With healthy populations of animals that disperse seeds, tropical forests can absorb up to four times more carbon. A lot of attention has been paid to how climate change can reduce biodiversity. Now MIT researchers have shown that the reverse is also true: Loss of biodiversity can jeopardize regrowth of tropical forests, one of Earth’s …
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A new report has highlighted how plant-based price parity could kickstart a sustainable food system A new report has found that as the price of animal products skyrockets in the UK, certain plant-based proteins are now cheaper than meat. London-based charity and independent thinktank the Green Alliance published the report, titled ‘Recipe For Resilience: the benefits of …
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Once unsafe and ignored, Central Jail Road now thrives as Sangeet Maarg—a lively cultural corridor where music, greenery, and community spaces make city life safer, happier, and more connected. Varanasi, with its ancient ghats and celebrated musical traditions, is often viewed as a city rooted in heritage. Yet it also faces the pressing challenge of …
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A common industrial solvent still polluting U.S. air and soil may raise Parkinson’s risk. The findings add to growing evidence that long-term exposure to environmental toxins can affect brain health. Highlights: Industrial Solvent TCE and Parkinson’s Risk Long-term exposure to the industrial solvent trichloroethylene (TCE) in outdoor air may be linked to a higher likelihood …
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Authorities to examine whether popular gaming platform exposes minors to violence, exploitation, or privacy risks The Dutch government will investigate potential security and child safety risks on the online gaming platform Roblox, following similar reviews of social media platforms Instagram, Snapchat, and TikTok, the Interior and Kingdom Relations Ministry said on Monday, public broadcaster NOS …
