Inspiring
March 22, 2024

29-Year-Old Becomes First American Woman To Complete Solo Sailing Race Around the World

As Franklin D. Roosevelt once said, “a smooth sea never made a skilled sailor.” This certainly applies to New York-born competitive sailor Cole Brauer, the first American woman to competitively sail solo around the world. Her even keel personality and highly informed knowledge of the sport are the perfect recipe for success, as Brauer serves as a pillar in this industry.

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Design
March 21, 2024

Dirt Bike With Saw Blade Wheels Seamlessly Drives Across Frozen Lake

Driving over frozen bodies of water are always impressive feats, due to the skill and care needed to cross ice. In cold conditions, people have also gotten good at switching out their tires to match the frozen ground. But recently, a YouTube channel decided to swap out their dirt bike tires for an unusual replacement—saw blades. CboysTV is a popular YouTube channel with approximately 3.25 million subscribers.

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Environment
March 21, 2024

Abandoned Golf Courses Are Being Reclaimed by Nature Thanks to Conservation Groups

There are approximately 15,500 golf courses located in the United States, and they tend to have negative effects on the environment. Between land being cleared for the fairway and the excessive amount of water and pesticides needed to keep the grass looking green and lush, it is no surprise that golf courses have come under increasing scrutiny from environmental agencies and activists in recent years.

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Environment
March 20, 2024

New Research Shows Artificially Restored Coral Reefs Can Grow as Fast as Healthy Reefs

Coral reefs are a key element of ocean ecosystems. They provide food and shelter for sea creatures, and they also protect coastlines from storms and erosion. In an effort to restore degraded reefs, the Mars Coral Reef Restoration Programme has transplanted coral fragments onto a network of interconnected “Reef Stars” (sand-coated steel frames). Now, new research shows that these restored reefs can grow as fast as healthy reefs after just four years.

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