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Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Science
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ARM & HAMMER™ Baking Soda Returns to Odyssey of the Mind for Sixth Consecutive Year, Sparking Hands-On STEAM Exploration at World Finals
Empowering the next generation of innovators, ARM & HAMMER™ Baking Soda brings interactive science experiences to students from around the globe at this year's Finals EAST LANSING, Mich., May 21, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ARM & HAMMER™ Baking Soda is proud to return as a sponsor of the Odyssey of the Mind World Finals, taking place May 21–24, 2025, at Michigan State University. For the sixth consecutive year, the brand is championing curiosity, teamwork, and creative problem solving in the STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) field, through supporting science fueled activities that make learning engaging and accessible for all students. With over 100 uses as a versatile, affordable, and accessible product, including at-home science experiments, ARM & HAMMER Baking Soda plays a key role in supporting education anywhere. The brand proudly sponsors events like Odyssey of the Mind, a global creative problem-solving program for students of all ages, where they can foster relationships and show how science can be both fun and educational in and out of the classroom. At this year's event, ARM & HAMMER Baking Soda will host a large, classroom style space dedicated to slime making, where up to 50 students at a time can dive into the science experiment firsthand. Using ARM & HAMMER Baking Soda, students will explore chemical reactions with safe household materials, demonstrating how science can be approachable for all. In addition to making slime, participants will have a chance to write a "Message to the Stars." These messages will be compiled into a 10x10 foot poster display, serving as both a collaborative art project and reminder of the dreams and ideas that power future innovation. Each student who contributes a message will receive a special pin to commemorate their contribution. To round out the experiments, ARM & HAMMER Baking Soda will also support baking soda bottle rocket launch activities using the product, encouraging students to witness science in motion and dream of futures as infinite as space itself. "We're proud to mark our sixth consecutive year partnering with Odyssey of the Mind to inspire curiosity and hands-on learning," said Aaron Greengard, Senior Brand Manager at ARM & HAMMER Baking Soda. "ARM & HAMMER Baking Soda is more than just a household staple, it's a dynamic learning tool that helps students from all backgrounds explore, experiment, and learn both at home and in the classroom." As a supporting partner of the brand, Emily Calandrelli, MIT Aerospace Engineer and Emmy-nominated host known as "Emily the Space Gal," shares ARM & HAMMER Baking Soda's passion for sparking curiosity and encouraging kids to explore STEAM. She'll be cheering on the Odyssey of the Mind community from home and promoting hands-on-learning experiences that can be done with simple, easy to use products. For more information, visit MORE ABOUT ARM & HAMMER™ For over 170 years, ARM & HAMMER™ has delivered trusted products to help families with everyday needs—from cleaning and laundry to personal care and pet essentials. Learn more at ABOUT CHURCH & DWIGHT CO., INC. Church & Dwight Co., Inc. is committed to sustainability, innovation, and providing quality products across a wide portfolio of brands, including ARM & HAMMER™, OxiClean™, TheraBreath™, and more. Visit for details. View source version on Contacts Media Contact: Cat Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
ARM & HAMMER™ Baking Soda Returns to Odyssey of the Mind for Sixth Consecutive Year, Sparking Hands-On STEAM Exploration at World Finals
Empowering the next generation of innovators, ARM & HAMMER™ Baking Soda brings interactive science experiences to students from around the globe at this year's Finals EAST LANSING, Mich., May 21, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ARM & HAMMER™ Baking Soda is proud to return as a sponsor of the Odyssey of the Mind World Finals, taking place May 21–24, 2025, at Michigan State University. For the sixth consecutive year, the brand is championing curiosity, teamwork, and creative problem solving in the STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) field, through supporting science fueled activities that make learning engaging and accessible for all students. With over 100 uses as a versatile, affordable, and accessible product, including at-home science experiments, ARM & HAMMER Baking Soda plays a key role in supporting education anywhere. The brand proudly sponsors events like Odyssey of the Mind, a global creative problem-solving program for students of all ages, where they can foster relationships and show how science can be both fun and educational in and out of the classroom. At this year's event, ARM & HAMMER Baking Soda will host a large, classroom style space dedicated to slime making, where up to 50 students at a time can dive into the science experiment firsthand. Using ARM & HAMMER Baking Soda, students will explore chemical reactions with safe household materials, demonstrating how science can be approachable for all. In addition to making slime, participants will have a chance to write a "Message to the Stars." These messages will be compiled into a 10x10 foot poster display, serving as both a collaborative art project and reminder of the dreams and ideas that power future innovation. Each student who contributes a message will receive a special pin to commemorate their contribution. To round out the experiments, ARM & HAMMER Baking Soda will also support baking soda bottle rocket launch activities using the product, encouraging students to witness science in motion and dream of futures as infinite as space itself. "We're proud to mark our sixth consecutive year partnering with Odyssey of the Mind to inspire curiosity and hands-on learning," said Aaron Greengard, Senior Brand Manager at ARM & HAMMER Baking Soda. "ARM & HAMMER Baking Soda is more than just a household staple, it's a dynamic learning tool that helps students from all backgrounds explore, experiment, and learn both at home and in the classroom." As a supporting partner of the brand, Emily Calandrelli, MIT Aerospace Engineer and Emmy-nominated host known as "Emily the Space Gal," shares ARM & HAMMER Baking Soda's passion for sparking curiosity and encouraging kids to explore STEAM. She'll be cheering on the Odyssey of the Mind community from home and promoting hands-on-learning experiences that can be done with simple, easy to use products. For more information, visit MORE ABOUT ARM & HAMMER™ For over 170 years, ARM & HAMMER™ has delivered trusted products to help families with everyday needs—from cleaning and laundry to personal care and pet essentials. Learn more at ABOUT CHURCH & DWIGHT CO., INC. Church & Dwight Co., Inc. is committed to sustainability, innovation, and providing quality products across a wide portfolio of brands, including ARM & HAMMER™, OxiClean™, TheraBreath™, and more. Visit for details. View source version on Contacts Media Contact: Cat Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Science
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The 100th woman in space: Emily Calandrelli talks about her Blue Origin flight and inspiring the next generation
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. For Emily Calandrelli, known to many as "The Space Gal," the dream of spaceflight began over 20 years ago. Last year, that dream became a reality. As the 100th woman to travel to space, Calandrelli isn't just celebrating personal achievement — she's using her journey to inspire others, uplift underrepresented communities and push the boundaries of STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) accessibility. "Going to space had been something that I had hoped to do … ever since I started studying aerospace engineering," Calandrelli told Flying on Blue Origin's NS-28 suborbital flight "was everything I hoped it would be — and so much more." NS-28, which launched on Nov. 22, 2024, also served as a platform to spotlight issues close to Calandrelli's heart, particularly those affecting her home state of West Virginia. A flash drive she carried into space became a powerful symbol: a zero-gravity indicator filled with nearly 10,000 dreams submitted by followers across the country. With an optional donation for each submission, Calandrelli turned her flight into a fundraiser, carrying people's wishes to the stars while raising over $30,000 for West Virginia's foster care system. " I recognize that going into space is something that is an incredibly privileged thing to do," Calandrelli said, noting that fewer than 700 people have flown to the final frontier. "I always told myself that if I were to have that chance, I would try to use it to uplift others. In West Virginia, kids are entering the foster system at four times the rate of any other state — it's a system that is really pressed for resources, and so I thought, 'How can I help raise money for that?'" Calandrelli adopted the handle "@TheSpaceGal" on social media years before going to space. With her NS-28 flight, she noted, she finally lived up to her nickname. Even more rewarding was becoming the 100th woman in space, which is something she embraces with deep gratitude. "For me, that number was really meaningful. I had a personal goal of trying to be in the first 100 … but to actually be the 100th felt like a bookend to a milestone that was hard fought and hard won — particularly by the women who came before me when it wasn't as popular or accepted," she said. "I feel a lot of gratitude because it was certainly a lot easier for me to achieve this dream than the women who were much earlier in the count." Calandrelli points to commercial spaceflight as a key driver in increasing diversity within the industry, specifically the representation of women and minorities in space exploration. After all, she noted, about 65 of the first 100 women who have flown in space have done so within the last five years, as private spaceflight has really started to ramp up. "I'm hopeful that numbers 101 through 1,000 will come about 10 to 20 times faster," she said. But spaceflight is just one aspect of Calandrelli's broader mission: making science more accessible and exciting to young people and families, especially those without a STEM background. After her Netflix show "Emily's Wonder Lab" came to an end, she launched "Emily's Science Lab" on YouTube, where she continues to share experiments and educational content, making science feel fun and easy for families. "'Emily's Wonder Lab' was my most successful and visible project — it really helped launch my career in children's education. After that got canceled, I really had to take control of my career, because I didn't want to rely on Netflix to continue having the impact that that show was having," she said. "So … I created my own show. Launching that, taking care of that, fostering that community on YouTube has been my biggest pet project right now." With more than four million followers across social media platforms and projects in books, television and even a potential documentary about NS-28, Calandrelli is uniquely positioned to inspire the next generation of scientists. "My goal is to be your scientific BFF. I'm trying to build the tools necessary for families to easily instill science confidence in their kids," Calandrelli said. "I grew up in a family that wasn't in STEM, so I know how intimidating it can be." With the world becoming more scientifically and technologically advanced, Calandrelli believes building "science confidence" in kids is one of the most valuable gifts parents can give. Her advice for parents and educators is to start with relatable role models and simple, hands-on experiments. Related stories: — Blue Origin crew, including history's 100th woman to fly to space, lands safely (video) — 100th woman in space, Emily Calandrelli, stands up to 'small men' on the internet: 'I should have expected this.' — Pioneering women in space: A gallery of astronaut firsts "I always recommend at-home science experiments … with accessible materials like Arm & Hammer baking soda, vinegar and food coloring — stuff you probably already have in your kitchen," she said. "It's a tangible, tactile way for kids to feel like they are a scientist, [and] it helps them see themselves in these roles and careers as they get older." It's also important to approach science from all angles, Calandrelli. Kids learn in different ways, she explained, so a combination of educational videos, books and hands-on experiments can help parents identify what resonates best with their child and use that to make them feel confident in STEM. With her distinct blend of scientific expertise, educational passion, and now, astronaut experience, Calandrelli continues to redefine what it means to be a space explorer — not just someone who leaves Earth, but someone who brings others along for the journey.
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Girl who lost home in Palisades fire meets favorite author
LOS ANGELES COUNTY, Calif. - A 5-year-old who lost her home in the Palisades Fire got a very special surprise. Emily Calandrelli, author and the 100th woman in space, visited Lucy and brought signed copies of the little girl's favorite books that were lost in the fire. "What do you want to me when you grow up?" Calandrelli asked Lucy. "I think a scientist, a cook and someone that makes art," Lucy replied. During the heartwarming encounter, Calandrelli surprised Lucy with a copy of "Reach for the Stars" and a box of the scientist's lab kit. For more information on Emily Calandrelli's work, you can click here.
Yahoo
12-02-2025
- Politics
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Moms are fighting back against TSA's breast milk mistreatment—will this bill finally fix it?
Flying with kids is already stressful—juggling strollers, snacks, and bathroom breaks while rushing to make a flight can feel like an Olympic event. But for parents who breastfeed, the challenges don't stop there. Getting breast milk and pumping supplies through TSA can be an unpredictable ordeal, with parents sometimes being forced to throw out milk or check essential equipment. Now, a bipartisan group of senators is pushing for a fix. Democratic Sen. Tammy Duckworth of Illinois, along with Sens. Mazie Hirono (D-HI), Ted Cruz (R-TX), and Steve Daines (R-MT), has reintroduced the BABES Enhancement Act, which aims to make air travel smoother for breastfeeding parents. The bill would require the TSA to establish clearer, updated guidelines on handling breast milk and pumping equipment and ensure that agents follow them consistently. 'Far too often, traveling moms are mistreated and wrongfully denied access to their breast milk and the breastfeeding equipment they need to pump and feed their babies,' Duckworth said in a statement to The 19th. If you've ever flown with kids, you know how complicated it can be. Parents already deal with long security lines, cranky toddlers, and the stress of keeping everyone entertained in a tiny airplane seat. Add to that the uncertainty of whether TSA will properly handle breast milk or let essential cooling packs through, and the situation becomes even more overwhelming. Even though breast milk and infant formula are supposed to be exempt from TSA's strict liquid regulations, parents frequently report inconsistent enforcement. Some have been forced to dump their milk, while others have had ice packs confiscated, making it impossible to safely store pumped milk during travel. Science TV host Emily Calandrelli went viral in 2022 after sharing how she was forced to check her cold packs at LAX, leaving her without a safe way to transport her milk. Actress Keke Palmer has also spoken out about experiencing 'breast milk discrimination' at airport security. These stories reflect the frustration many parents feel when they are just trying to feed their babies while traveling. Related: Emily Calandrelli's 'horrible' TSA experience inspires new breastfeeding bill for traveling moms The BABES Enhancement Act already passed the Senate last year but stalled in the House. Now that it's been reintroduced, lawmakers are hoping to push it across the finish line. If you want to support the bill, you can: Call or email your representative and ask them to back the BABES Enhancement Act. Share your own experiences traveling with breast milk on social media to raise awareness. Support organizations advocating for better maternal and family travel policies. 'Moms have enough on their plates without having to battle TSA. If you've faced challenges traveling with breast milk, sharing your story could help push this bill forward. Let's make air travel easier for parents—because feeding our babies shouldn't come with obstacles. Related: Breastfeeding mamas: This new law is going to make traveling SO much easier
