Mashable: Google released an outstanding feature for Maps – Pedestrian routes which detail elevation changes.

What a terrific app! People who are reluctant to hike or take a long walk will be able to chart Continue reading →

The Guardian: Stephen Hawking says “The NHS saved me. As a scientist, I must help to save it.”

Bravo Hawking for speaking up to improve your country and our planet! Stephen Hawking gives a talk in Berkeley, California. Continue reading →

Tree Hugger: 7 reasons mosquitoes bite some people more than others

1. Apparel As mentioned above, mosquitoes actually use their eyes to target victims. Wearing dark colors (navy, black) and red Continue reading →

ABC: Dr. Skip Rizzo: USC virtual-reality program helps vets with PTSD – 80% success.

Skip Rizzo is amazing – heard him lecture at SB’s Cottage Hospital 2 yrs ago!  Great program for vets. AND Continue reading →

The Guardian: EU moves to restrict BPA – hormone-disrupting chemical found in plastics.

BPA free at last! Fantastic! This is why I switched to glass bowls and water bottles! Did you know that Continue reading →

Ecofacts: Want to reduce carbon? Let’s start by reducing Food Waste

Thank you Barbara Hirsch for great research and inspiring articles! Ecofacts V.12 n.220 Drawdown 4 A review of Drawdown‘s solutions Continue reading →

Huffington Post: Turning Point’s hospital intervention program – big impact on gun violence.

This program is for victims of gun violence. GREAT program at Temple Hospital’s dept of Surgery. They educate their victims Continue reading →

The Guardian: Sustainable Farming

This is amazing – how to grow produce in a cold climate – in FREIGHT CONTAINERS! Is Boston the next Continue reading →