Thursday

In today’s issue, we’ll take a look at:

• Wild orcas try sharing food with humans

• Sunset of the day in Cocoa Beach

• How to survive an HR job

• How foldable totes make reusing easy

• Unlock everything you need to know about your health

Did You Know

Touching ___ may help regulate your mood.

Scroll to the bottom for the answer.

Wild Orcas Try Sharing Food With Humans

Researchers have witnessed wild orcas doing something no one expected: offering their food to humans. In 34 recorded cases across four oceans, orcas approached swimmers, boaters, or people on shore and dropped dead fish, seals, or even seaweed nearby, then waited to see what would happen.

Orcas, sometimes called killer whales, are highly social and incredibly smart. They often share food with each other, but this may be the first time we’ve seen them try it with us. Scientists believe the whales could be curious, playful, or even trying to connect in their own way.

One researcher described it like a game of fetch. He tossed food into the water, and the orca brought it right back. The study calls this possible “altruism,” which is rare in wild predators. It’s a reminder that we’re still just beginning to understand how deeply intelligent and social these ocean giants really are.

Sunset of the Day in Hawaii

The Canopy reader Kathy snapped this photo while on vacation in Waikoloa, Hawaii, and honestly, it looks like the kind of evening you never want to end. The light’s fading just enough to make everything glow, with palm trees reflected in the water and the sky easing into blue.

Thanks to Kathy for sending this in. If you’ve captured a sunset that made you stop and breathe a little deeper, we’d love to see it too!

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How Foldable Totes Make Reusing Easy

Plastic bags are easy to grab and just as easy to forget. But one simple habit can help break the cycle: carrying a foldable tote.

Foldable tote bags are lightweight reusable bags that collapse into a small shape, usually the size of a wallet or even an avocado. They can clip onto your keychain, bag, or belt loop, so you always have one within reach. Unlike larger reusable bags, they’re easy to remember and hard to lose.

Plastic bags often get tossed after a few minutes, but they can take hundreds of years to break down. Foldable bags are an easy fix, one that lasts for years and helps you skip single-use plastic without extra planning.

Some people even decorate or gift them to others as a way to spread the habit. Whether it lives in your pocket or hangs from your backpack, a small foldable tote can make a big difference.

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Final Thoughts:

From impactful communities to urban green living, check out this week’s top eco-friendly finds:

• 🚰 Meet YouTubers helping supply clean water to millions

• 🏞️ Explore Chattanooga’s national park city

• 🌱 Start a garden in your apartment

Reflections:

🌎 Did You Know: Touching soil may help regulate your mood. This is because a microbe in soil, Mycobacterium vaccae, has been linked to increased serotonin production.

🌅 Sunset Of The Day: The sun can provide the most beautiful photography. That's why we're eager to see your favorite sunrise or sunset photos. Reply to this email with your best sun-based pictures for a chance to be featured!