earth day roundup

In honor of Earth Day, a brilliant technology to turn salt water into fresh with a couple of clay pots and the sun.
A number of contests for you artist types:
Female screenwriters over 40 have until June 1 to enter a lab funded by Meryl Streep.
Mark Twain humor writing contest—not sure why the kid's prize is less than the adult's. Enter by July 10.
Nature photography awards from Lens Culture. Enter now! Submissions accepted til April 30.
And you have until May 15 to submit your photographs of insects for the entomolological society's calendar.
AND  In case you missed it, the fabulous high diving giraffes video.
Just for fun, a viral Singaporean spoof "I am so stunned like vegetable."