CNN 5 Things 5 Good Things: 100 Men vs. 1 Gorilla: An Expert’s Take on Viral Debate
May 3, 2025
Young robotics engineers in California show incredible resilience after a wildfire, ultimately reaching the Robotics World Championship. A primatologist discusses the controversial 100 men versus a gorilla debate, highlighting gorilla conservation. In Montana, a mother-daughter duo drives positive change with a new law against drunk driving. An adventurous miniature dachshund survives alone in the wild for over a year. Plus, experts explore innovative methods for growing food in space, including the use of bioreactors for sustainable astronauts' meals.
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Students Rebuild Robots After Fire
- Marquez Charter Elementary students rebuilt their robots after the school's destruction by wildfires.
- They rebuilt faster, improved designs, and qualified for the Robotics World Championship.
Gorillas: Gentle Giants Fighting Extinction
- Silverback gorillas are incredibly strong but mostly peaceful vegetarians, known as Gentle Giants.
- The real challenge for gorillas is survival, not fighting humans, as they are critically endangered.
Positive Approach to Fight Drunk Driving
- Use positive reinforcement to prevent drunk driving by thanking sober drivers with gift cards.
- Community engagement and new laws like Bobby's Law can change drunk driving culture effectively.