Publications

Every day, new information about the impending global climate crisis pops up on social media and news platforms. Unfortunately, the data is rather uninspiring to many individuals. According to the Rockefeller Foundation, “58 percent of popular posts [highlight] the negative consequences of climate change,” ultimately providing limited positive public insight. However, a group of people at Hawaii Pacific University reestablished social norms instead of letting these bleak stor

Grief is an emotion that nearly every human will experience at some point in their life. Whether it is a childhood pet or a loved one, grief finds a way to consume us. However, when an opportunity presents itself to use those emotions positively, why not take it? That alternative route is exactly what high school English teacher Kristina Ulmer did, and now, her charitable acts have turned a once somber story into a merry tale. In October 2014, Katie Amodei, Kristina Ulmer’s

Human interaction is necessary for proper brain development and function. From a young age, face-to-face stimulation “[t]eaches you how to speak, [how to] interpret and express emotions, and [how to] expand your knowledge,” providing a unique way to advance one's growth ( Canning ). To further build upon this baseline arousal, many individuals have the opportunity to grow off of a different type of connection—a sibling one. These relationships form an intriguing bond that has

When tech entrepreneur Brooks Bell was diagnosed with colon cancer, she took a step back from her busy daily routine. Working during her treatment would be difficult, so she found a new way to pass the time: spreading awareness. She promoted both the cancer treatment itself and the discovery process, colonoscopies.  The first thing she did was create a non-profit called 50 Colonoscopies Under 50. The mission is to educate individuals about the risks of colon cancer, to instr

Two months ago, Panchi-kun, also known as Punch the Monkey, blew up all over the internet. The seven-month macaque monkey flooded social media with his cute, friendly face; however, his adorable features were not the main reason for his rise to fame. In reality, his 24/7 attachment to his orange orangutan plushie made everyone, and their mom, go crazy. Born in July 2025, Punch did not have the easiest time as a young macaque. He actually faced abandonment from his mother and

Most know Emmy and James Beard award-winning chef Andrew Zimmern for his traveling show, Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern , and his outgoing spirit. However, he has recently gained attention for other reasons—community service.  Zimmern calls Minneapolis, Minnesota, his home, and due to the current state of affairs, the city has many difficulties. For over a month, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents have maintained a serious presence within the city limits. Ev

Over the last fifty years, society has seen technological advancements at an exceptional rate. Whether it is the standard coffee machine or innovative space gear, everything evolved rapidly. Social media was created during this expansion, and with it, a new phenomenon was revealed—doomscrolling. Classified as “to spend excessive time online scrolling[...]through news or other content that makes one feel sad, anxious, angry, etc,” it can easily happen to anyone who has access

What started as a normal morning for Logan Hayes turned into an unexpected call to action when a death-threatening situation presented itself. On the morning of February 6, 2026, Sheldy Apollon began driving to her prenatal massage. At the time, Apollon was 34 weeks pregnant and experiencing pre-eclampsia, or a fatal blood pressure disorder that occurs in only 5 to 8% of all pregnancies. On the way, due to the side effects of her disorder, Apollon started feeling incredibly d

Our world is currently facing a crisis—a dog crisis. Currently, around 3 million dogs enter the United States shelter system annually, with only about 2 million of them getting adopted. Additionally, according to the ASPCA, an estimated 50 % of the 4,000 brick-and-mortar shelters in the U.S. have a no-kill policy. This means that the other half are obligated to euthanize long-time residents to allow for new ones to come in.  Sadly, these are only two of many statistics about

Sometimes, sticking with the same favorite restaurant for many years proves extremely helpful. In the case of 78-year-old Air Force veteran Charlie Hicks, his consistency at The Shrimp Basket actually saved his life. Every day for a decade, Charlie Hicks drives his old truck to the local southern-style restaurant, The Shrimp Basket in Pensacola, Florida. He often enjoys a lunch or dinner meal consisting of gumbo with a small side of rice and no crackers. He calls it "conveni

Growing up is arguably the most crucial developmental part of a person’s life. There are many contributing factors to why this part of life is significant; however, the biggest one is the discovery of identity. During this part of life, a person realises who they are and who they want to be—they find their identity. This road to discovery is never a linear journey, usually involving ups and downs of personal choices and influences, which all correlate back to who that person

2025 not only brought innovative technological advances and shocking global events, but it also brought various deep-sea discoveries. Scientists and researchers worldwide used advanced technological methods to uncover the unknown parts of the sea, and what they discovered is amazing. In one instance, at least twenty species that look straight out of a science fiction movie were found, and the story of their recognition is enlightening.  Since 2018, a team of researchers at t

When an Instacart driver was involved in an unfortunate car crash, they were left in a sticky situation. Not only was their car totaled, but their grocery order could not be completed. However, three generous souls decided to step up and complete the delivery. These three people were firemen. Just a month ago, on January 9, 2026, a group of first responders from the Central and Pierce Fire & Rescue in Washington responded to a multi-car pile-up, and an interesting circumstan

On September 27, 2025, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) designated 26 biosphere reserves worldwide. This list included one of Indonesia’s natural archipelagos, Raja Ampat. Located shortly off the western coast of New Guinea’s main island, the biosphere reserve is 33.4 million acres, roughly the size of the state of New York, and 610 islands, 34 of which are inhabited. It is overflowing with a large number of wildlife and sea life,

Over the last decade or two, the relevance of anxiety and other mental health conditions has risen significantly in adolescents. For anxiety in particular, a multitude of factors have contributed to the increase in its significance. Things such as pressures in schools and society, media and technological influences, and family, peer, and social challenges all trace back to the root of anxiety. In all, the sudden increase in anxiety cases comes from many different components,

2025 saw various inventions, revelations, and advancements. This is particularly true in the medical field. It is impossible to clarify exactly how many medical discoveries and conversations occurred last year; however, one of the most impressive ones was in cancer treatments. In 2025, four crucial developments in cancer research occurred. This included Artificial Intelligence research assistance, FDA approvals of certain therapies, liquid biopsy, and mRNA vaccines in treatme

For an exceptionally long period, coal led as the number one energy source around the globe. During the Industrial Revolution, the amount of energy used by society increased when a shift from manpower to machine power occurred. Energy was created by burning and using coal, oil, and gas, which are more commonly known as fossil fuels. This type of energy comes with horrific consequences, including being the top cause of climate change. Fortunately, during this past year, some p

Last October, at the ripe age of eighty, grandmother Natalie Grabow became the oldest woman to ever complete an entire Ironman. Competing in the Ironman World Championship in Kona, Hawaii, Natalie conquered something she never expected to even consider attempting. Her story is filled with an incredible amount of passion, grit, and resilience, and it truly deserves a spot in the history books.  Ironman competitions are in a triathlon format consisting of three separate events

A founding principle of Positive World, Positive People, is connection. Forming bonds with one another is fundamental to a positive livelihood. In podcast episodes, discussions about the benefits of connection have occurred; however, developing a further understanding of particular components of connection requires additional information. Most conversations about connection on PoWoPoPe relate directly to teenage connections; ways to build and strengthen friendships and relati

In September 2025, the High Seas Treaty finally reached sixty ratifications to implement crucial ocean guidelines in January 2026. The treaty is an international agreement that paves new arrangements for marine protection in open seas. It also implies a series of rules on the sustainable and fair use of the international waters. Overall, it is a milestone for the future of the Earth’s oceans; however, it took longer than a couple of months to be executed.  The idea for a tr