Category: Feature Stories

The EU Commission proposes refillable cups in fast food chains, a ban on mini shampoo bottles in hotels, and fixed deposit systems – resistance is strong. The figures are frightening: according to the EU Commission, around 25.8 million tons of plastic waste are produced in Europe every year, less than 30 percent of which is collected for recycling. Every year, up to 500,000 tons of plastic waste end up in the sea in Europe.Brussels has now declared war on plastic waste. In November last year, the Commission presented a draft…

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It is one of the most famous monuments in Italy and the world, but its history is unknown. The Tower of Pisa is the bell tower of the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, located in the very famous square of Duomo (UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987).A work of centuriesA characteristic of this tower is that it leans to one side in a visible, unique, and memorable way. The reasons for this inclination date back to its construction, and its safety and stability have been guaranteed by years of operation,…

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Kissing was a familiar gesture of human affection in the Middle East at least 4,500 years ago. That’s according to a research team from the Universities of Copenhagen and Oxford after studying inscriptions on clay tablets from Mesopotamia. The study was published in the journal Science. The inscriptions “contain clear examples that kissing was a part of romantic intimacy in ancient times, just as it could be a part of friendships and relationships with family members,” study author Troels Pank Arboll of the University of Copenhagen was quoted as saying…

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According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 336.8 million life-years were lost due to Corona deaths during the pandemic. Corona health emergency lifted by WHOThat estimate makes the accurate scale of the pandemic apparent, according to the U.N. health agency’s statistical yearbook, released Friday in Geneva. WHO attributes about 14.9 million deaths to the coronavirus in 2020/21 alone. On average, it said that lives were shortened by about 22 years each time. Excess mortality increased significantly during Corona.According to WHO statistics, the pandemic also negatively impacted the global fight against…

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A beautiful, healthy, and well-groomed smile greatly enhances self-esteem, confidence toward others, and faith in everyday life. Some people, however, experience a sense of discomfort and shame because of the yellowing of their teeth. Yellow teeth are not always the result of inadequate oral hygiene but can result from several factors, from genetics to foods ingested to liquids drunk, as well as many other things. Fortunately, modern medicine is well versed in the causes of yellowing teeth, as well as all the strategies for prevention and especially treatment. Yellow teeth:…

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Is the difference between sea and ocean just a matter of surface? That’s the question we’re going to answer for you. Planet Earth, also called the blue planet, has 70% of its surface covered by oceans. And on our planet Earth, there are four significant oceans that every schoolchild learns about: the Atlantic Ocean, the Pacific Ocean, the Indian Ocean, and the Arctic Ocean. The latter ocean is primarily occupied by ice. But what exactly defines an ocean, and what is the difference between a sea and an ocean? We’ll…

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The global average temperature is very likely to climb more than 1.5 degrees above the pre-industrial level for the first time in one of the next five years. This was announced by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) today in Geneva. According to the WMO, 2023 to 2027 will likely be the warmest five years since measurements began. “There is a 98 percent probability that at least one of the next five years, as well as the entire five-year period, will be the warmest since records began,” the WMO said in…

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The environmental organization Greenpeace tested several foods for their shelf life in a long-term check. It showed that many foods are still edible even two months after the expiration of the best-before date. Even two months (59 days) after the expiration of the best-before date (MHD), fresh eggs, Striezel, assorted bread, Selchroller, and cream cheese are harmless and still edible. Only hard-boiled eggs failed the test conducted by the Food Testing Institute (LVA). Proper storage can significantly minimize food waste – currently, up to 415,000 tons of edible food from…

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With summer just approaching, many people are ready to wear swimsuits and show off their physiques. However, cellulite can be an annoying inconvenience and affect self-esteem. Fortunately, some foods can help fight cellulite. We’ll look at berries, tomatoes, watermelon, and many others. Let’s discover them together! TomatoTomato activates the natural production of collagen: it is an antioxidant and diuretic food, beneficial for the skin and blood circulation, and therefore, perfect for fighting cellulite. CitrusCitrus fruits contain plenty of vitamins C-these fruits help repair and protect tissue, counteracting aging and stimulating…

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