Male mason wasps have evolved a unique defense: using spiked genitals to mimic a female's venomous sting. Lacking true stingers, males deter predators like tree frogs by faking one with spines on

Male mason wasps have evolved a unique defense: using spiked genitals to mimic a female's venomous sting. Lacking true stingers, males deter predators like tree frogs by faking one with spines on their reproductive organs. A 2022 study found this strategy 35% effective, compared to females' 87% escape rate with real stingers.

The Center for Biological Diversity is a Tucson-based 501c3 nonprofit. We secure a future for all species, believing human welfare is linked to nature's diversity. Through science, law, and media, we protect vital lands, waters, and climate. Visit our website, follow our socials (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok), take action here, or email center@biologicaldiversity.org.

This podcast explores how powerful storytelling can shift mindsets and inspire action towards a circular economy. Hear from Poppy Mason-Watts (WaterBear) and Alex Cramwinckel (Heineken) on why

This podcast explores how powerful storytelling can shift mindsets and inspire action towards a circular economy. Hear from Poppy Mason-Watts (WaterBear) and Alex Cramwinckel (Heineken) on why storytelling is crucial for circular champions, how brands can implement it, and its role in internal organizational transformation.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, an international charity promoting a circular economy, offers more insights. Subscribe to their YouTube channel and explore their work at ellenmacarthurfoundation.org. Follow them on Instagram and LinkedIn. For Campus information, email campus@emf.org.

Four visionaries—Kevin Kelly, Peter Schwartz, Ari Wallach, and Tyler Cowen—share insights on the future, urging consideration for coming generations. They emphasize optimism and proactive

Four visionaries—Kevin Kelly, Peter Schwartz, Ari Wallach, and Tyler Cowen—share insights on the future, urging consideration for coming generations. They emphasize optimism and proactive engagement as essential for overcoming challenges, advocating for long-term thinking ("Longpath"), gradual progress ("Protopia"), scenario planning, and urgency.

Their collective message stresses empathy, transgenerational thinking, and diverse futures, highlighting that the future is a continuous creation requiring proactive, collective action.

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Joshua Humphreys is the inaugural President, Board Chair, and Senior Fellow of Croatan Institute. An historian and social critic, Dr.

Joshua Humphreys is the inaugural President, Board Chair, and Senior Fellow of Croatan Institute. An historian and social critic, Dr. Humphreys is a leading analyst of finance capitalism's social and environmental impacts, advocating for social equity, ecological resilience, and economic democracy.

He participated in SOCAP16, "At The Intersection of Money and Meaning," held from September 13-16, 2016, at Fort Mason Center, San Francisco, CA.

Beyond Plastics has released 27 priority policy recommendations for the next U.S. president to address plastic pollution. These recommendations aim to significantly reduce plastic production,

Beyond Plastics has released 27 priority policy recommendations for the next U.S. president to address plastic pollution. These recommendations aim to significantly reduce plastic production, mitigating its negative impacts on environmental justice communities, human health, climate change, and wildlife.

Learn more about these vital recommendations at a special Zoom event on Tuesday, October 1, at 7:00 PM ET. Join an expert panel, including Judith Enck, Jess Conard, Jo Banner, Kevin Budris, and Dr. Sherri Mason, for a lively discussion and Q&A.

The Presidential Policy Priorities document is available here.

Konda Mason, a San Francisco Bay Area filmmaker, has an extensive background in films and documentaries. Her recent work includes producing the successful digital full-dome film, "Tales of the

Konda Mason, a San Francisco Bay Area filmmaker, has an extensive background in films and documentaries. Her recent work includes producing the successful digital full-dome film, "Tales of the Maya Skies."

This acclaimed production was created for the Chabot Space and Science Center in Oakland, CA, and highlights the importance of global collaboration.