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2+ day, 12+ hour ago (1103+ words) Emily Mayol grew up in South Florida tagging along with her older brother and his boy scout troop on camping trips, picking up essential scouting skills and learning the rhythm of life in nature. Despite being the only girl, she said she fit right in " feeling like part of the troop long before she could officially join. In 2018, the year the Boy Scouts permitted girls to join, Mayol joined Miami Beach Troop 65. She was 10 years old and the first girl to join the local Cub Scouts program, Scouting America's entry-level youth program. Asked why she didn't just join the Girl Scouts, Mayol, now 17, admitted, "I wasn't into the arts and crafts or selling cookies aspects of the Girl Scouts. I wanted to be outdoors and play in the mud or run around in the rain." Founded in 1910 and long considered…...

2+ day, 22+ hour ago (658+ words) Japanese Odissi exponent Yukie Sato, accompanied by her students Yukako Mase and Fuyumi Narita, offered a captivating recital marked by classical elegance and artistic depth. Trained under renowned... Japanese Odissi exponent Yukie Sato, accompanied by her students Yukako Mase and Fuyumi Narita, offered a captivating recital marked by classical elegance and artistic depth. Trained under renowned gurus Ratikant and Sujata Mohapatra in Odisha, the artistes demonstrated remarkable cultural sensitivity and technical finesse. The performance unfolded as a seamless blend of devotion, visual splendour, and refined Odissi artistry. Deeply drawn to the beauty and classical grace of Odissi, Yukie has pursued the form with diligence and devotion, training for many years at "SRJN" in Odisha under Gurus Ratikant and Sujata Mohapatra. Her ability to understand and assimilate a dance tradition rooted in a different cultural milieu deserves special appreciation. She has…...

3+ day, 14+ hour ago (648+ words) Student Leader: Chauncey Oliver Wyoming " Percussionists are busy practicing at Wyoming High School, producing music that's strong, harmonious and " drumroll, please " kind of quiet. They are using percussion sawhorses, tools used for perfecting technique and drumline work. Chauncey Oliver, a sophomore French horn player, built eight of them for the high school and Wyoming Junior High, allowing students to practice without the sometimes ear-splitting volume of an actual drum. Plus, they are adjustable and easy to transport. "It's a wonderful thing. I love the band, and I'm very grateful that I have the opportunity to help out and improve our band," Chauncey said. Last school year, he asked Shawn Gurk, director of bands for both schools, if there was anything the bands needed that might work for a community service project. Chauncey is applying for his Eagle Scout award, the…...

6+ day, 15+ hour ago (235+ words) The ideas for Made in America keep rolling in with "World News Tonight" viewers sharing their one thing under the tree. David Muir shares businesses that are sourcing materials from across the U.S. Made in America: David Muir spotlights handcrafted gifts from Texas, Maine, Tennessee The ideas for Made in America keep rolling in with "World News Tonight" viewers sharing their one thing under the tree. David Muir shares businesses that are sourcing materials from across the U.S. Pres. Trump attends bill signing ceremony in the Oval Office Tracking more rain for the Pacific Northwest; dangerous cold for the Midwest; weekend snow for millions President Trump claims land strikes on Venezuela could come 'pretty soon' Retired lieutenant colonel calls investigation into Sen. Kelly "abuse of power" Red Cross responding to historic flooding in Washington state Pregnant mom stops stranger from alleged kidnapping…...

6+ day, 20+ hour ago (545+ words) BOISE, Idaho " What started as a holiday pop-up has transformed into a year-round celebration of Idaho creativity, bringing together the best local makers all in one convenient location. Handmade Idaho, located at 350 N Milwaukee St Ste 1141 on the lower level of Boise Towne Square Mall, showcases goods from small artisans across the Gem State. Handmade Idaho brings the best of local artisans to you. Owner Angela Stewart says the business grew out of a need to support local creators. "We started as an organization to provide more opportunities for local artisans to sell their goods. So we had a holiday show for several years, and then COVID hit, and we had to cancel," Stewart said. After the pandemic forced cancellation of their holiday show, Stewart opened pop-up shops at The Village and later at Boise Towne Square Mall. The mall…...

1+ week, 10+ hour ago (68+ words) The ideas for Made in America keep rolling in with "World News Tonight" viewers sharing their one thing under the tree. David Muir shares businesses that are sourcing materials from across the U.S. The ideas for Made in America keep rolling in with "World News Tonight" viewers sharing their one thing under the tree. David Muir shares businesses that are sourcing materials from across the U.S....

1+ week, 14+ hour ago (739+ words) Reclaimed lumber and certified timber compete for dominance as the industry confronts sustainability claims and indoor air quality concerns "The industry is at an inflection point," says Philipp Sprockhoff, a senior director at Austrian panel manufacturer EGGER and a member of the European Panel Federation's managing board. "Customers want to know where the wood comes from and what's in the glue." California's Air Resources Board pioneered the standards in 2007. The state regulation, known as CARB ATCM Phase II, set emission limits for hardwood plywood, particleboard, and MDF that became the template for the federal rule. Panel producers worldwide now submit to quarterly inspections and testing by EPA-recognized third-party certifiers. "The TSCA Title VI program and CARB's ATCM program work in tandem to create what is arguably the most stringent formaldehyde emissions regulatory system in the world," says a March 2024 statement…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago (622+ words) A myriad of tactile products made from materials including ceramic, glass, lacquer and wood have been displayed at Japan House London as part of the Hyakk" exhibition, which examines Japan's contemporary craft landscape. The exhibition, which showcases almost 2,000 works made by more than 100 designers, was organised in collaboration with retail brand Muji's owner Ryohin Keikaku and curated by Nagata Takahiro. The curator aimed for it to show pieces in a wide range of materials and from many different regions. "Rather than focusing on a particular school or genre, the exhibition seeks to give shape to the idea of hyakk" " craft as countless forms of making " bringing together work in clay, wood, metal, lacquer, bamboo, glass and more, from a wide range of regions," Takahiro told Dezeen. Takahiro and his team traversed Japan to find the makers on show in Hyakk…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago (30+ words) Modern woodworking is one of those crafts that never fails to leave me instantaneously humbled. It's simply not a craft anymore. No, it's a full-on showcase of ......

1+ week, 3+ day ago (274+ words) A retired vocational and technical high school teacher in Nev'ehir, central T'rkiye, is transforming discarded wood into handmade miniatures and decorative items, demonstrating how post-retirement engagement can evolve into a form of environmental contribution and personal fulfillment. Demir emphasized that his work not only reduces waste but also enables him to use his time efficiently. Discarded scraps from industrial workshops and leftover lumber are turned into detailed, high-value pieces rather than being burned or thrown away. "Every material I use is waste," he said. "I incur almost no cost, and instead of ending up in the stove or garbage, these pieces become meaningful works. I spent my career in active workshop environments, and I continue that rhythm in retirement." Demir noted that the mental engagement provided by craftsmanship is just as important as its environmental contribution. He explained that working…...