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A Massachusetts furniture store is putting $50 million on the line in a bold promotion tied to UConn basketball. If both Huskies teams reach the championship games and lose, customers get their furniture for free.
Ryan O'Hearn practiced a between-the-legs glove flip every single day for seven months. When the moment arrived in a crucial game against the Royals, muscle memory kicked in and he nailed it.
A Mexican architect is transforming everyday objects like breakfast cereal and tree-lined walks into joyful furniture that's landing in luxury stores from Paris to Milan. Her pandemic-born studio proves design can be both playful and purposeful.
An Ahmedabad designer is transforming trash into treasure, crafting beautiful furniture from fallen trees, manhole covers, and discarded waste. His sustainable studio proves that waste can become art with creativity and heart.
After years of practice, Chicago Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner finally pulled off a perfect no-look, between-the-legs throw to first base during Saturday's game. The jaw-dropping play shows what happens when creativity meets dedication.
New South Wales just launched its first Cultural Fire Strategy to remove red tape blocking Aboriginal communities from using ancient burning practices that protect forests and prevent catastrophic wildfires. After years of devastating bushfires, the government is finally clearing the path for Indigenous knowledge to heal the land.
Fifteen Thai furniture companies are wowing international audiences at Milan's premier design show, proving that ancient craftsmanship and modern innovation make beautiful partners. Brands like Deesawat and Kenkoon are putting Thailand on the global design map with stunning pieces that honor tradition while embracing the future.
Indigenous communities worldwide are protecting forests and storing carbon through traditional practices like sacred land preservation and sustainable harvesting. New research proves their success comes from cultural stewardship, not remoteness.
Three designers in Delhi have transformed 500 kg of pharmaceutical waste into beautiful fabric for eco-friendly furniture. Their collection proves that tomorrow's design can be built from yesterday's trash.
A Nigerian community has abolished the "Money Woman" tradition that forced girls into marriage to pay off family debts, freeing 57 women and introducing new protections. Traditional leaders worked with civil society groups to end the decades-old practice and create a pathway for survivors to rebuild their lives.
Two Indian brothers quit their corporate jobs during lockdown to tackle plastic waste in their hometown. Their company Minus Degre has now recycled 300 tons of plastic into stylish furniture for Adidas, government buildings, and thousands of customers.
Three years after Franco Cozzo's death, his four daughters have reopened their father's beloved Brunswick furniture store, keeping alive a Melbourne cultural icon that defined migrant success for generations. The Sicilian baroque showroom is drawing customers old and new, proving the beloved businessman's legacy extends far beyond furniture.
Two Indian brothers are transforming electronic waste into stylish furniture now used by millions of travelers at Noida International Airport. Their innovation has already kept 12 tonnes of plastic out of landfills.
A simple daily spiritual routine combining breathwork, grounding, and mindfulness can break the cycle of overthinking and anxiety in just 10 minutes. These ancient practices help reconnect your mind to the present moment when fear pulls you into the future.
A pediatrician explains how simple mindfulness habits help people stay grounded during chaotic moments and create positive ripple effects in their communities. The practice that starts with self-care ends up benefiting everyone around us.
A family-run furniture company in Japan's Hida region is preserving ancient woodworking techniques while training the next generation of master craftsmen. Their secret? A school that teaches both traditional hand tools and modern methods.
Kenya is transforming education by shifting from high-stakes testing to continuous assessment through projects, practicals, and digital tools. The proposed reform recognizes that true learning means being able to create and apply knowledge, not just memorize facts.
A former Mormon turned secular Buddhism teacher shares two simple mindfulness techniques that help thousands manage everyday stress without requiring spiritual beliefs. His practical approach offers instant relief from anxiety by changing how we relate to our emotions.
When critics called it "disgusting" to let cats on furniture, Kentucky veterinarian Dr. Matt McGlasson delivered a hilarious 11.8 million-view response that has cat owners everywhere feeling seen. His message is simple: cats deserve to call our homes their homes too.
Eight EU nations have already banned harmful conversion practices targeting LGBTIQ+ people, and now the European Commission is calling on the remaining 19 countries to follow their lead. Nearly a quarter of LGBTIQ+ citizens in the EU have faced these debunked treatments, but momentum is building toward ending them for good.
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