Inspiring

October 12, 2022

7 Ways Country Legend Dolly Parton Quietly Gives Back to Make the World a Better Place

Dolly Parton is an undisputed legend for her contributions to music. Not only has she sold over 130 million records internationally and written over 3,000 songs, but she holds several Guinness World Records for having the most singles on the country charts. However, there is another side to the country singer that more and more people are just now discovering.

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October 7, 2022

World’s Whitest White Paint Now Thin Enough to Use on Cars to Better Combat Global Warming

You might have heard about engineers and artists working for years to create the world’s blackest black, but what about the other end of the spectrum? In October 2020, a team at Purdue University’s School of Mechanical Engineering created the world’s whitest white paint, capable of reflecting 95.5% of all light that hits it.

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October 4, 2022

Young Person Pays It Forward by Taking 100-Year-Old Veteran on a Free Trip to Disneyland

The world could always use more kindness. Isaiah Garza—a jewelry designer, philanthropist, and social media influencer—makes it their mission to help those in need. As someone who once struggled with homelessness, they understand the importance of the basic necessities. Their latest act of kindness has captured the hearts of millions.

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September 30, 2022

Alzheimer’s Drug Shown To Slow Down Disease by Nearly 30% In Clinical Trial

Alzheimer’s disease is a devasting neurological disorder that affects memory, thinking, and behavior for which there is no cure. However, there is some encouraging news for those with Alzheimer’s and their families. Pharmaceutical companies Eisai and Biogen have worked together to create lecanemab, a drug that has been designed to slow cognitive decline in people with dementia and Alzheimer’s.

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.