Water covers most of Earth but most humans still build on land. That’s changing as architects try new ways to live above water without planting foundations into the mud. Instead of digging deep into the ground, these buildings use hollow concrete boxes or recycled plastic barrels to stay afloat. The
Municipality Finance Plc has just issued an extra £50 million of debt, boosting the total size of its existing bond series to £425 million. The new portion will mature on 1 February 2028 and carries a fixed interest rate of 4. 625 % per year. This addition is part of the company’s larger €50 billio
Water is a precious resource, and scientists are working hard to make filters that can clean it faster and more reliably. One type of filter, called a nanofiltration membrane, is especially good at separating useful molecules from waste. The key to making these membranes work well lies in the tiny b
Municipality Finance Plc, one of Finland’s biggest credit firms, announced it will issue a €1 billion bond on 24 February 2026. The note matures on 14 June 2033 and pays a fixed interest rate of 2. 750% per year. The bond is part of a €50 billion debt‑raising plan that the company has been runnin
Water treatment just got a boost from a tiny element: sulfur. Scientists have been working on ways to make water treatment more effective and eco-friendly. They've come up with a new electrode that uses sulfur to make two key processes work better. These processes are ozone production and chlorine c
Water from homes travels through pipes to a treatment plant. There, it goes through several steps to become clean again. First, large items like sticks and plastic are removed. Then, in the primary treatment, oils and greases float to the top, while solids sink to the bottom. Next, bacteria help bre
Water leaks in pipes are a big deal. They waste water and cost money. But what makes these leaks happen? It's not just about pressure. There's a sneaky factor called cavitation. Cavitation is when tiny bubbles form and collapse in water. It can change how water flows through leaks. This study looke
Water pollution is a big problem. Harmful metals like lead, mercury, and cadmium often end up in our water. These metals can come from factories and other industries. They can hurt people, animals, and the environment. Scientists are working on ways to find these metals in water. One cool method us
Waterbury Hospital is on the brink of a major change. UConn Health has stepped in with a bid to take over the hospital, which could prevent its closure. This move comes after the hospital's current owner, Prospect Medical Holdings, filed for bankruptcy. The takeover could mean better healthcare for
Water is super important for your body, but it also plays a big role in how you feel mentally. New studies show that not drinking enough water can make you feel more stressed and even increase the risk of depression. This is especially true for teenagers. When you don't drink enough water, your bod
