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New research reveals that framing environmental actions positively—like "eat more plants" instead of "eat less meat"—makes people significantly more likely to act and feel happier about it. The simple messaging shift could transform how we talk about climate solutions.
Scientists have discovered that how you feel about getting older can actually change how long you live. People with positive attitudes about aging live an average of 7.5 years longer than those with negative views.
Young activists in Bangladesh successfully pushed for democratic change, leading to new leadership possibilities after years of political stagnation. Their movement now positions them as key voices in shaping the country's next government.
The Netherlands' leading dictionary is adding a new, stigma-free word for labia after women's rights groups campaigned to replace terminology that literally translates to "shame lips." The change marks a major win for body positivity and how we talk about women's bodies.
Indigenous knowledge-holders in New Zealand partnered with scientists to track dramatic shifts in forest fruiting patterns over 75 years, revealing how climate change ripples through entire ecosystems. Their work shows how traditional ecological wisdom can illuminate environmental changes that conventional science might miss.
Boulder, Colorado just released an ambitious climate roadmap targeting 70% emission cuts by 2030 and a carbon-positive city by 2040. The plan prioritizes affordability, health, and protecting neighborhoods most vulnerable to climate change.
Femi Babs has built a career making millions laugh while delivering messages of purpose and hope. The popular content creator reveals how he balances comedy with his calling to inspire positive change across Nigeria.
Sustainable fashion company Reformation announced an ambitious "climate positive" goal in 2019, aiming to give back more to the planet than it takes. The move came after landmark climate reports pushed the company to rethink its entire environmental strategy.
A groundbreaking WHO study reveals that nearly 4 in 10 cancer cases worldwide could be prevented by addressing just three major risk factors. The research offers hope that 7.1 million annual cancer diagnoses are avoidable through changes people can control.
When the Taliban retook Afghanistan in 2021, education activist Malala Yousafzai watched years of progress vanish overnight. Her response to that heartbreak reveals a more powerful way to create lasting change.
For the first time ever, nearly a third of Oscar-nominated films acknowledge climate change in their stories. Five films passed the "Climate Bechdel Test" by showing climate impacts and having characters recognize them.
A breast cancer survivor is sharing her healing journey to give others hope. Emily Hester recently appeared on KARK 4 News to talk about her successful treatment for triple-positive breast cancer at CARTI.
Researchers at the University of Lincoln discovered how to help soil naturally adapt to increasing salt levels caused by climate change. This breakthrough could protect crop yields in regions facing rising salinity without adding chemicals or new organisms.
One man skipped an elevator ride and found a $50,000 lottery ticket. Another checked on his wife one more time and saved her life. These Reddit users prove that 10-second decisions can change everything.
A new multimedia series showcases how communities worldwide are solving environmental crises using local knowledge and practical action. From Mexico City's floating farms to Thailand's giant fishing nets, people are adapting to climate change their own way.
A new study of 11,000 seniors found that 45% improved their mental and physical health over a decade, with positive attitudes being the key factor. Atlanta's free Primetime Seniors program shows how staying active and optimistic keeps participants thriving in their 60s, 70s, and 80s.
Electric vehicle batteries have improved so dramatically in recent years that they'll easily withstand the extra heat from climate change. The newest batteries lose just 10% of their lifespan in a warmer world, compared to 30% for older models.
Five universities across Africa are teaming up to train the next generation of agroforestry experts, combining trees with crops to fight climate change while helping farmers thrive. This four-year project will train 54 students and researchers in a farming method that could cut millions of tons of carbon emissions.
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Researchers studying 17th-century whaler graves in the Arctic made a surprising discovery that's spurring urgent action to preserve history. Their work reveals how climate change is threatening to erase centuries of cultural heritage before it can be documented.
A kindergartner's dream came true, and now Jessica Fujii studies how California's 3,000 sea otters are keeping coastal ecosystems healthy enough to withstand climate change. By munching through a quarter of their body weight daily in sea urchins and crabs, these furry predators are preserving kelp forests that protect shorelines from warming oceans and stronger storms.
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