
Ranked: These are the top 10 best U.S. cities for public transportation
Only three of the top 10 transit systems are in the nation's top 10 most populous cities. Good transit spans the country.
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The power of poop: Detroit's method for early disease detection is saving lives and inspiring other cities
Wastewater surveillance hit the big time during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, when officials started using this technique to monitor local virus levels.
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12 Ways to Celebrate Disability Pride Month
July is Disability Pride Month — a time for all disabled people to unapologetically celebrate our bodies as they are. Whether you are disabled or an ally, Disability Pride Month is full of so much to celebrate.
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How To Keep Your Dog Calm During Fireworks on the 4th of July
The Fourth of July can be a miserable day for dogs. The fireworks make scaredy-cats out of many canines. But there are six ways you can help
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Size matters: How massive protected areas are the best solution to ensure the survival of endangered wildlife
From the 1970s through 2020, the annual rate of protected area creation on land increased, but these areas’ average size have decreased.
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51 Most Powerful Refugee Quotes for World Refugee Day
These quotes serve as a stark reminder of our shared responsibility to protect and support refugees.
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15 Ideas To Celebrate World Refugee Day
June 20th is World Refugee Day! We’ve gathered a list of ideas to help you celebrate, support, and learn from the global refugee community.
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How 17th century refugees used the printing press to fight their oppressors — and laid the foundations of modern humanitarianism
Oppressed minorities in Europe found the printing press to be a powerful ally in putting the spotlight on their agony — and it mirrors the work of humanitarians and activists today.
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The essential guide to picking the best EV charging app: 'Say goodbye to range anxiety'
Sure, most EVs have their own built-in charging apps — but it's important to have a solid backup to assuage potential range anxiety from an inconsistent charging infrastructure.
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56 Powerful Juneteenth Quotes To Celebrate Freedom
As we commemorate Juneteenth, journey with us through a series of inspiring quotes that bring to life the history and significance of this day.
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28 Ways To Thoughtfully Celebrate Juneteenth
Your guide on celebrating and honoring Juneteenth — on June 19th, and all year long.
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Juneteenth offers new ways to teach about slavery, Black perseverance, and American history
Juneteenth commemorates the date in 1865 when Union troops notified the last remaining slaves in Texas that they were free.
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