Exploring the Far Side of the Moon
China was the first nation to land on the far side of the Moon in 2014. Their Chang'e-6 mission collected samples and they plan to establish a permanent system on future missions. They are also exploring Mars with technology similar to that of the... READ MORE
Published: 15/10/2024
Sustainable Desalination
More than 300 million people depend on desalination plants, which consume a lot of energy and often use fossil fuels. Oneka Technologies and Desolenator are looking for sustainable solutions using wave and solar power, respectively. READ MORE
Published: 15/10/2024
Minor Marijuana Convictions Pardoned
Maryland's governor pardoned more than 175,000 people with minor marijuana convictions, seeking to correct injustices and promote racial justice as marijuana is now legal in much of the US. READ MORE
Published: 15/10/2024
Walking Helps Back Pain
Regular walking can be very effective in preventing the recurrence of low back pain by strengthening the muscles that support the spine and reducing the risk of pain. READ MORE
Published: 15/08/2024
Remote Controlled Lifebuoy
The 'Dolphin 1 Smart Lifebuoy' is a remote-controlled lifebuoy that helps rescue people in the water. Launched by rescue teams, it is remotely controlled and can target the person in distress from 500 metres away. It operates at a maximum speed of... READ MORE
Published: 15/08/2024
Solar Energy with Storage Batteries
Solar power's biggest challenge is its intermittency, but a new plant in California's Mojave Desert is solving this problem. The Edwards Sanborn Project combines the largest solar farm in the United States with the world's largest storage system, ... READ MORE
Published: 15/08/2024
Italian Town Seeks New Residents
The village of Santa Fiora in Tuscany will offer a 50% discount on rent to remote workers moving for more than two months. With historical and natural attractions, and a recent improvement in internet connectivity, the cost of living can be reduce... READ MORE
Published: 15/08/2024
Drinking Water from the Air
Professor Cody Friesen has created a solar hydro-pane that can extract water from the air even in dry climates, producing about five litres per day per panel. It uses solar fans to capture and condense the moisture, which is then converted into dr... READ MORE
Published: 15/08/2024
The Benefits of Recycling Glass
Recycling glass is essential for the environment, as it saves energy, conserves natural resources and allows bottles to be reused without loss of quality. A recycled bottle can be back in the shops in just 30 days, and the process uses 40% less en... READ MORE
Published: 15/08/2024
Incinerating Trash for Energy
Landfills are growing at an unsustainable rate in many countries, and they are a danger to the health of people and the planet. The European Union has set a target to reduce the rates of landfill by 2035, and most of the Nordic countries are alrea... READ MORE
Published: 15/06/2024
AI Can Predict Extreme Weather
Artificial Intelligence could save lives by warning us about dangerous weather sooner than traditional forecasting systems. Early warning of extreme weather like storms, floods and heat waves, gives communities crucial time to prepare. Weather for... READ MORE
Published: 15/06/2024
Music as Medicine
It has long been felt that music has the power to heal, and the latest studies in neuroscience and brain imaging are proving this to be true. Research shows that listening to positive music reduces anxiety, depression and pain. It can also improve... READ MORE
Published: 15/06/2024