Shared feast: Over 3,000 residents came together for a community meal that stretched 5,280 feet (1.6 km) through Denver, Colorado (U.S.). Organized by the nonprofit Longer Tables, the “Mile Long Table” brought locals, volunteers, and visitors to one continuous line of seats in the heart of downtown. Farmers, chefs, and sponsors contributed food and support, turning the event into a large-scale neighborhood picnic. Some attendees even reunited with loved ones flown in by surprise through a sponsoring airline. The meal encouraged strangers to connect face-to-face and share stories. Organizers hope to make the gathering a yearly tradition and inspire other cities to create their own tables of connection.
Bee boost: Oxford, England, researchers developed a new bee feed using modified yeast that mimics the nutrients bees gather from pollen. The project aims to support colonies struggling with the decline of native flowering plants. Through fermentation, scientists produced sterols, natural compounds vital for bee growth and energy. Test colonies raised more young and stayed active longer when fed the nutrient-rich mixture. The yeast, altered through genetic methods, offers the same essential lipids as pollen but in a steadier form. Experts say this advance could strengthen pollination systems and boost global food yields, helping bees survive as their natural food sources continue to decline.
