Scientists have designed and successfully transplanted a 3D-printed windpipe for the first time. Read here to find out more.
Source: Woman given a new 3D-printed windpipe in a world-first | BBC Science Focus Magazine
Very cool.
Need a laptop? This retiree refurbishes laptops, gives them away to those in need
Craig Clark is a good neighbor to have. After he retired from managing a chain of convenience stores, he became a computer technician. That’s when he got the idea to provide laptops for those who couldn’t afford them.
Source: Need a laptop? This retiree refurbishes laptops, gives them away to those in need
As you might expect, I love this!
Yukon First Nation uses holograms to preserve the knowledge of elders
‘When I leave to the spirit world, I’m going to leave my knowledge behind on that machine’
Source: Yukon First Nation uses holograms to preserve the knowledge of elders
Cool use of the tech.
New California law bans loud ads on streaming services for ‘peace and quiet’
Legislation was written by lawmaker whose aide had complained about ad breaks startling his newborn daughter
Source: New California law bans loud ads on streaming services for ‘peace and quiet’
Yes, please! Good news indeed.
3 baby otters born at Virginia Zoo
The three males are the first ever Asian small-clawed otter pups at the Virginia Zoo. They were born on August 25 to parents Jilin and Elbe.
Source: 3 baby otters born at Virginia Zoo
Who doesn’t live baby otters?!
When food banks need bread, 900 home bakers answer the call
A Seattle-area nonprofit group called Community Loaves donates home-baked bread and cookies to food banks in four states.
Source: When food banks need bread, 900 home bakers answer the call
I know someone who does this … it’s REALLY good bread, too!
Scientists turn streetlights into EV charging stations in bold move
Discover the innovative use of streetlights for EV charging, offering a practical alternative to traditional stations.
Source: Scientists turn streetlights into EV charging stations in bold move
Cool idea.
Common fruit found to boost babies’ immune systems
The clinical trial also showed that early consumption may ease allergy symptoms and benefit long-term health.
Source: Common fruit found to boost babies’ immune systems
That’s kinda cool.
DOLPHIN AI uncovers hundreds of invisible cancer markers
A new AI tool called DOLPHIN exposes hidden genetic markers inside single cells, enabling earlier detection and more precise treatment choices. It also sets the stage for building virtual models of cells to simulate disease and drug responses.
Source: DOLPHIN AI uncovers hundreds of invisible cancer markers
Very cool.
‘A very brave dog’: Alberta Doberman honoured for saving owner from grizzly bear
A Cochrane, Alta., man’s 10-year-old Doberman has been inducted into the Purina Animal Hall of Fame after saving him from a charging grizzly bear last spring.
Source: ‘A very brave dog’: Alberta Doberman honoured for saving owner from grizzly bear
Well done!