IA and microplastics

Microplastics: the invisible threat to human health

Microplastics have become a constant presence in our daily environment, infiltrating air, water, soil, and even food. Invisible to the naked eye, these tiny particles—less than 0.2 inches (5 millimeters) in size—result from the degradation of plastic products or are intentionally produced for industrial use. In recent years, scientists have...

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Health & Nutrition

The superfoods hiding in your pantry (and why they’re better than trendy powders)

You open your pantry. You scan the fridge. That forgotten bag of seeds behind the pasta? That spice you only...

Drinking water
Health & Nutrition

Fluoride and kids’ brains: new study challenges decades of concerns

Fluoride, a staple in water fluoridation programs and toothpaste, is well-known for preventing tooth decay. But for decades, it has...

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Hair loss: causes and solutions

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Atlantic Salmon and drugs
Animals

Pharmaceutical pollution and its unexpected effect on young salmon

A new study from Sweden demonstrates how pharmaceutical pollution can play a major role in dictating the migratory behavior of...

Corona Island
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Corona Island: a paradise or just a luxury eco-tourism gimmick?

In the heart of the Caribbean Sea, off the coast of Colombia, Corona Island has officially opened its doors. This...

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Lifestyle

Shein’s factory practices: the hidden costs of cheap fashion

At the heart of Guangzhou, China, is a region named Panyu, now infamous as the “Shein village.” There, over 5,000...

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Buying an electric car may not reduce your carbon footprint after all

Purchasing an electric vehicle in hopes of reducing one’s environmental impact may not always be the right choice, at least...

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Lifestyle

The world’s top 10 most stressful cities

When it comes to urban stress, some cities have gained notoriety for the pressures they place on their inhabitants. One...

Kellogg's breakfast cereals
Health & Nutrition

Texas attorney general investigates Kellogg’s over artificial food dyes

The Attorney General of Texas, Ken Paxton, has launched an investigation into Kellogg’s. The accusation is that the company continues...

Artificial intelligence disinformation
Science & Technology

AI vs. the climate: tool for change or ticking time bomb?

The European Union is racing to become carbon neutral by 2050, aiming to balance sustainability with economic competitiveness. Artificial Intelligence...

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