Michaela Haas for Reasons to be Cheerful

Environment

The LA River kayaker on a 're-naturalization' mission

View of the vegetation and sandy banks in Los Angeles River in Elysian Valley.

News

The slow, powerful work of bridging the women's health gap

A group of senior women out on a forest hike.

News

When it comes to banning smartphones from schools, what really works?

Diverse group of schoolkids using smartphones in classroom.

Art & Culture

How a 'pollinator pathmaker' can help us see like a bee

An illustration showing how bees visually perceive the environment.

Education

A surprising way to stop bullying

elementary school students sitting in a circle talking to teacher

Environment

The legendary ocean explorer protecting 'Hope Spots' around the world

Sylvia Earle on a dive in the Galapagos

Music Art & Culture

A Carnegie Hall concert series designed for mental health

Singer performs at Carnegie Hall well-being concert