Creative Products
November 20, 2024

Innovative Tent Inflates in Under Two Minutes and Offers Perfect Solution To Camping Hassles

According to Statistica, more than 50 million U.S. Americans went camping in 2023, and over twice as many people camped in tents rather than RVs. Despite their evident popularity, tents can also be a challenge to build, demanding time that could otherwise be spent enjoying the outdoors. A new inflatable tent seeks to address this problem, minimizing the potential hassles of camping.

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Inspiring
November 20, 2024

Māori Lawmakers Perform Powerful Haka to Protest NZ Parliament Bill That Redefines Indigenous Rights

A moment of defiance took place at the New Zealand Parliament, and quickly made headlines around the world. Māori lawmaker Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke performed a haka to protest a controversial bill that seeks to reinterpret the Treaty of Waitangi, a 184-year-old founding document of New Zealand. The project has sparked worries among Indigenous communities for what it could mean for their rights.

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Dogs
November 19, 2024

Photographer Travels the World to Document Dogs in Their Native Lands

Pet photographer Craig Turner-Bullock has merged his love for travel and dogs with a clever project. Dogs of the World sees the New Zealand-based photographer documenting different dog breeds in their homelands. What started as a coincidence while traveling has now transformed into visits to 20 countries, over 50 cities, images of 60 beloved dog breeds, and, now, a book.

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Good News
November 18, 2024

Dolly Parton Invests $4.5 Million to Kickstart Nashville’s Early Literacy Initiative

Dolly Parton is more than just a music legend—she’s a dedicated philanthropist with a passion for giving back. One cause especially close to her heart is early childhood literacy. Through her Dollywood Foundation, which oversees the renowned Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, she’s now supporting Nashville’s youngest learners with a $4.5 million investment. The generous donation will be used to launch the Nashville Public Library’s new early literacy initiative, Begin Bright.

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