Marine protection area surrounding Ascension Island will soon be the world’s biggest
Ascension Island is a tiny, remote, volcanic outpost in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean between Brazil and the west coast of Africa. The island may look rather rugged, but the ocean that surrounds it happens to make up one of the world’s most pristine and biodiverse ocean ecosystems. And to make Read More...
150 top-of-the-line clothing brands have united to clean up the fashion industry
Here’s some news from the G7 summit that’s actually worth talking about: this week. French President Emmanuel Macron; who hosted this year’s summit, debuted his new Fashion Pact, a set of shared objectives the fashion industry can work toward to reduce its environmental impact. The Pact is Read More...
Keep urinary tract infections away by eating more of these 6 foods
Of all the infections out there, there are only a few as irritating as a urinary tract infection (UTI). These infections are painful, disruptive, and all too common. In fact, more than half of adult women have had a UTI, and many have several recurrences every year. And although female bodies are Read More...
Cuba overhauls its environmental laws to protect key marine species
Despite having some of the world’s best-preserved marine ecosystems, Cuba has seen some of its key commercial fish stocks come close to depletion due to certain loopholes in its environmental laws, Now the Caribbean island is determined to change that by introducing a new law aiming to curb Read More...
Africa on brink of eliminating polio as Nigeria marks 3 years without the virus
As the world strives to eradicate polio, Africa may soon reach a major breakthrough in efforts to rid the planet of one of the most devastating diseases of all time. Marking three years since the last case of polio was detected in Nigeria, the continent is expected to be certified free of wild Read More...
KFC and Beyond Meat partner to sell plant-based chicken
Fast-food chain after fast-food chain is getting in on the fake meat trend. KFC is the latest to do its bit for the planet, after announcing a partnership with Beyond Meat to move beyond the chicken coop with plant-based chicken nuggets and boneless wings. As a test, the vegetarian chicken Read More...
CITES convention is gearing up to protect dozens of species of sharks and rays
This week, representatives from 180 countries meet for the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES). A landmark achievement of this most recent convention is the potential protection of a dozen species of sharks and rays, including the world’s fastest shark, the mako Read More...
How new treatments for PTSD using float therapies is helping veterans
In float therapy, you lay on water, filled with Epsom salts, in a bath free of stimulation from light, noise, touch, smell, or taste. Float therapy has become popular for PTSD treatment, and True REST Float Spa has given away 3,000 free sessions to military members and veterans since 2015. On every Read More...
Desperately seeking security? How learning about attachment styles can improve your relationships
Sensations of comfort and calmness from a close relationship are developed from a young age. Children are taught they should derive love and security from their relationships. Children who experience close and rewarding personal relationships with family and friends are taught to seek our Read More...
Hyundai’s new solar rooftop signals a shift to renewables in the car industry
The new Hybrid Hyundai Sonata is not available in the United States yet, but it features a new accessory that is catching the attention of commuters and environmentalists alike: a solar panel roof. While the new feature does not power the entire car, it does supply 808 miles of power a year to Read More...