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Marie Lora-Mungai just published a handbook teaching African artists how to turn their talent into sustainable income. "Creative Cash Flow" tackles the business side of creativity that art schools rarely cover.
Thirty students in coastal Bangladesh are tackling local climate challenges with creative solutions and peacebuilding skills. Their workshop shows how youth leadership and cooperation can build resilient communities facing climate threats.
Popular destinations from Amsterdam to Barcelona are finding innovative ways to manage tourist crowds while protecting locals and their communities. These cities are proving you can welcome visitors without sacrificing quality of life.
Creative health scientist Katina Bajaj says adults are stuck in a "play deprivation crisis," trading fun for endless optimization. Her TED talk makes the case that play isn't frivolous—it's a survival skill that boosts creativity and resilience.
A South African organization is celebrating creativity as a pathway to freedom by connecting World Creativity and Innovation Day with the nation's Freedom Day. The initiative aims to position African innovation as a global force for transformation.
Artists worldwide can now win up to €2,000 by turning climate solutions into powerful illustrations and animations. The 2026 Art on Climate competition invites creators from every country to showcase how visual storytelling can inspire environmental action.
A creativity expert says we're entering the "Imagination Era" where human curiosity and wonder matter more than ever. Leaders are learning to treat AI as a creative partner, not a replacement for human thinking.
Renters make up one-third of U.S. households but often miss out on energy-saving upgrades because landlords pay for improvements while tenants pay the bills. Now cities are getting creative with solutions that work for everyone.
A Reddit thread reveals the ingenious and sometimes extreme ways people stretched every dollar during their financially toughest times. These stories showcase human resilience and creativity when bank accounts hit zero.
Creativity isn't a rare gift reserved for the lucky few. Adobe's Executive Creative Director reveals how any organization can build a culture where everyone's ideas matter.
Cities across Europe are responding to record temperatures with an inspiring wave of community solutions, from free cinema tickets to neighborhood cooling refuges. What could have been a crisis story became a testament to creative problem-solving and looking out for neighbors.
Oscar-winning actor Riz Ahmed has a simple creative philosophy that's guiding his latest role as arts curator: ask yourself if your work stretches both you and culture. His approach invites all creatives to surrender their ego and tap into something bigger than themselves.
After devastating hailstorms destroyed crops across Rwanda, farmers and local leaders are teaming up with creative drying systems and erosion controls to protect future harvests. Their grassroots solutions are turning climate challenges into community innovation.
The Better India launches "Solved in India," a YouTube series spotlighting local communities tackling problems once thought unsolvable. Each episode reveals working solutions from across the country that could inspire nationwide change.
Two entrepreneurs have proven that creativity isn't a rare talent but a muscle anyone can strengthen in just five minutes a day. Their new approach treats creative practice like brushing your teeth—simple, regular, and transformative for your wellbeing.
Mongabay, a global environmental news outlet, just created a dedicated Solutions Desk to spotlight what's actually working to save the planet. The team will rigorously investigate and share real-world conservation wins so readers can find hope and replicate success.
Scientists discover the same scattered attention that makes ADHD challenging could also fuel creativity by helping brains explore unexpected connections. Creative activities like art and music might one day help manage ADHD symptoms naturally.
The world's largest creativity study pitted 100,000 people against top AI models like ChatGPT and Claude. While AI beat the average, the most creative humans far outperformed the machines.
A woman's botched "wolf cut" hairstyle got rescued by her sister's clever styling, turning a beauty disaster into a look that perfectly matches her fun personality. The viral TikTok journey reminded millions that with a little creativity and support, even our worst moments can become wins.
Scientists and policymakers from across India gathered in Kashmir for a four-day conference focused on protecting the Himalayas through nature-based climate solutions. The event brought fresh hope for one of the world's most climate-vulnerable mountain regions.
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