Tiny Indian state wants to introduce universal basic income
Sikkim, one of the tiniest and most progressive states in India, wants to pay a regular, guaranteed income to all of its 610,577 citizens. If implemented, the scheme would represent the largest trial of universal basic income run anywhere in the world. Supporters of the scheme say it could help Read More...
Nepal’s tiger population nearly doubles due to wildlife conservation efforts
The number of tigers roaming Nepal’s southern region has doubled since the country signed the 2010 Tiger Conservation Plan. Wildlife groups and conservationists have welcomed the news as a sign that political involvement and innovative conservation strategies can reverse the decline of the Read More...
New scientific finding could help stop global decline in bee populations
After carefully investigating the main causes behind the drastic decline in global bee populations, researchers have finally managed to wrap their head around why the pollinators have become so vulnerable to pesticides in recent years. The study has unveiled that the main problem is actually tiny Read More...
Six tips to make your resume stand out this year
A resume is an essential part of any job search and a great way to communicate your story, but the process of creating one can be very daunting. Laying out a resume that stands out is an important task as employers don’t take much time to thoroughly look over each resume. From choosing the right Read More...
Better health is just a walk in the woods away
When Doctor Qing Li came back to his home in the city after a long camping trip in the wilderness, he noticed he felt healthier. But where did this feeling come from? He was convinced that nature had something to do with it, so much so that he decided to study the effect that being in forests has Read More...
Lab-grown human blood vessels could lead to new treatment for vascular diseases
Stem cell researchers in Canada have successfully managed to grow human blood vessels in the lab. Why is this a big deal? Because it allows researchers to potentially unravel the causes and treatments for a variety of vascular diseases by allowing risk-free experimentation on live human Read More...
Three tasty dishes to eat when you’re feeling sick
Sometimes when you’re under the weather, the best thing you can do for yourself is eat a meal that hits the spot. These three dishes, which range from spicy to simple, are gentle on the stomach and can help you feel better when you’re feeling unwell in the Read More...
Why we should start constructing more buildings with high fiber materials
You may have heard that eating more fiber is a great way to improve your health, but did you know that constructing buildings with a lot of fiber can be good for our planet’s health? According to a new report, high fiber buildings are beneficial for the environment because they significantly Read More...
Washington D.C. is doubling its commitment to renewable energy
In order to cut its carbon emissions by 50 percent in a little more than a decade, Washington DC is passing a new law that calls for 100 percent renewable electricity by 2032. The deadline is 13 years earlier than those in California or Hawaii, which are also moving to 100 percent renewable energy. Read More...
New deal offers open access to a big number of German research papers
Advocates of eradicating paywalls on scientific articles claim a win as a groundbreaking deal allows free public access to a considerable number of German studies. Wiley, an academic publisher headquartered in New Jersey, has made an agreement with a group of German libraries, universities, and Read More...