“Red-capped fly agaric is the featured fungi on Specieswatch.”
The bright red top of the fly agaric mushroom, known as Amanita muscaria, is often featured on book covers about fungi. It is easily recognizable and also hazardous, as it contains toxins and has hallucinogenic properties. The origin of its…
A groundbreaking study from India suggests that air pollution increases the likelihood of developing type 2 diabetes.
A recent study in India has revealed that breathing in polluted air can heighten the chances of developing type 2 diabetes. The research, which took place in Delhi and Chennai, discovered a correlation between inhaling high levels of PM2.5 particles…
The Country Diary: A Well-Planned Garden That Continues to Flourish | Written by Sara Hudston
T Traveling along the western coast path from Porlock Weir, you will come across the enchanting remains of a mathematician’s imagination. Beyond the charming thatched gatehouse that serves as the entrance to the Worthy toll road, you will come upon…
The festival showcased the techniques used to construct Stonehenge, highlighting its similarities to human methods.
The Festival of Neolithic Ideas at Stonehenge will offer a scientific perspective on the famous circle and its surrounding landscape, challenging the common belief that it is a supernatural or otherworldly entity. Various professionals, such as academics, engineers, and craftspeople,…
A study suggests that placing cigarette-like health warnings on food packaging could decrease the consumption of meat.
A recent study proposes that labeling food with warnings similar to those found on tobacco products could assist individuals in making more informed decisions regarding not only their personal health, but also the health of the environment. A study conducted…
A recent report warns that the Baltic Sea is facing significant obstacles in terms of climate change and biodiversity.
A recent report warns that the Baltic Sea is encountering significant difficulties as a result of the climate emergency and loss of biodiversity. Meanwhile, Sweden’s coastguard is working to mitigate the effects of an oil spill along the southern coast….