Good News Notes: “A street in downtown L.A. will soon be repaved, but the road won’t be quite the standard asphalt road we’re used to. Instead, it will be covered with a material made, in part, from recycled plastic bottles.” “The plastic is a key in a new process for street paving: For the first…
Month: October 2019
Upcycling polyethylene plastic waste into lubricant oils | EurekAlert! Science News
Good News Notes: “Plastics pervade almost every aspect of modern life, but once they have served their purpose, it’s tough to get rid of them. That’s because the polymers degrade very slowly in landfills or the environment, and recycling is inefficient.” “Now researchers reporting in ACS Central Science have developed a catalyst that can transform…
How did Golden Retriever give birth to green puppy, What is rare condition that caused it?
Good News Notes: “A GOLDEN RETRIEVER has given birth to a puppy with green fur, baffling its owner – but how did a Golden Retriever give birth to a green puppy?” “The green fur comes from a bile pigment called biliverdin, which is found in the placenta of dogs.” “The green hair will grow out…
This 11-year-old Cleveland girl is giving back and the universe is reciprocating
Good News Notes: “11-year-old Logan Williams is wise beyond her years, she juggles her studies alongside philanthropy.” “She’s currently highlighted in an exhibit at the Cleveland History Exhibit in a collaboration called:“The Soul of Philanthropy: Celebrate Those Who Give Black.” “Last year she came up with the bright idea to give back to Cleveland’s homeless for…
Clinton-Dix giving back to Chicago community
Good News Notes: “Clinton-Dix, who has scored the Bears’ only defensive touchdown so far this season, hosted his first fundraising event in the Chicago area Monday night at Dave & Buster’s in Vernon Hills. “An Evening of Fun & Games with Ha Ha Clinton-Dix” supported the Ha Ha’s HERO Foundation. “ “Attendees enjoyed a night…
Naples couple celebrates their birthdays by giving back
Good News Notes: “Daniel Melvin may be singing the traditional “Happy Birthday” song, but he and his wife Barbara celebrate their birthdays together in a special way.” “As they make their way into the Hilton Naples ballroom, this is where the Naples couple will host their sixth “Party with a Purpose” Thursday night.” ““This year…
This Company Is Giving Nurses Free Flights to the Caribbean
Good News Notes: “If you’re a worn-out nurse wishing someone would prescribe you an island vacation STAT, well, you’re in luck. CheapCaribbean is sending fifty nurses — and their plus-ones — on free flights to the tropical destination of their choice.” “Nurses are among the most overworked and underpaid professionals on the planet. In America, newly licensed nurses…
Rock climber’s act of kindness helped transform rural Utah community
Good News Notes: Rock climbers started finding some great spots near a traditional, quiet small town. The presence of the climbers made residents uneasy and unsure about what culture and attitudes they brought with them. A kind gesture by one of the climbers led to a wary cooperation. An idea for a festival to celebrate…
Homeless people find friends, ease stress in tai chi class
Good News Notes: “On a quiet morning outside a library in Salt Lake City, about 70 people are kicking and slicing at the air as they practice the ancient martial art of tai chi.” “This isn’t a well-trained class of health enthusiasts wearing new tennis shoes and expensive leggings. Many participants are homeless.” “This isn’t…
FREE admission to N.C. State Fair with canned food donation this Thursday
Good News Notes: “The annual Food Lion Hunger Relief Day at the N.C. State Fair is this Thursday, October 24 and you’ll get FREE admission to the fair when you donate 6 cans of food!” “The donated food will go to The Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina. They will distribute the cans…