A new study shows that the more people live around nature, or even visit nature often, the less they are to drink and smoke – and the study’s authors do not think that’s a coincidence. Those Living Near Nature Drink and Smoke Less, Study Shows https://nicenews.com/health-and-wellness/people-living-near-nature-drink-and-smoke-less Related Reading
“Hear award-winning writers and Orion contributing editors Erica Berry and Meera Subramanian speak about the marvels, the mystery, and the interconnectedness of mushrooms, and how we can live alongside them. The conversation was moderated by FERN’s editor-in-chief Theodore Ross.” Related Reading
Several years ago, scientists developed a chewing gum that effectively traps SARS-CoV-2 — the cause of Covid-19 — in people’s saliva. Now they’ve developed one that combats herpes and the flu. Scientists Made Chewing Gum That Combats Herpes and the Flu https://gizmodo.com/scientists-made-chewing-gum-that-combats-herpes-and-the-flu-2000592876 Related Reading
In today’s fast-changing world, many individuals are looking to reduce their carbon footprint, gain independence from the grid, or simply reconnect with nature. But whether you’re setting up a tiny cabin in the woods, living the van life, or preparing for power outages, one challenge remains the same: reliable energy. Portable solar generators are quickly…
A new company is turning low-value wood chips into structural beams that are 10 times stronger than wood. The product, which could replace hardwood taken from rainforests, is expected to be on the market soon. The World’s First ‘Super Wood’ is Weeks Away from Full Production https://woodcentral.com.au/the-worlds-first-super-wood-is-weeks-away-from-full-production/ Related Reading
The word “regenerative” appears on the labels of all kinds of groceries these days, but defining the word and knowing whether is effective is slippery. The truth about ‘regenerative’ food labels https://one5c.com/what-is-regenerative-farming-136942251 Related Reading
While the federal government backslides on climate action and panders to fossil fuel interests, dozens of states, counties, cities and tribes are suing those same interests for fraud, climate damages and racketeering. Here’s a look at the overwhelming evidence behind those lawsuits. Decades of Deceit: The Case Against Major Fossil Fuel Companies for Climate Fraud…
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Canadian government announces plans for high speed rail (updated) Canada’s government is planning to build the largest infrastructure project in the nation’s history: a 620-mile high-speed (186 mph) rail line that will link Toronto, Montreal and Quebec City. Canadian government announces plans for high speed rail https://www.trains.com/trn/news-reviews/news-wire/canadian-government-announces-high-speed-rail-project/ Related Reading
Indonesia, with the world’s largest Muslim population, is grappling with severe climate change impacts, including sinking land and devastating wildfires. A growing “Green Islam” movement within the country is using religious teachings from the Quran to promote environmental stewardship, inspiring climate action in schools, mosques, and community groups. This movement aims to foster unity and…
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