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How simple street-design interventions are saving kids’ lives in Africa

In cities, sometimes the projects that make the most positive impact are not flashy, starchitect-designed plazas, but human-centered initiatives that respond to real, local needs. A new prize, which just announced its winner, honors such initiatives.

How simple street-design interventions are saving kids’ lives in Africa

How “Super Sand” Could Provide Drinking Water To Millions Of People

Sand is a cheap and easy to find water filter. It’s also not a very good water filter. But a new development–coating sand in graphite–could make it possible for everyone in the world to have easy access to clean water.

How “Super Sand” Could Provide Drinking Water To Millions Of People

$21 Tata Swach: The World’s Cheapest Water Purifier?

Impact

What could a global tax on wealth of $5 million-plus pay for?

The world’s largest vertical farm will have a secret ingredient: fish

This Brazilian billionaire should be your role model for corporate activism

News

Activision CEO Bobby Kotick stands to walk away with a massive payday if he leaves the company

YouTube goes back to basics, winding down original content in a fresh focus on creators

Free COVID test kits: Where can I order them and how long will they take to ship?

Co.Design

It’s been nearly impossible to recycle underwear—until now

These robots are powered by algae balls living inside

4 underused U.S. rail lines that should follow New York’s lead and be revived

Work Life

5 steps to provide feedback that’s helpful, not hurtful

3 ways a purpose-driven company can stay true to its values during hypergrowth

The surprising way to beat the one thing your brain is hardwired to hold you back on