Monthly Archives: August 2011

White House Bees Create Record Honey Crop

by lindastcyr

Michelle Obama was criticized when she announced in 2009 that she wanted the White House to be home to a vegetable garden and honey bees. Her idea was to add

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Animals at the Washington D.C. Zoo Sensed Earthquake in Advance

by Ali Berman

We all know that human senses are dull compared to those of other species. Unless impeded by age or some defect, your household companion can see, hear and smell things

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Whoopi Goldberg Adopts Cat Thrown From Moving Car

by Allyson Koerner

Whoopi Goldberg has reached out and adopted a kitten. This isn’t your ordinary cat, but one that was thrown from a moving car last month in New York City. The

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Ready to Go Vegan? Here’s How.

by China DeSpain Freeman

Are you interested in trying a vegan diet, but not sure how to start? We’ve got you covered. The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine is launching a 21-day Vegan Kickstart

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A Word From MPD: One Young World Conference Spotlights Global Leaders

by Michael Parrish DuDell

Over the years we’ve gotten a first-hand look at how everyday individuals, celebrities, and organizations are making the world a better place. While there is certainly no template for world-changers,

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Jack Johnson Donates $30,000 to Africa Famine Relief

by Allyson Koerner

Singer and philanthropist Jack Johnson has reached out to Africa Famine Relief and donated $30,000. The famine crisis affects Africans daily and Johnson has pledged $10,000 to three organizations: UNICEF,

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Charity: water Needs $1.2 Million for Drilling Rig

by lindastcyr

Charity:water, the non-profit organization dedicated to bringing clean water to those in need, has launched September’s big campaign. The non-profit hopes to raise $1.2 milllion to buy a drilling rig.

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