Animals
February 12, 2025

Beavers Build Dam and Save Officials $1.2M in Construction Costs in the Czech Republic

Bureaucracy has a way of delaying projects, often demanding approval for planning, funding, and permits. In the Czech Republic, an unexpected source circumvented this red tape. For seven years, the Czech government had plans to build a new dam in the Brdy region and, though successfully securing necessary funds, the project stalled as authorities struggled to obtain building permits. Efforts ground to a halt, until beavers took matters into their own paws.

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Entertainment
February 11, 2025

Charli xcx and Noah Kahan Join Chappell Roan and Pledge $25,000 Each To Help Struggling Artists

Ever since her meteoric rise to fame, singer Chappell Roan has used her platform to voice her beliefs, many of which have to do with the well-being of her fellow performers. From calling out “creepy” fan behavior to crediting drag queens as one of her main inspirations, she has remained consistent in her support of creatives.

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Art History
February 11, 2025

This App Shares a Work of Art and the Story Behind It Every Day

Not everyone can find the time to implement art throughout their everyday lives. Art historian Zuzanna Stanska wants to change that. In 2012, Stanska conceived of DailyArt, a mobile app dedicated to bringing art directly to people’s fingertips. Each day, the app showcases one piece of fine art alongside a short story about it, offering insight into its cultural relevance and impact upon the art historical canon.

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Environment
February 10, 2025

Wind Energy Provided Nearly One-Third of Ireland’s Electricity in 2024

Wind farms are essential in the fight against climate change and the push for a greener future. While many countries are embracing this sustainable technology, Ireland is leading the charge, with its wind farms generating 32% of the nation’s electricity. This milestone was announced on January 9, 2025, in Wind Energy Ireland’s annual report, revealing that Ireland has surpassed 5,000 MW of onshore wind energy for the first time.

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