Category: Feature Stories

According to a new study, less than ten percent of plastic waste worldwide is recycled. Of the 400 million tons of plastic produced in 2022, only 9.5 percent came from recycled materials. “The global recycling rate is stagnating”, according to a study published in the journal ‘Communications Earth & Environment’ by a research team from Beijing’s Tsinghua University. While more and more plastic is being produced, there has been hardly any progress in recycling. The low recycling rate means that fossil fuels – mainly oil and gas – are used…

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According to data from the EU climate change service Copernicus, last month was the warmest March in Europe since records began. The average temperature on the continent was 6.03 degrees, 2.41 degrees above the average for the comparable period from 1991 to 2020, according to Copernicus. Globally, it was the second warmest March ever recorded. In addition, the lowest extent of Arctic sea ice ever measured in a March was recorded. According to the service, it was also the 20th month in the past 21 months in which the global…

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The Argentinian Cardinal Leonardo Sandri celebrated the liturgical celebration of Palm Sunday on Sunday morning in place of the convalescent Pope as the start of Holy Week. 20,000 believers had their olive branches blessed. The pilgrims gathered in Rome waved olive branches to greet them. These are reminiscent of Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem. he mightOfficially, the Pope will not be present at the Palm Sunday celebrations. However, it is not impossible that he might decide to show up at the last moment – either at the end of the mass…

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Hotel beds are usually adorned with a bed scarf, which is usually carelessly packed away immediately. What is a bed scarf, and what is it actually for? Many hotel rooms have a narrow coverlet at the foot of the bed. This throw, also called a bed scarf, is often about one meter wide and made of a more robust fabric than sheets and bedding. At first glance, the cover seems useless – it is hardly suitable for snuggling up in. If you want to slip under the blanket, you often…

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Beer drinkers have a poorer diet, are less physically active, and are more likely to smoke than those who drink spirits, wine, or a combination. Regarding alcohol, the wine-loving French could be on the right, “healthier” track. Because beer drinkers eat worse, smoke more, and are lazier than wine and spirits lovers, a new study shows. According to US researchers who tracked the drinking habits of almost 2,000 adults, even those who drank a combination of alcoholic beverages were healthier than beer-only drinkers. This is because beer drinkers had the…

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Humanity faces a range of existential and catastrophic threats—some caused by nature, others by our own actions. This report outlines ten of the most serious dangers based on scientific research, expert opinion, and global risk assessments. 1. Nuclear War Nuclear weapons remain one of the most immediate and devastating threats. A large-scale nuclear conflict could kill millions instantly and trigger a “nuclear winter,” disrupting agriculture and leading to mass starvation. 2. Climate Change The warming planet is already causing extreme weather, rising sea levels, and ecosystem collapse. If unchecked, climate…

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In fact, a banana’s color reveals its ripeness and how its ingredients can affect health. According to Girlfriend, each stage offers unique benefits, from green to brown bananas. Green bananas: the source of starch Green bananas, which are still unripe and firm, contain particularly high levels of resistant starch. This acts like fiber, as it reaches the large intestine undigested and supports the intestinal flora there. In addition, resistant starch stabilizes blood sugar levels and promotes a long-lasting feeling of satiety. Pectin, a soluble fiber in green bananas, contributes to…

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But how healthy is it actually? And if you want to lose weight, is it better to walk or cycle? Walking is one of the most accessible forms of exercise. A good pair of shoes and a little discipline are often all you need. It’s also an effective way to burn calories and can play an important role in weight management. Walking at a speed of six kilometers per hour, you can burn around 400 calories. By walking seven kilometers a day (about 10,000 steps), you burn about 466 calories.…

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If you like chewing gum, you’re in for a surprise – because it contains a very specific ingredient that you certainly didn’t know about! For many of us, chewing gum is part of life. Although it serves no particular purpose, people chew gum for a variety of reasons – whether it’s to freshen their breath, whiten their teeth, relieve stress, or simply out of sheer boredom. You can read here what happens if you accidentally swallow a piece of chewing gum. However, few people know exactly what chewing gum contains,…

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