The research was supported in part by donations from the Ice Bucket Challenge.
Source: New treatment may help slow progression of ALS, research shows
Great to hear that particular meme might be paying off!
High school students create music program for underprivileged kids during the pandemic – 6abc Philadelphia
A music program started by two high school students is providing much need support to underprivileged youth during the pandemic. They host virtual music lessons with a focus on emotional wellness.
Great idea!
Unable to open its concert hall, New York Philharmonic brings its music to the streets – CNN
Borda’s solution, for now, is the rented Ford pickup, which made its debut on Friday. Dubbed the “Bandwagon,” it travels New York’s five boroughs each weekend with a sound system, support staff and a handful of musicians in tow. If the people can’t come to Lincoln Center, Borda figured, bring the music to the people.
Source: Unable to open its concert hall, New York Philharmonic brings its music to the streets – CNN
I love this.
Honeybee venom kills breast cancer cells – Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research
Honeybee venom induces cancer cell death in hard to treat triple-negative breast cancer with minimal effect on healthy cells.
Source: Honeybee venom kills breast cancer cells – Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research
Looks legit, and if accurate, very exciting.
Dave Grohl Accepts 10-Year-Old Drummer’s Virtual Drum-Off Challenge – Rolling Stone
Dave Grohl continues to spend the pandemic virtually jamming with fans as the Foo Fighters frontman accepted a drum challenge issued by a 10-year-old British girl.
Source: Dave Grohl Accepts 10-Year-Old Drummer’s Virtual Drum-Off Challenge – Rolling Stone
Pretty cute. Made me smile.
Painting wind turbine blades black can reduce bird deaths 70% – Fast Company
… as birds struggle with the impacts of climate change, anything to help reduce unnecessary deaths is critical. On wind farms, the fix could be as simple as paint.
Source: Painting wind turbine blades black can reduce bird deaths 70% – Fast Company
I love simple solutions.
Amazon Driver Saves Dog From Drowning In Woburn Pool – WBZ
“I happened to be in the right moment at the right time. I would repeat the same actions over and over if I had to,” Cassabria said.
Source: Amazon Driver Saves Dog From Drowning In Woburn Pool – WBZ
Regardless of how the dog got there (we don’t really know, and mistakes do happen), excellent work by that driver!
This 10-year-old Girl Has Sent 1,500 Art Kits to Children in Foster Care and Shelters During Coronavirus Lockdown – Good News Shared
After the outbreak of Covid-19 and schools had to close, Chelsea began to send art kits to kids in foster care and homeless shelters to give them something uplifting to do when they’re feeling down. So far, Chelsea and her family have already sent an incredible 1,500 kits.
Source: This 10-year-old Girl Has Sent 1,500 Art Kits to Children in Foster Care and Shelters During Coronavirus Lockdown – Good News Shared
Well done!
Honey May Be Best for Treating Coughs and Colds, Study Finds – EcoWatch
Worried about the overuse of antibiotics and the emerging trend of bacteria-resistant drugs, researchers recommend that honey should be tried first to treat upper respiratory tract infections (URTIs), according to a new review published by Oxford doctors in BMJ Evidence-Based Medicine. URTIs commonly include sore throat, congestion and coughing.
Source: Honey May Be Best for Treating Coughs and Colds, Study Finds – EcoWatch
Sweet!
A firefighter’s best friend provides therapy to those battling wildfires – SFGate
For Kerith, supporting her firefighter friends was the least she could do as they battle the Woodward Fire.
Source: A firefighter’s best friend provides therapy to those battling wildfires – SFGate
Very cool.