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Each year on July 20th, the global chess community comes together to celebrate International Chess Day. This date marks the anniversary of the founding of the International Chess Federation (FIDE) in 1924. The idea to designate July 20 as International Chess Day was proposed by UNESCO and has been officially recognized since 1966, with the support of FIDE. As the organization representing 181 national chess federations, FIDE organizes chess events […]

  In a delightful twist of fate, Denver Broncos fans are celebrating a rare sighting that aligns perfectly with their team spirit. A lobster, uniquely colored in Broncos orange, was recently discovered, and it’s capturing the attention of both seafood enthusiasts and sports fans alike. This rare orange lobster, normally an unusual sight due to its vibrant and distinctive color, has become a symbol of good fortune for the Denver […]

In a heartwarming bid to save a critically endangered species, two rare parrots have been sent from different zoos in hopes that they will "fall in love" and help boost their dwindling population. With only 300 of these vibrant birds left in the wild, the stakes couldn't be higher. These parrots, known as the swift parrot, are native to Australia and have been facing severe threats due to habitat loss […]

MrBeast, the YouTube sensation known for his jaw-dropping stunts and philanthropic endeavors, has once again demonstrated the power of social media for good. This time, he tackled one of the planet’s most pressing issues: ocean pollution. In collaboration with fellow YouTuber Mark Rober, MrBeast launched the #TeamSeas project, aiming to remove 30 million pounds of trash from the ocean. The campaign quickly gained momentum, leveraging the influence of social media […]

In the professional world, feedback is often seen as a critical tool for growth and improvement. However, the Harvard Business Review article "The Feedback Fallacy" challenges this conventional wisdom, arguing that traditional feedback methods might actually be counterproductive. The Problem with Traditional Feedback Traditional feedback systems are based on the assumption that people can reliably assess and critique each other's performance. Yet, studies suggest that these assessments are often flawed […]

If you've ever wondered what happens to the thousands of tennis balls used during Wimbledon each year, you'll be pleased to know they have a second life beyond the court. In a heartwarming twist, these tennis balls become tiny homes for an unexpected tenant: the humble harvest mouse. Every year, approximately 54,000 tennis balls are used during the Wimbledon tournament. Instead of discarding these fuzzy spheres, a significant portion is […]