the way information is shared in a hotel’s environment affect customers’ overall image of the pla
Crayfish go by many names across the U. S. , and the labels say a lot about how humans interact with them. Scientists tend to use “crayfish” when studying these crustaceans. Fishermen switch to “crawdad” when using them as bait. But if they’re on a dinner plate, most people call them “crawfish, ” es
Reading welcomed its 36th Earth Day in City Park with a lively mix of learning and fun that showed how the town cares for nature. The city teamed up with a local nonprofit to pull together workshops, music and hands‑on activities that invited everyone from kids to grandparents. The event grew year a
This Saturday, the corner of Staten Island will host a small but meaningful event focused on green living. Unlike typical gatherings, this one encourages people to actually plant, recycle, and learn useful skills they can use at home. From noon to five, neighbors will gather at a local church to swa
Every year, Colorado Mountain College gives its students a big stage to showcase their work on sustainability. This year, their free online conference on April 24 will run from 9 AM to noon, focusing on how local research can help mountain communities tackle environmental challenges. The event isn’t
A designer from Missouri is turning heads in Sonoma this spring by showing that fashion doesn’t have to cost the earth—literally. Cory Infinite, a viral designer known for crafting runway-worthy outfits from junk, will judge the annual Trashion Fashion Runway Show at the Sonoma Community Center on A
The campus of Northern Illinois University buzzed with excitement on Saturday as DeKalb County Earth Fest returned for its third year. The celebration, built through a partnership between DeCarbon DeKalb and the university, aimed to connect people with nature without heavy guilt. The opening keynot
