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Happy Eco News Many Hands Make a Garden Grow What began as a patch of lawn in Edwardsville, Illinois, the Good Dirt Community Garden has grown into a volunteer-powered community hub producing food for local pantries, hosting composting workshops, supporting native pollinators, and partnering with schools and civic groups across Southern Illinois.
70 years ago today, the MGM musical comedy High Society was released. Starring Bing Crosby and a young Frank Sinatra, it was the first time the pair ever collaborated. It was a musical remake of Philadelphia Story, and was the last role for leading lady Grace Kelly before she left Hollywood to become Princess of
Heath wins for El Salvador and Cambodia, a ‘step forward for ocean protection’, and an elusive new species, plus more
The expansive mudflats, sandy beaches, and mangrove forests of the Bijagós archipelago support an array of migratory shorebirds and large numbers of sea turtles.
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The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued its first comprehensive guidance on how psychedelic drugs should best be studied in clinical trials, signalling a shift toward recognizing the potential of these therapeutics. The report also outlines what's needed to see promising compounds approved.
Wildlife protection frameworks in both the EU and the UK need stronger and more consistent implementation—and must recognize animals as "individuals capable of experiencing suffering," rather than mere ecological assets.
Soccer Star Erling Haaland Donates Rare 16th-Century Viking Book Worth $135K to His Hometown Library Over the last few years, Norwegian soccer star Erling Haaland has become one of the most beloved athletes in the world for his daring play style, discipline, and funny personality. He has also become an icon in his home country, where he is the national team’s all-time top scorer.
The US and Canadian governments recently approved a plan for the transfer of captive beluga whales which have been stranded for years at a closed theme park. Shuttered years ago when the captivity for intelligent marine mammals became too controversial, Ontario’s Marineland still contained 30 beluga whales in need of new, more ethical homes. Located
Researchers from Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf (HHU) and Kiel University (CAU) have examined immune system function in an early-branching animal—a sea anemone. They discovered that the immune systems of these animals can selectively distinguish between different microorganisms, protecting beneficial bacteria from harmful bacteria—an ability that has been attributed only to vertebrates to date. So-called "nematosomes" play an important role in this process.
Charles III reportedly had a say in the stylistic switch, which rearranged and added artworks by the likes of Rembrandt, Rubens, Vermeer and Van Dyck
Archaeologists Discover 1,600-Year-Old Roman Guardian Sculpture at Ancient Fort Near Hadrian’s Wall View this post on Instagram A post shared by Vindolanda (@officialvindolandatrust) On June 16, 2026, Dr. Andrew Birley, director of excavations at Vindolanda, was excavating a fourth-century Roman barrack when he came across a beautifully preserved sandstone statue depicting a protective guardian spirit.
They are the cell's "gatekeepers": specialized proteins, known as transporters, selectively control which substances enter a cell and which do not. Researchers at the University of Münster and the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens have investigated these transporters in a specific case: the UapA transporter of the model fungus Aspergillus nidulans. The findings are not only relevant to cell biology but could also offer new approaches to treating fungal infections.
Look at These Edible Ice Cream Sculptures Served at a Renaissance-Themed Party View this post on Instagram A post shared by Cassie LaMere Events (@cassielamereevents) As summer enters full swing and the days keep getting hotter, ice cream makes for the perfect sweet treat.
If you were to rip open a tattered matchbox, what might you find hidden in its confines?
Some economists suspect that the technology's widespread adoption has reduced in-person interactions and increased access to pornography and information on birth control, leading to less unprotected sex
A new study published in Nature Communications reveals a hidden source of antibiotic resistance, providing an early warning sign for researchers and public health officials.
For the most train-dependent transportation system in the world, the debut of its first high-speed or “bullet” train, is now tantalizingly close. It’s set to begin phased passenger operations starting from August 15th, 2027, provided there are no more delays to the project. Set to connect the financial center of Mumbai with Ahmedabad in the
Bacteria can defend themselves against antibiotics with the help of an enzyme released by dying cells, according to a study by a team from the Institute for Biological Physics at the University of Cologne and Wageningen University & Research published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. This discovery helps scientists understand bacterial survival mechanisms and improve the effectiveness of antibiotics.
Suspended Rings Float Through an Industrial Hall in Kinetic Light Installation Spanish artist SpY has unveiled a mesmerizing new installation for the 2026 NUR International Media Art Festival in Kazan, Russia. Titled CYCLES N2, the large-scale work suspends 15 illuminated rings above a dramatic hall lined with glowing red ramps.
Humans' futile control of time forms the basis of a new suite of works in Padeu's solo show at Larkin Durey.
Keith Haring’s Celebrates His Global Reach Best known for his vibrant pop-inspired street art of the 1980s, Keith Haring was a pioneer in bringing “high” art into public spaces. He transformed the way contemporary art could exist beyond museums and galleries.
Scientists have detected a simple sugar found in raspberries within the gas and dust at the center of the Milky Way. It’s the first time a sugar molecule has been identified in interstellar media, having previously been found in our solar system on asteroids. Called erythrulose, it’s found in raspberries and suntan lotion, but the
Cadmium (Cd) contamination poses a serious threat to global food safety. As a toxic and carcinogenic heavy metal, cadmium can accumulate in agricultural soils through industrialization and urbanization before entering the human food chain. Rice is especially vulnerable because it absorbs more cadmium than other major cereal crops, making it one of the largest dietary sources of cadmium exposure for nearly half the world's population.