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Psychology says people who constantly compare themselves to others aren't just overthinking: Researchers say the modern world may be pushing the human mind beyond what it evolved for

Feeling inadequate scrolling through social media? A new study suggests it's not personal insecurity, but an 'evolutionary mismatch.' Our brains, wired for small, familiar groups, struggle with the constant social comparisons of modern, dense, and digital life. This can lead to stress and a feeling of perpetual competition, impacting mental…

The Economic Times

Why houses in the Philippines stand on wooden stilts to survive floods, typhoons and extreme heat

Long before concrete and steel arrived in the Philippines, Filipino communities had already worked out how to live comfortably in a hot, humid and flood-prone archipelago; they simply raised their houses off the ground. The bahay kubo, or nipa hut, is the clearest example, a small home built from bamboo,…

The Times of India

This award-winning drone photo juxtaposes the small scale of humans against our “massive impact” on the environment

Biology PhD uses a camera drone to tell the eye-opening story of human impact on freshwater ecosystems, winning a Scientists at Work photo award

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Switzerland began planting black locust trees around 1750 to stabilise eroded hillsides and railway embankments, but today scientists say the invasive trees are replacing species-rich grasslands and changing their soil chemistry

A tree once lauded for its environmental benefits in Switzerland has become an ecological menace. Introduced for erosion control, the Black Locust now invades species-rich grasslands, altering soil and crowding out native plants. This invasive species, useful historically, now poses a significant threat to biodiversity, presenting a conservation paradox for…

The Times of India

'E20 safe for all vehicles, can solve energy, farm woes': Toyota's Vikram Gulati

India's push for E20 fuel, compatible with all vehicles sold after April 2023, aims to bolster energy security, aid farmers, and combat climate change. Toyota Kirloskar Motor's Vikram Gulati highlighted the program's success in saving billions and boosting farmer incomes. He also addressed misconceptions, stating E20 poses minimal risk to…

The Economic Times

Fragrance Sensitivity Is Reshaping Public Spaces as the Scent-Free Space Trend Grows

The demand for a scent-free space is rising as awareness of fragrance sensitivity grows. Learn the benefits, challenges, and future of fragrance-free environments.

Fashion Times

How Leopards Across India Have Quietly Colonised Cities and Why Nobody Notices Them

The Biology That Makes Invisibility PossibleLeopards see in light conditions six times dimmer than what a human eye needs to function. Their retinas carry a high density of rod cells and a reflective layer called the tapetum lucidum, which bounces available light back through the photoreceptors a second time. At…

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How Chronic Stress Quietly Destroys Male Fertility, Testosterone, and Sperm Health

The Cortisol-Testosterone Trade-off Nobody ExplainsWhen the body perceives sustained threat, a deadline that never ends, financial pressure, fractured sleep, it prioritises cortisol production above almost everything else. Cortisol and testosterone are both synthesised from the same precursor: cholesterol. Under chronic stress, the body effectively redirects that raw material toward cortisol…

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6 Prostate Health Habits Every Indian Man Over 40 Should Build Into His Daily Routine

Eat More Cooked TomatoesThe lycopene in tomatoes, the antioxidant that gives them their red colour, is more bioavailable after cooking than raw. The Harvard Health Professionals Follow-up Study found that men who consumed tomato-based foods more than twice a week had a 23% lower risk of prostate cancer compared to…

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Mongolian proverb of the day: 'A horse knows the road, even if its rider does not' — A lesson in instinct, memory, and inherited wisdom across the steppe

Mongolian nomads possess profound wisdom captured in sayings such as 'A horse knows the road, even if its rider does not.' This proverb illustrates that the inherent understanding gained through generations often trumps individual insight. Horses, essential allies across the expansive steppes, innately follow traditional paths, reflecting a rich legacy…

The Times of India

Ideas & Innovations, LLC, Launches Patented, Eco-Friendly, Print-on-Demand Gift Card Kiosks Across High-Traffic U.S. Locations.

Revolutionary self-service kiosks bring digital gift cards into retail for the first time, creating incremental sales, eliminating fraud, and helping save the environment while partnering with eGifter, InComm Payments, USIO, and several unnamed major Fintech companies sending out their own releases.

International Business Times

Heated debate: When air conditioning became political in France

Tens of millions of people suffered and thousands died during a historic heatwave in France. As the temperatures rose while the days stretched on, media attention invariably turned to air conditioning, a rare technology in France. In this edition of FRANCE 24's media show "Scoop", we look at media coverage…

France 24

The United States in the 1800s planted thousands of tamarisk trees to stabilise riverbanks, but scientists now say they have spread across the American West, replacing native cottonwood forests and reshaping entire river ecosystems

Once hailed as a solution for erosion and dry lands, tamarisk is now a controversial invasive species in the US. Historical shifts in perception, driven by water scarcity and environmental concerns, led to its 'monstering' as a primary ecological villain. However, modern research suggests its impact, particularly on water consumption,…

The Times of India

Farmed wetlands in southern Brazil left frogs with more blood-cell damage, and the aquatic species was hit hardest, hinting at a wider hidden cost of agriculture

Frogs in southern Brazil's agricultural wetlands are showing significant DNA damage, a new study reveals. Aquatic species like Pseudis minuta are particularly affected, with higher rates of blood cell abnormalities linked to agricultural runoff. This silent genetic harm highlights how farming practices can impact wildlife beyond visible signs, underscoring the…

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Israel in the early 1900s planted millions of pine trees to green barren hills, but ecologists later found many native Mediterranean habitats had disappeared beneath them

Massive tree-planting campaigns in Israel, once hailed as environmental triumphs, have inadvertently caused significant ecological damage. Studies reveal that dense pine forests have displaced native scrublands and grasslands, leading to a drastic loss of biodiversity. Ecologists now advocate for conserving existing open ecosystems rather than introducing new forests, highlighting the…

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A year with zero deaths on its streets: How Helsinki became a world reference for road safety

With around 1.4 million inhabitants, the Helsinki metropolitan area has achieved an unquestionable milestone in road safety. What can other EU capitals and big cities learn from its success story?

The Independent UK

Entire row of terraced houses to be demolished after grandmother died in flooding

Chesterfield Borough Council said the demolition at Tapton Terrace was ’the only effective and viable’ solution

The Economic Times

Quote of the Day by Gisele Bündchen: 'I believe that we can choose to live in heaven or hell right here...'- Inspiring lessons on mindset, self-awareness, and the power of creating our own reality by the world-renowned model known for her trailblazing signature runway "horse walk," and her prominent environmental activism

Gisele Bündchen quote: Supermodel Gisele Bündchen believes our inner world dictates our experience of life, stating we can choose to live in 'heaven or hell' right here on Earth. Her journey from rural Brazil to global fame highlights a philosophy of mindfulness and personal responsibility. Bündchen's message emphasizes that while…

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Reason

HHS Video That Depicted HHS Group Director Wearing Allegedly Anti-Israel Symbols Wasn't Actionable Workplace Harassment

An excerpt from Openden v. Kennedy, decided Tuesday by Judge Adam Abelson (D. Md.): In June 2024, the Centers for… The post HHS Video That Depicted HHS Group Director Wearing Allegedly Anti-Israel Symbols Wasn't Actionable Workplace Harassment appeared first on Reason.com.

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How Bats Use Echolocation to Navigate Darkness and the Sonar Science That Changed Architecture

The call that comes back as a mapA bat leaving its roost at dusk emits ultrasound pulses at frequencies between 20 and 200 kilohertz, well above the ceiling of human hearing, which tops out around 20 kHz. Each pulse lasts between 0.2 and 100 milliseconds. The echo that bounces back…

The Economic Times

African proverb of the day: 'The forest not only hides man's enemies but is full of man's medicine, healing power and...' - this thought-provoking African saying teaches life lessons on importance of our environment and why nature is humanity's greatest resource

African proverb of the day: An African saying highlights humanity's deep reliance on nature, emphasizing that even seemingly dangerous environments like forests offer vital resources for survival and well-being. This proverb teaches us to look beyond immediate fears and recognize the hidden gifts and healing powers nature provides.

The Conversation

Could this asteroid be a piece of the Moon? A Chinese spacecraft is about to find out

The Moon is not the only natural object travelling through space alongside Earth. Several small asteroids travel around the Sun in near lockstep with our planet. And just like Earth, these space rocks also take a year to complete a full orbit. Today, we know of eight such “quasi-moons” or…

Kids Ain't Cheap

What Families Lose When Moving From Public School IEPs to Private Voucher Schools

For many families, school voucher programs offer the promise of greater educational choice and a learning environment that better fits their child’s needs. That promise can be appealing, especially for parents of children with disabilities who are searching for smaller class sizes or specialized programs. However, one important detail is…

Bangkok Post

Digital choices shape kids' health

From social media and online gaming to generative AI systems, digital environments are powerful determinants of people's health. That is especially true of children and young people. Around the world, childhood is being reprogrammed by digital technologies that shape how young people learn, play, and connect.

France 24

Unprecedented images show how Russia is using drones from the war in Ukraine in Africa

Russian mercenaries from the Africa Corps, which has replaced the well-known Wagner Group in providing support to the Malian army, are deploying new combat drones in Mali. Frequently found on the frontlines in Ukraine, these drones are now entering the Sahel region – an environment for which they were not…

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