Monday, June 8, 2009
Imprint Moment - Leisan Echols
Every other Monday we're bringing something new to the table at Imprint-TV. We've searched the streets of New York City to find everyday New Yorkers leaving positive imprints on their communities. Have any New Yorkers you'd like to nominate for an Imprint Moment? Be sure to send us an email at: info@imprint-tv.com.
This week's Imprint Moment is brought to you by fitness trainer Leisan Echols.
Girl Child Network - Betty Makoni
We had to post the story of this week's CNN Hero on our blog this morning. Betty Makoni, a child rape survivor from Zimbabwe, founded the Girl Child Network. The organization was created to help Zimbabwe's young sex abuse victims. Through GCN, Makoni has helped rescue 35,000 girls from abuse; thousands more have found an empowering community and a public forum in which to speak. Check out the full story on CNN and find out how you can get involved with the Girl Child Network.
CNN Hero Story:
http://www.cnn.com/2009/LIVING/06/04/cnnheroes.betty.makoni/index.html
Girl Child Network Worldwide:
http://girlchildnetworkworldwide.org/
Friday, June 5, 2009
Ha-Ha! Ape study traces evolution of laughter
According to a new study, laughter's been around since our last common ancestor with the apes—at least 10 million years ago.
The scientists found striking similarities when comparing the young apes’ laughter to that of young human babies, proving that laughter has been evolving at least since the days when man and monkey’s last common ancestor walked the Earth.
“What we can say is that laughter goes back at least 10 to 16 million years,” Marina Davila Ross, a primatologist from University of Portsmouth told MSNBC.
(See full story at http://cosmiclog.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2009/06/04/1953175.aspx)
The scientists who conducted study say they are not so interested in finding out how laughter evolved but how it can heal.
Studying animal laughter certainly lightened the mood of Davila Ross and her colleagues: "When watching the apes play with the caretakers, it was contagious," she said.
Unfortunately, we don’t know how many zoos would let you walk in and tickle a few gorillas but you check out a couple of apes’ laughs for yourself, take a look at these video clips from the project.
The scientists found striking similarities when comparing the young apes’ laughter to that of young human babies, proving that laughter has been evolving at least since the days when man and monkey’s last common ancestor walked the Earth.
“What we can say is that laughter goes back at least 10 to 16 million years,” Marina Davila Ross, a primatologist from University of Portsmouth told MSNBC.
(See full story at http://cosmiclog.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2009/06/04/1953175.aspx)
The scientists who conducted study say they are not so interested in finding out how laughter evolved but how it can heal.
Studying animal laughter certainly lightened the mood of Davila Ross and her colleagues: "When watching the apes play with the caretakers, it was contagious," she said.
Unfortunately, we don’t know how many zoos would let you walk in and tickle a few gorillas but you check out a couple of apes’ laughs for yourself, take a look at these video clips from the project.
Thursday, June 4, 2009
A push in the right direction
Google London Removes Employee Trash Cans To Promote Recycling
Google has made several eco-conscious changes at its London office. One of the more creative changes Google implemented is the removal of trash cans from individual employee desks. Instead of simply tossing away garbage without a second thought, employees now have to get up and walk to a centralized disposal and recycling station. This small change has led to an increase in onsite recycling -- if the employee is already walking to the disposal center, it is easy to make the decision to recycle the waste.
Google has made several eco-conscious changes at its London office. One of the more creative changes Google implemented is the removal of trash cans from individual employee desks. Instead of simply tossing away garbage without a second thought, employees now have to get up and walk to a centralized disposal and recycling station. This small change has led to an increase in onsite recycling -- if the employee is already walking to the disposal center, it is easy to make the decision to recycle the waste.
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
All you had to do was ask!
A Long Island Deli owner is confronted by bat wielding robber. A frightening situation, but if you think you know how this story ends, you are wrong. See for yourself in the video below.
Truly remarkable. Kindness in the face of fear is truly disarming. Don't be afraid to do one good thing today.
Truly remarkable. Kindness in the face of fear is truly disarming. Don't be afraid to do one good thing today.
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
Heroes of the Recession
We're going with a heavy hitter for today's Imprint-TV blog posting. Oprah Winfrey is the epitome of giving back to society and she knows how to leave an incredible imprint on this world. That's why we had to post her story [in conjunction with PEOPLE Magazine] on the Heroes of the Recession. She highlights unsung heroes who are selflessly going above and beyond in order to help individuals and families struggling in the current recession. Read their stories - proof that just a little bit of time, money, and love can go beyond anything you ever expected. Let's join them & make the time & commitment to help someone without expecting anything in return. Check out their stories:http://www.oprah.com/article/oprahshow/20090416-tows-heroes-hard-times
Monday, June 1, 2009
Great News: Imprint-TV Launch Party TONIGHT!
Imprint-TV officially launches this evening & we're celebrating with a launch party at Butterfield 8 at 8:00pm. If you're in Manhattan & want to feel inspired, definitely stop by. Don't forget to check out the website this evening for our first story about a group of young tween feminists making their mark on New York City. Good news all around today!
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