Good News Roundup - 5/11
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Pete Kelly
Friday, May 31st, 2024 3:52pm
Scientists have found a way to grow micro-diamonds from scratch in just 15 minutes! These could allow the diamond industry to create pretty much unlimited numbers of diamonds without needing high temperatures or pressure, and could make diamonds cheap to buy! Read more here
Developers in India have created a portable airdrop hospital that can be used for Natural Disasters! It can treat up to 200 people at the same time and features medical equipment, AI and data analytics to help make things as efficient as possible. The hospital can be operational within 12 minutes of landing! Read more here
Scientists in Canada have developed a reusable sponge-like material that can soak up spilled oil out of water or repel it. This can be used to quickly clean up oil spills in the ocean without harming anything in the ocean, and can prevent the oil from reaching the shoreline. Read more here
Latest Posts
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5-1-8 Approved! Who's The Best Local Rapper We Should Know?D. Scott's Blog
Let's give the local rappers some shine!
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Demolition Of The Fascinating Central Warehouse Actually Begins TonightD. Scott's Blog
After nearly 100 years, our beloved eyesore is coming down.
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No Surprise - Keefe D Found Guilty of 2Pac MurderD. Scott's Blog
It took the jury 3 hours to deliberate.
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Dolly Parton's Powerful Impact In The World Of Hip HopD. Scott's Blog
You may not realize it but Dolly played a roll in some massive hip hop hits!
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VIDEO: What To Expect At The Free Community Block PartyD. Scott's Blog
The 8th Annual Community Block Party is this Saturday!
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Once Popular MySpace Wants Back In The Social Media ArenaD. Scott's Blog
Looks like MySpace is getting ready to relaunch!
Events
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Saratoga ADHD & Trauma Healing Meet-upThis peer-led support group is a safe and welcoming space for adults living with ADHD and the lasting effects of trauma.
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Albany Job FairThe Albany Job Fair returns to the Convention Center at the Empire State Plaza this Fall on Saturday, November 7, 2026 from 9a - 1p! Bring your resume becaus...
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Three-Part Painting Workshop with Artist Altin Stoja3-Part Painting Workshop with local artist, Altin Stoja. This series will be held in two-hour sessions on three Saturdays: Oct 17, Nov 7 and Nov 14
at Cohoes Public Library
What's Happening
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Jamz 96.3 OG Text ClubJamz 96.3 is hooking up OGs for our new text club with tickets to concerts, prizes and exclusives only available to our OGs!
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Jamz Concerts & EventsStay up to date on the latest concerts and events in the Cap City!