Feature films often work according to familiar patterns: hero, conflict, climax, resolution. Sometimes it’s exciting, sometimes it’s exhausting. At such moments, documentaries become a real salvation. They reveal the real world – as it is, without special effects and script…
A review shows that five major polar geoengineering projects are not feasible in the coming decades. (Image credit: Thomas Barwick via Getty Images) Our planet continues to warm due to greenhouse gas emissions from human activities. The polar regions are…
The toxic barrels that captured public attention in 2020 appear to have “halos” around them — and researchers have finally figured out why. (Image courtesy of the Schmidt Ocean Institute.) Thousands of barrels of industrial waste have covered the ocean…
Scientists have proven that blood serum from young people can rejuvenate human skin — but only with the participation of bone marrow cells. The results of the study are published in the journal Aging. The laboratory experiment used a microphysiological…
Usually, a dog disappointed in humans dies in fights over leftovers, but in rare cases, it manages to make friends with equally untouchables. What if loyal dogs not only survive, but also adapt for thousands of years on a closed…
Nutritionists have compared the benefits of parsley and dill – greens, without which practically no dish can do. According to experts, all greens are rich in nutrients – bioflavonoids, ascorbic acid, and β-carotene. Greens are a good source of dietary…
Fleas are annoying parasites that cause discomfort not only to animals, but also to people. Many are sure that these bloodsuckers jump to humans only from dogs, but in fact there are over 2,500 species of fleas in the world.…
Last summer, I witnessed an interesting situation on the beach. The day was hot, the sea had not yet warmed up, the water was cool. There were few people in the water, most of them were basking in the sun,…
The vast majority of us consider dogs to be smart animals. After all, a dog is a man’s old and trusted friend, and this is an indisputable truth. Over the period of our close communication, hundreds of dog breeds have…
In the Internet era, it would seem that arranging your personal life has become much easier. Make your own website, register on dating sites – and wait. But sometimes we leave information about ourselves on the Internet that scares off…