‘Huh’ and Other Universal Words That Need No Translation
Some words, passing from one language to another, take on completely different expressions. Some of them are almost untranslatable. On the contrary, other words almost need no translation, because they sound strangely similar everywhere. Just like “huh”, “coffee” and “ok”. But also like “guitar”!
Feeling Tired All The Time? Here Are Some Natural Remedies
There are several natural remedies that can give more energy, both physical and mental. Among them are the foods we bring to the table. Nutritious, low in fat and calories, they stimulate the metabolism, improve the mood and recharge the batteries. Rice, red fruit, honey and chocolate are only some of these.
Even Plants Have a Nervous System To Communicate Stress
A minor cabbage larva bites and swallows a piece of leaf. Immediately afterwards, a wave of light propagates in what remains of the plant, as if to signal the attack in progress. This is the alarm system that plants use to activate hormonal defence mechanisms, the last bastion against parasites. This signalling mechanism is nothing more than the “nervous system” of the plants.
3 Smart Inventions That Come From the Great Depression
Necessity is the mother of inventions. This is also what happened during the Great Depression. It was one of the worst financial crises in modern history, after the collapse of Wall Street in 1929. At that time there were the conditions for small and big ideas to take shape or spread on a large scale, sometimes changing our lives. Among them there were the zipper and even the tale of the 3 Little Pigs.
Turn Old Jeans into Something New with These Ideas
Reducing our ecological footprint also involves reducing waste and recycling. For example, if you’re renovating your wardrobe, don’t throw away the clothes you no longer use. Old jeans in particular are perfect for recycling. Jeans are very durable and versatile, so we can reuse them in many ways. For example, we can create home storage projects out of jeans, as well as new piece of clothing or bags.
Termites Built Their Own Underground City Over the Centuries
One of the largest and most complex megalopolises on Earth is almost unknown. And it wasn’t built by man, but by termites. We are in Brazil, particularly in the forest of Caatinga. Here scientists have used satellite images to calculate the size of the expanse of earth mounds raised by termites. They discovered that there are about 200 million earth cones up to 8 feet high and up to 30 feet wide. And all these together cover an area of about 90,000 square miles. In other words, it’s about the size of UK.
How Some Remote Populations Have Incredible Superpowers
Some people have abilities that resemble the superpowers of comic book or science fiction movie characters. Instead, they are widespread in remote populations, as a result of adaptation and the secular work of some geniuses. Moreover, by studying these secret abilities, scientists could develop a cure for some diseases.
Coronavirus, the first 6 confirmed cases in Italy
Italy has confirmed it’s first six cases of Coronavirus, the virus that can cause a variety of illnesses from the common cold to more severe diseases.
Savings Tips That Do Not Actually Save You Money
One of the most common objections to an environmentally sustainable lifestyle is that it is too expensive. In reality, reducing environmental impact and saving often goes hand in hand. However, people often engage in behavior that they believe they are convenient but which unfortunately end up being counterproductive. Even when it comes to savings tips, there are many false myths that die hard, like that washing dishes by hand saves money compared to using a dishwasher.
5 Reasons Why Contact with Nature Make Us Feel Good
Most of us spend most of our day indoors, like the workplace. Often without even doing much physical exercise. This condition can, in the long run, lead to more or less important health problems. But it only takes a few minutes a day to take a “green bath” and recover from the daily routine. Among the benefits of contact with nature there are: stress reduction, increased vitality and creativity, increased attention in children and also improved memory.
Galileo Galilei, the Italian who ‘Literally’ Revolutionized Science
When we raise our eyes to a starry sky, we more or less all know what we are looking at. There are stars, planets and celestial rotations. The universe is still very mysterious, but at least we know what we are dealing with. Much of our knowledge is in fact due to the research of ancient scholars. They have challenged the beliefs of their time to analyze natural phenomena and discover the secrets of the world. Galileo Galilei is one of these pioneers of physics and astronomy.
The Most Sustainable Materials for Ecological Flooring at Home
There are many elements that make a home ecological. Yet one of the main sources of domestic pollution is building materials. In fact, using natural materials for floors allows you to have a healthier air in your home first and foremost. This is due to the fact that wood and stone do not release harmful substances, unlike synthetic floors.
There Is a Vast Unexplored Cave Down in Canada
In Canada there is a huge unexplored cave. The dream of every speleologist has emerged from the snows of British Columbia. The entrance alone is about 330 feet wide. It seems that no one has ever entered the cave – not least because you can’t see the bottom.
Buying on eBay: a practical guide
Buying on ebay can produce incredible results, from finding rare collectible items to getting the very best deals: here’s a buyer’s guide.
Four Border Wars Around the World That Nobody Talks About
We call them border wars. They are the conflicts between nations, large and small, that take place close to an unshared border. Fortunately, not all border wars result in armed conflict, as they did at the time of the Falkland War or as the eternal Israeli-Palestinian conflict. On the contrary, most of the time states limit themselves to non-violent claims. Some of these “wars” have ancient origins, others are the result of recent landslides.
Watch What You Eat: 5 Ingredients Harmful to Your Health
We should always consume fresh, home-cooked food. However, we often prefer packaged products for convenience or for a short time. Industrial food labels, however, often have a long list of ingredients, most of which are incomprehensible to non-experts. What we know, however, is that some of them are harmful to our health, such as aluminium additives, artificial dyes, aspartame.
Fewer and Fewer Large Rivers Run Free to the Sea Because of Humans
Large rivers that flow uninterrupted from their origin to their mouth are now rare. A study published in Nature shows that two thirds of the longest rivers on Earth suffer one or more “setbacks”. This is due to the presence of dams, reservoirs, flow regulation interventions or other forms of artificial dams. Based on this data, it is clear that we need a change. In fact, we must consider that large waterways provide food security for hundreds of millions of people.
A beginners guide to cricket: how it works
Cricket is a strange game that originated in England centuries ago. It has many rules so we’ll just lead you through a beginner’s guide on how it works.
10 species that have gone extinct in the last 20 years
As the human population increases and climate change and global warming become more prevalent, here’s 10 species to have recently gone extinct.
Brexit negotiations: the two sides will ‘rip each other apart’
Following Britain’s confirmed exit from the EU on the 31st January, French foreign minister, Jean-Yves Le Drian warns of tough Brexit negotiations.
Origin of Religion: Were They Born Before or After Complex Societies?
For a long time people thought that gods watching over human actions were necessary for developing societies on a large scale. In a small community where everyone knows each other, it is impossible not to notice uncooperative behavior. But when the number of people increases, it can be more difficult to detect an anti-social attitude. To facilitate cooperation, there was a need for a “surveillance system”, that is, gods. However, collective faith in supernatural and moralizing entities is a consequence of the development of structured civilizations, not its engine, as has long been hypothesized.
What is Britain’s national dish?
For a nation that has absorbed the cuisines of almost every country around the world, it is difficult to define but what is Britain’s national dish?
Stay Away From Hair Dyes that Contain These 3 Ingredients
Hair dyes are one of the most used products by women. However, after the many alerts about health risks raised by experts, many wonder if it is best to change their habits. Unfortunately, it is not enough to look for ammonia-free hair dyes to take cover. In fact, ammonia is not the worst ingredient. Dyes contain an endless list of chemical ingredients, as well as powerful allergens.
Storm Dennis hits the UK just days after storm Ciara
Just days after Storm Ciara, Storm Dennis has hit the UK. With extreme flood warnings and flood alerts issued over the country, here’s an overview.
How Climate Change Affects Rainfall Today in Our Hemisphere
How is climate change affecting rainfall today? Researchers at the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) have tried to answer this question. To do so, they have developed an innovative approach, based on precipitation weather data from the last century (1921-2015). The study shows unequivocally that human-induced climate change in recent decades has influenced precipitation over the last 100 years.