Not washing your clothes is the latest fashion trend

Uber's new copter service; Wool bathing suits; Smoking astronauts Heya, Happy Friday. We finally made [Compass] [Presented by]( [On our sleeves | Nationwide Children's]( Uber’s new copter service; Wool bathing suits; Smoking astronauts Heya, Happy Friday. We finally made it. Facebook is reportedly working on [a blockchain coin]( which is … certainly something. Also, the construction company Caterpillar is [suing a small coffeeshop]( for some reason. And there’s a lot more to read about today! Uber looks toward the sky Earlier this week, news broke that Uber is [planning on launching]( its own copter service. Finally! A way for rich New York Uber users to spend $200 and avoid the riffraff who drive on the ground. For years, Uber has talked about its beyond-cars plans, and flying has been a part of them. But helicopters aren’t quite as dazzling as, say, autonomous flying vehicles. So what is Uber’s plan with its [new copter service]( If we look at other, similar services, we can get a sense of what Uber is doing. It is essentially introducing itself as a provider of these kinds of high-end helicopter rides. The truth of the matter is that new kinds of flying technology won’t be available for years. What Uber needs to do in the meantime is [establish itself as a high-flying player first]( and then scale its tech offerings. A MESSAGE FROM NATIONWIDE CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL [Why every business leader should care about childhood mental health]( [Why every business leader should care about childhood mental health]( Since 1 in 5 children experience a serious mental illness, many families must deal with it. Talking openly about the issue not only helps to remove any stigma related to it, but it’s also good business practice. If a child is struggling with mental illness, it is sure to remain on a parent’s mind throughout the workday. Nationwide’s commitment to its associates is what makes the company’s focus on mental health a natural fit. And it’s why the company supports On Our Sleeves, a national movement dedicated to raising awareness of and addressing the stigma around childhood mental illness. [www.fastcompany.com]( • [Share]( Today's quote: [A woman's chronic illness led her to found her own company:]( [A woman's chronic illness led her to found her own company:]( “The more that we have this conversation around chronic illness, the less stigmatized it’s going to be, just like it has been for other [diversity] groups. I shouldn’t have to sacrifice my health for what I’m passionate about. That’s why we’re working on educating employers. I shouldn’t have to worry about hiding that I have Lyme, because it is a part of me.” - Hannah Olson Read more: [How my chronic illness inspired me to start my first business at 22]( [www.fastcompany.com]( • [Share]( 43 days until the Moon: [Blast off and light up]( [Blast off and light up]( We’re counting down the days until the 50th anniversary of the first Moon walk. Here’s today’s look into space history … During the years when the moon missions were becoming a reality, one ubiquitous thing was igniting the nation: cigarettes. Nearly everyone smoked—from Mission Control to even some astronauts. Though they may seem like a mere set piece, cigarettes were an important and persistent part of the culture that heralded this new Space Age. Read more: [Why you can’t talk about the Moon landing without mentioning cigarettes]( [www.fastcompany.com]( • [Share]( Today's fashion trend: [Not washing your clothes]( [Not washing your clothes]( A new wave of fashion startups make clothing that requires less cleaning. The companies looked at what makes the items dirty—for instance, sweat—and created materials that resisted these factors. These clothes need only be cleaned every few weeks, which I’m sure scares the laundry detergent lobby to its core. Read more: [The next big thing in fashion? Not washing your clothes]( [www.fastcompany.com]( • [Share]( More from us: - [How “The Last Black Man in San Francisco” depicts gentrification in a whole new way]( - [The code that powers our lives has a hidden environmental toll]( (Co.Design) - [These hilarious plastic grocery bags will teach you to never forget your tote]( - [So you think you’re smart? Radiolab’s new podcast may make you think again]( (News) What else we're reading: - [The promise and problem of fake meat]( (The New Republic) - “[I’ve paid a huge personal cost”: Google walkout organizer resigns over alleged retaliation]( (The Guardian) Today's final image: [This bathing suit is made out of … wool]( That’s all, folks. Have a great weekend! Do you have suggestions or tips? [Email me]( Or [tweet me]( —Cale This newsletter was written by [Cale Guthrie Weissman](. Feedback We’d love to hear your thoughts about Compass. [Click here]( to give us feedback. And here’s [more information]( about Fast Company’s Compass newsletter. Did you enjoy this issue? [Fast Company] You can [update your details here](. If you don’t want to receive Compass anymore, [unsubscribe here]( If you were forwarded Compass and like it, [subscribe here]( [View this newsletter online]( Powered by [Revue]( 7 World Trade Center, 29th Floor, New York, NY 10007-2195