An estimated 1 trillion plasticbags are used and discarded every year. Each is used for an avg. 12 mins, but lasts 1000+ years.

To really feel the impact of the UN Global Goals, look through this powerful imagery provided by Getty Images. > *"Imagery brings these causes to life, offering a window into global issues," said Susan Smith Ellis, Getty Images Chief...

Our editors pick the 50 companies that best combine innovative technology with an effective business model.

In warm, coastal waters lurks a major problem— manatee populations are on the verge of being washed away forever. All three species of manatees today are listed as vulnerable to extinction by the IUCN Red List, a status that has lasted for almost...

Our desire to continue to process improvement leads the drive for AI. We will build machines that are smarter and more competent than us. Such a powerful [TED talk](http://futureoflife.org/2016/10/07/sam-harris-ted-talk/) by [Sam...

This is a great article on Nepal accommodation. The earthquake seriously effected and changed the Nepalese tourism demographics. For example in Pokhara, the trade has moved from the high end Mount Everest climber to the budget conscious...

Creating loving and resilient modern families by Gillian Andale

Preparing to blend families? You're in for the ride of your life, but these ten tips of advice can help you get started and be successful.

Australia's facing a slow decline in most educational standards and few are aware just how bad the situation is getting.

Over 800 children and volunteers from Hong Kong and Macau created a “Lap Sap Chung,” or “Trashzilla,” on Repulse Bay Beach on Thursday morning. The iconic monster feeds off plastic trash. The image acts as “a reminder to all to keep the waters...