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Sharon Camp Survived Illegal Abortion, Made Plan B Possible
Community Heroes3h ago

Sharon Camp Survived Illegal Abortion, Made Plan B Possible

After nearly dying from an illegal abortion, Sharon Camp spent five decades revolutionizing reproductive healthcare and bringing emergency contraception to millions. Her legacy includes founding the company that developed Plan B and authoring over 70 publications on reproductive justice.

Good Good Good2 min read
Bolton Bids to Host England's First Ryder Cup in 30 Years
Global NewsMar 18

Bolton Bids to Host England's First Ryder Cup in 30 Years

Bolton is making a serious play to bring golf's legendary Ryder Cup back to England for the first time since 2002, with a £70 million infrastructure plan backing the ambitious bid. If successful, the 2035 tournament at a brand-new course in Hulton Park could be the biggest Ryder Cup ever held.

BBC Sport2 min read
Ontario Teachers' Pension Launches First Indigenous Action Plan
SolutionsMar 11

Ontario Teachers' Pension Launches First Indigenous Action Plan

Canada's Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan became the first Canadian pension fund to create an Indigenous Action Plan, setting 17 commitments to support reconciliation through hiring, education, and community partnerships. Twenty-six Indigenous employers now participate in the pension plan, with new training programs and community spaces opening doors for thousands.

Google News - Reconciliation2 min read
Ethiopia Launches Bold Plan to Transform Food System
SolutionsMar 7

Ethiopia Launches Bold Plan to Transform Food System

Ethiopia just unveiled three groundbreaking strategies to revolutionize its agriculture, tackle climate change, and feed its people sustainably for the next 15 years. The coordinated national plan brings together farmers, researchers, and global partners to create resilient food systems that work with nature instead of against it.

Regional: ethiopia development (ET)2 min read
MIT AI Gives Scientists Complete Picture of Cell Health
InnovationFeb 25

MIT AI Gives Scientists Complete Picture of Cell Health

Researchers at MIT and Harvard created an AI tool that shows scientists everything happening inside cells at once, making it easier to understand diseases like cancer and Alzheimer's. The breakthrough could help doctors plan better treatments by revealing how different parts of cells work together. #

MIT News3 min read
Remove Your Home Photos from Zillow in 10 Minutes
SolutionsFeb 18

Remove Your Home Photos from Zillow in 10 Minutes

Former listing photos on Zillow and other real estate sites are helping criminals plan break-ins, but homeowners can delete them in just minutes. A simple 10-minute process can protect your home from would-be burglars who are using these photos to study layouts, entry points, and security systems.

Fox News Tech2 min read
Australian Monsoon Research Helps Communities Plan Better
Planet WinsJan 29

Australian Monsoon Research Helps Communities Plan Better

Scientists just figured out why Australia's 2024-2025 monsoon arrived a record-breaking five weeks late. Their findings will help communities prepare more accurately for future wet seasons.

Phys.org - Earth2 min read