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The Way We Look At Sexual Harassment In The Workplace Is Changing For The Better

As Harvey Weinstein potentially faces life imprisonment, the power of the #MeToo movement has become clear.

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As Harvey Weinstein potentially faces life imprisonment for a series of sexual assault charges, the power of #MeToo has become clear.

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Solar Technology Can Now Power Your Roads — And Your Clothes

Tokyo is building solar roads to help make their 2020 Olympics into an eco-friendly event.

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Our world is currently powered by human-generated electricity.

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The Era Of Electric Planes Is Almost Here

The hybrid planes are quieter than most aircraft and produce 80% to 100% less carbon emissions.

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In a world where drones can deliver pizza, our wildest transportation dreams are finally coming true.

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Brain Tumor Research Receives ​Big Money To Find Better Treatment

Another step closer to a cure.

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In the U.K., brain tumor research is getting a much-needed boost in funding. 18 million will be given to projects that will explore how brain tumors develop and how to treat them.

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Oldest Man In The World Is 112 And Living His Best Life In Japan

He enjoys watching sumo wrestling on TV, eating sweets, and soaking in hot springs.

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It’s official: The oldest man currently living on this planet is 112.

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5,000 Tons Of Garbage Was Cleared Off A Mumbai Beach

It’s amazing what 1,000 volunteers can accomplish in 85 weeks.

School children pick up trash during a clean-up drive led by Indian lawyer and environmentalist Afroz Shah at Versova Beach. Photo by Indranil Mukherjee AFP/Getty Images.

THE GOOD NEWS:

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