Making edible cookies may be the last thing that comes to mind when we think of ways to recycle plastic. But that is exactly what researchers at Southern Illinois University Carbondale have developed with support from NASA. Dubbed µBites (pronounced "micro-bites"), the project demonstrates how common plastic can be transformed into nutritious food using bioengineering.
Read news articleWhat began as a simple way for a New York City filmmaker to take his dog to work has turned into a unique effort to help shelter dogs find homes.
Read news articleFat Bear Week is back! From September 22 to September 29, 2026, fans worldwide can vote for the fattest brown bear at Alaska's Katmai National Park. Now in its 12th year, the fun contest shines a spotlight on these remarkable animals and the Alaskan wilderness they call home.
Read news articleMost artists reach for a paintbrush, pen, or pencil when creating art on paper. However, London-based artist James Cook uses something much more unusual: a vintage typewriter.
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