Healthy life expectancy in Africa grows by nearly 10 years
Healthy life expectancy among Africans living in mainly high and upper middle-income countries on the continent, has increased by almost 10 years, the UN health agency,...
10 projects that will change lives of women and girls
The UN’s sexual and reproductive health agency, UNFPA, has announced the ten winners of its first ever Joint Innovation Challenge; a cutting edge competition to provide...
Financial education gaps are primary barrier to retail investing in capital markets
New research from the World Economic Forum finds that 40% of non-investors have chosen not to invest because they do not know how or...
In climate drama, the volcano is no villain
BY SARAH WILD
New analysis of ash clouds created from large volcanic eruptions shows the temporary cooling effects are changed as the environment becomes hotter.
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Quick Hacks on How to Systematize Your Study Space
Effective studying depends on how organized the learner is. As the coronavirus pandemic persists, most students have been forced to study from home. This...
Why more heatwaves endanger our health and ability to work
As the Earth warms, heatwaves are expected to occur more often, with sharper intensity and for longer periods. Rising temperatures adversely affect worker productivity...
Children at risk of new ‘unexplained acute hepatitis’ outbreak
The world is currently facing a new outbreak of “unexplained acute hepatitis infections” affecting children, the World Health Organization (WHO) warned on Thursday, World...
New Net-Zero Tracker Gives Heavy Industries a Platform to Catch Up on Climate Goals
The World Economic Forum released today the first edition of a report on the state of the net-zero transition in key industrial sectors, the...
Türkiye urged to reverse decision ditching women’s rights accord
Türkiye’s decision to ditch a landmark international treaty to tackle violence against women and girls, could significantly set back efforts to tackle the problem,...
Optical Gas Imaging – A New and Innovative Imaging Technology
Optical gas imaging (OGI) is a technique that allows for the detection of leaks in sealed containers of pressurized gases. The way OGI works...