Good News Notes: “Living a longer, healthier life can start with your diet. You could add up to 13 years to your life if you ate few red and processed meats and more fruits and vegetables, legumes, whole grains and nuts, a recent study revealed. According to the study , the largest gains in longevity were found…
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7 Creative DIY Wine Rack Ideas That Use Upcycled Materials
Good News Notes: “DIY-ing your home decor is not only a fun project, but it also makes for a great conversation piece. You get to show off your creativity and crafting skills while also making something you can enjoy in your home. And now, you can make a DIY wine rack using upcycled materials. Upcycling is the process of…
Can This Sun-Reflecting Fabric Help Fight Climate Change?
Good News Notes: “IN 2020, A graduate student from Zhejiang University in China donned a seemingly plain white vest and sat in the direct sunlight for one hour. A few feet away, researchers monitored his body temperature with infrared cameras and sensors on his skin. Half of the vest was made from ordinary cotton; the other…
The Utah artists and designers building a conscious fashion community through upcycling
Good News Notes: “Smack dab in the middle of the American West and surrounded by snow-capped mountains, Salt Lake City has a history of drawing people in. For many, the Utah city is known as a destination for skiing and winter sports, but in recent years, the arts scene has flourished. “The SLC creative scene is definitely getting bigger and stronger,”…
Painter Uses His Art to Tell His Story of Addiction and Homelessness
Good News Notes: “For Lucas Joel Macauley, art has been a refuge. His life took a turn after seeing a successful career as a tattoo artist and shop owner come crashing down due to addiction. Macauley found himself living on the streets for several years after losing his most important relationships and all of his possessions….
Creativity, kindness, and the butterfly effect
Good News Notes: “Random, mysterious acts of kindness have begun appearing on doorsteps. Tucked into gift bags of wine, notes, and food, there’s always a telltale clue: butterflies. One woman’s gift from a friend gave flight to the movement known as The ROC Butterfly Effect.” View the whole story here: http://13wham.com/news/local/creativity-kindness-and-the-butterfly-effect