Good News Notes: “In college, Eben Bayer grew mushrooms under his dorm room bed. The mechanical engineering student, who had grown up on a Vermont farm, was convinced the fungus was one of nature’s most effective “technologies” and could be used to overhaul the way we make a range of everyday products. Thirteen years later,…
Month: May 2020
Star-studded online party benefits charity that helps homeless youths in DC area & worldwide
Good News Notes: “A star-packed coronavirus concert Monday night, featuring music and celebrities, will raise money and awareness for an international organization that has helped D.C.-area youth for 25 years. Covenant House works in six countries to give housing, food and health care to children and youth facing homelessness in 31 cities now stressed by…
The “Pretty Little Liars” Cast Had a Virtual Reunion for a Good Cause
Good News Notes: “It’s been three years since Pretty Little Liars ended, but the bond between the cast remains as strong as ever — as proven when the stars reunited virtually for a truly epic reunion. On May 15, several of our PLL faves teamed up with Cast4Good, an organization that aims to unite fans with their favorite…
Every Celebrity Celebrating the Graduating Class of 2020
Good News Notes: “Stars are honoring the graduating class of 2020! Amid the Coronavirus pandemic, celebs are teaming up to celebrate students with virtual ceremonies. Miley Cyrus, Oprah Winfrey, Cardi B and more stars have already honored graduates this weekend with performances, speeches and more. On Friday, Cyrus, Winfrey and Cardi joined Jennifer Garner, Lil Nas X, Simone Biles, Awkwafina, and Matthew McConaughey during Facebook and…
Injured, pregnant manatee rescued on Mother’s Day weekend gives birth to healthy calf
Good News Notes: “A pregnant manatee, injured by boat propellers, was rescued over Mother’s Day weekend and has just given birth to a calf. Mote Marine Laboratory says they responded to a call about a distressed manatee near Harbor Towers Yacht and Racquet Club on Siesta Key on Saturday.” View the whole story here: https://www.fox13news.com/news/injured-pregnant-manatee-rescued-on-mothers-day-weekend-gives-birth-to-healthy-calf
Microplastics: what is it and how to prevent it
Good News Notes: “All of us are aware of the plastic pollution we pump into the oceans – from carrier bags to plastic bottles, straws and more. But many of us are contributing to another type of pervasive and hidden pollution, often without realising it. They’re called microplastics. Microplastics are tiny particles invisible to the…
Ravens owner donates $1 million to Maryland Food Bank
Good News Notes: “The owner of the Baltimore Ravens is stepping up to help the citizens of the city his team calls home. The Stephen and Renee Bisciotti Foundation donated $1 million to the Maryland Food Bank in an effort to support those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Maryland Food Bank president and CEO Carmen…
Hello baby: Toronto Zoo welcomes new giraffe, arctic wolf pups
Good News Notes: “The Toronto Zoo may be closed to visitors but the workers have welcomed a new long-legged life into the world. Zoo officials made the baby announcement online that a Masai giraffe was born Tuesday.” “The baby giraffe isn’t the only cute baby animal in the zoo’s spotlight. Monday, the zoo’s arctic wolf…
Coronavirus: Andy Serkis reads entire Hobbit live online for charity
Good News Notes: “British actor Andy Serkis has raised more than £283,000 ($351,000) for charity by reading The Hobbit in full on a live stream. More than 650,000 people worldwide tuned in for the online performance of JRR Tolkien’s 1937 fantasy adventure. Serkis, 56, played the corrupted character Gollum in the big-budget film trilogies Lord…
High-tech devices help NFL teams keep players safe, in shape
Good News Notes: “Darius Leonard works relentlessly at his rural South Carolina home to prepare for another football season. He’s also wary of pushing too hard, knowing a minor injury could become a major setback given the dearth of medical experts in his area. So when in doubt, the Indianapolis Colts star confers with his coaches,…