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Gambling for Good? 8 Ways Lotteries Could (in Theory) Make the World a Better Place

Few people would make the case that we should encourage gambling. But what if gambling could be used as a ploy to improve road safety, recycling, school attendance, the financial well-being of citizens, and society as a whole? Next month, reports the Baltimore Sun, banks and credit unions in Maryland will be allowed to start [...]
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Britt Michaelian: Social Media As a Vehicle to World Improvement

Society & Culture : Huffington Post: Impact Blog (9 months ago)

Social media is an amazing tool that provides a way for each one of us to do good in the world. Here are 7 simple ways that you can make the world a better place through social media. Read Post

Why one startup thinks laying a few bets could help companies convince employees to slim down

Technology : GigaOM (3 hours ago)

A new startup is using financial incentives and penalties to help employers encourage their employees to lose weight and lower their risk for chronic disease. Read Post

Update: Road Safety Illusion

Odd : Mighty Optical Illusions (3 years ago)

Perhaps we rushed with the critique of Canada’s attempt to improve road safety using chalk drawing optical illusions. I’ve just received new photos which show the illusion in much better light! The idea still sounds good, but there ... Read Post


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