Care homes need to keep infections at bay. This is a big job, and it can be tough. Germs can cause serious harm, and it's crucial to stop them from spreading. A lot of people don't realize that infections can be prevented. If we can reduce infections by 30%, we're talking about saving lives. Digita
Imagine a fish that looks like a silver ribbon with bright orange fins. This is the oarfish, a deep-sea dweller that has a mysterious reputation. Recently, one of these unusual fish washed up on the shores of Lanzarote in the Canary Islands. The locals were surprised, and some even feared that this
The Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands are experiencing more frequent marine heatwaves (MHWs). These heatwaves are caused by large-scale weather and ocean patterns that lead to rapid warming. This warming has significant impacts on marine life, especially seaweed. Seaweed, or macroalgae
Ningbo, a bustling city in China, has seen its urban areas grow rapidly. This growth has taken a toll on the natural environment. To tackle this, experts decided to create ecological networks. These networks help connect different parts of the landscape, protect various species, and support the regi
Microsoft had big plans to change how you sign in to your Microsoft account. They wanted to keep you signed in automatically, unless you chose to sign out or used private browsing. This news was shared with Outlook. com users through a notification and a support article that has since been taken dow
Climate change is shaking things up. The timing of natural events, like when plants turn green or birds migrate, is changing. This can cause problems. Different species rely on each other. When one species' schedule shifts, it can throw off the timing for others in the food web. This is called
There's no denying it—our world is getting hotter, and not just because of global warming. With more people on the planet, we're using more energy to stay comfortable. This means more heating and cooling, which isn't great for the environment. Traditional systems for managing temperature use a lot o
Germany is at a crossroads. Once a powerhouse of industry, the country now faces a stagnant economy. The old ways, relying on cheap Russian gas and big exports to China, are no longer working. The next government, which will be chosen in an election, has a big job ahead: fixing the economy.
Breathing is something we do all the time, but did you know that how you breathe can change how your blood flows? A recent study took a close look at this. They wanted to see if different breathing patterns could affect blood flow right away in healthy adults. The study focused on two types of breat
In Southern Africa, livestock farming is a big deal for food security and rural communities. But there's a big problem: the feed for these animals changes with the seasons, and not in a good way. When the dry season hits, plants die back, and leaves fall off trees. This means less food for the anima
