It's time to save the planet

"Saving the Everglades, one tegu at a time." 10/23/18 Fighting to Save the Everglades The Florida Everglades have long been plagued by invasive species. However, in recent years a particularly menacing new threat has emerged— an Argentinian lizard known as a tegu. No one knows for certain how the reptiles made it to the area, but their population has exploded to a problematic high. Join wildlife biologist Wes Larson on a mission across the United States to find the next generation of conservationists. Stay tuned for a new story in our latest series, "Mission Wild," every day this week. Decked Out in Wedding Silver In migrant Miao culture, silver is more than just a piece of jewelry—its symbolism runs deep through tradition, history and experience. As a migrant minority, the Miao people historically used silver as a method to carry their wealth. Today, it is considered a good luck charm and a symbol of high status. Parents begin to collect pieces of silver for their daughters from the moment they are born. On their wedding day, Miao women wear incredible headdresses, accessories and clothing handmade with silver. This Great Big Story was inspired by Genesis. The Truffle Kingpin of New York City At only 24 years old, Ian Purkayastha is responsible for providing 90 percent of New York's fine dining restaurants with the highest quality truffles. He's been peddling the fungi out of his backpack to the likes of Eleven Madison Park, Le Bernadin and other Michelin-starred restaurants for over nine years.   This Great Big Story was made possible by Hennessy Paradis Imperial.  View this email in your browser.  Copyright © 2018 Great Big Story, LLC, All rights reserved.You are receiving this message because you subscribed to the Great Big Story newsletter. Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list