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By mimicking a desert-dwelling chameleon, a team reporting in ACS’ Nano Letters has developed an energy-efficient, cost-effective coating. The material could keep buildings cool in the summers — or warm in the winters — without additional energy.
That’s a pretty nifty idea.
The couple says patience, trust and a good sense humor are a few of the staples behind their long-lasting marriage.
Source: Canby couple celebrates 75th wedding anniversary: ‘We were just meant to be together’
Wow. Inspiring.
Danaher and Cepheid announced a 20% price reduction in their life-saving TB tests after a pressure campaign from advocates.
Source: Danaher Lowers Cost of TB Tests After Pressure from John Green, Activists, & Orgs
Great news for so many.
“Every story we heard from the locals, it was just a sad story. You do whatever you can to help them,” Capt. Vince Eckelkamp said.
Well done, sir.
Brian Schwartz started the organization “I want to mow your lawn.”
Source: Jersey Proud: Wayne man’s pandemic lawn-mowing effort becomes nationwide endeavor
Very cool.
To date, Cookies for Kids’ Cancer has funneled over $20 million into lifesaving pediatric oncology research.
Source: The Nonprofit Funding Kids’ Cancer Research Through Cookies
So cool.
A 12-year-old is credited for saving a drowning adult from a pool by using CPR.
Source: 12-year-old saves drowning man, credits CPR learned from ‘Stranger Things’
Todd Helton, a five-time All-Star, is teaming up with the national charity RIP Medical Debt to eliminate medical debt for Colorado residents.
Source: Rockies icon Todd Helton helping relieve $10 million in medical debt for Coloradans
Very cool.
People thought the cat was overheating, said shopper Jeff Simpkins about the resident feline, who is a TikTok star and lives at the store.
Source: Home Depot to customers: ‘Please do not take Leo’s shirt off’
Very cute.
When Victor Shaw discovered that scammers had stolen his dad’s life savings, he held out little hope of a positive outcome. But then a letter arrived from ANZ that left him stunned.
Impressive move by the bank.