MIT Scientists Design Autonomous UV Robot That Can Disinfect Boston Food Bank in Just 30 Minutes
The robot, designed by the CSAIL robotics team from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, could soon be used in factories and supermarkets, too.
Teen Invents Wristband That Could Curb Infection by Warning Users Against Touching Their Face
This 15-year-old inventor is responsible for developing the VybPro: a small bracelet that vibrates whenever the user is about to touch their face.
Black Protestor is a Hero After Carrying Injured White Counter-Protestor to Safety: ‘It’s not black vs white’
Patrick Hutchinson is being hailed as a hero across the political spectrum after he rescued an injured counter-protestor at a BLM rally in London.
This Orchestra Performs ‘Symphonies’ Using Typewriter Sounds—Listen to Their Catchy New Song
Since the Boston Typewriter Orchestra has not been able to perform for the public since quarantine began, they recently performed a new song from home.
Grads Receive Diplomas Aboard Jet Skis After High School Refuses to Cancel Commencement Ceremony
Rather than canceling their graduation ceremony amidst the COVID-19 shutdowns, this Florida school took to the open seas for their commencement.
First ‘Bios Park’ That Lets Us Bury Cremated Remains of Our Loved Ones So They Grow into Trees
The “Boisé de Vie” Bios Park just opened up in Québec so that local families could immortalize the cremated remains of their loved ones in a natural space.
Hotel Stays Open During Lockdowns to House Homeless Locals; And They’re Repaying the Favor With Odd Jobs
The Fownes Hotel in Worcester has been housing 45 rough sleepers during the COVID-19 shutdowns—and now, the homeless are repaying the kindness.
7-Year-old Hosts Adorable Mini-Prom for Babysitter Whose Event Was Cancelled
It may not have been the fanciest senior prom in the world, but it meant the world to 17-year-old Rachel Chapman after her school dance was canceled.
World’s Largest All-Electric Airplane Takes Historic First Flight Towards Cleaner Aviation Industry
The 9-passenger electric airplane developed by aviation company magniX completed its first flight over Moses Lake, Washington earlier today.
Autonomous Cars Are Now Delivering Meals and Medication to At-Risk People in Quarantine
A trio of cars deployed by Optimus Rides will be delivering as many as 5,000 meals to at-risk families across Southeast Washington DC.
Dog Breaks World Record for Most Tennis Balls Held in His Mouth—And Social Media Users Are Thrilled
Finley the Golden Retriever is winning hearts across social media after he broke the Guinness World Record for most tennis balls carried in a dog's mouth.
German IKEA Lends Parking Lot to Local Mosque So 800 Muslims Could Celebrate End of Ramadan Together
After being forced to spend the holy month in isolation, Muslims from across the German region were able to celebrate Eid prayers together thanks to IKEA.
Quarantined Needleworkers Around the World Unite to Create Record-Breaking String of 79,000 Flags
Stretching more than 9 miles long, this incredible string of colorful handmade flags has broken the Guinness World Record for longest bunting.
World Celebrates Central America’s First Same-Sex Marriage After Costa Rica Passes Trailblazing Legislation
These two Latina women just became the first same-sex couple in Costa Rica—and all of Central America—to legally tie the knot.
NASA’s Historic New International Agreements Set Stage for Peaceful and Cooperative Future of Space Exploration
The Artemis Accords, which have already been supported by several global space agencies, build upon the same values of the Outer Space Treaty of 1967.
Crayola Unveils New Crayon Pack of Skin Tone Colors From Around the World to Promote Inclusivity
The company partnered with veterans of the makeup industry to develop a 24-pack of crayons that accurately reflect the world's diverse skin palette.
World’s Largest Green Hydrogen Plant Will Soon Be Turning California’s Trash into Ultra-Cheap Fuel
The city of Lancaster will soon be the site of the world's largest green hydrogen electric plant—and amazingly, it will be powered by landfill waste.
Woman Travels 130K Miles to Bow Down Before Every Korean War Memorial And Thank Vets for Their Service
Hannah Kim has traveled across 30 countries and 54 US states and territories so she could honor hundreds of Korean War veterans and their memorials.
Self-Cleaning Electric Mask Can Power Itself With a Phone Charger—And They Will Likely Only Cost $1 Apiece
This face mask developed by Technion researchers can kill off dangerous pathogens from its surface by drawing electricity from a standard phone charger.
Church Opens Up Its Doors to Muslim Worshippers So They Can Have a Place to Pray During Quarantine
The church's gesture of solidarity has allowed the mosque to welcome twice as many people to their weekly Friday prayer services during Ramadan.