Is the UK’s traditional fish and chip supper under threat? Posted June 10, 2026 Britain’s traditional fish and chip supper is under pressure from rising fish prices and tighter catch limits, to the knock-on effects of global conflict and high…
Pediatricians say schools need to make time for recess for kids of all ages Posted June 9, 2026 Recess isn’t just a fun break for grade schoolers. It’s crucial to good health and good grades for kids of all ages. That's the message from a leading pediatri…
Ukrainians seeking cultural escape from war’s brutality find comfort and resilience at Kyiv art fair Posted June 8, 2026 A contemporary art fair has been held in the Ukrainian capital with an unusual premise: that art can help a society come to terms with what war has made normal. …
Parasite threatens to halve Canberra’s bee population Posted June 7, 2026 Over a thousand beehives in Australia's capital, Canberra, have been wiped out by the Varroa mite, according to local biosecurity officers. The parasite has now s…
A Taiwanese town embraces a slow pace of life through a snail race Posted June 6, 2026 The Taiwanese town of Fenglin has grown a reputation as a place where life moves slowly, and people can catch their breath. Rather than push against this rhythm, the town of aroun…
Air conditioning battery program for renters could help cities manage grid stress during heat waves Posted June 5, 2026 When a heat wave hits, millions of air conditioners switch on at once, straining the electric grid and driving up the risk of outages—and residents' power bills. …
Japan’s Sony reports declining profit but expects a record for this year Posted June 4, 2026 Japanese electronics and entertainment giant Sony Group Corp. reported a 3.4% drop in its annual profit but projected a comeback to record profits for the current fiscal
Extreme heat could impact the World Cup games. Here’s what cities are doing to prepare Posted June 3, 2026 As global temperatures rise, extreme heat could threaten athletes, fans, workers, and officials during this year’s World Cup games. Exposure to extreme heat can lead to nausea,…
AI smart glasses to help visually impaired runners take on the London Marathon Posted June 2, 2026 Visually impaired runners are using AI-powered smart glasses as they prepare for the London Marathon. The glasses are not designed specifically f…
College students wary of the job market are changing course in search of ‘AI-proof’ majors Posted June 1, 2026 Two years ago, Josephine Timperman arrived at college with a plan. She declared a major in business analytics, figuring she'd learn niche skills that would stand …