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Kyrgyzstan's first solar power plant prevents 120,000 tons of CO₂ emissions annually

Feb 19, 2026 11:30

Kyrgyzstan, once part of the Soviet bloc and today known for its spectacular landscapes, is taking an important step toward energy independence and environmental sustainability. Kyrgyz Republic President Sadyr Japarov has promoted the development of new energy infrastructure in the Kemin district, reaching a historic milestone. This project is part of a series of official initiatives to modernize the country and meet today's energy challenges using renewable resources.

2 Indian brothers recycle 907 tons of waste

Feb 18, 2026 16:00

In New Delhi, one of the world's most polluted cities, the unbreathable air and uncontrolled burning of waste aggravated teenager Vihaan Agarwal's asthma. In 2017, the collapse and fire at Ghazipur's huge landfill made visible what until then had only been a perception: the direct link between waste management and health.

Japan introduces a new ultra-light solar panel

Feb 18, 2026 12:00

In Japan, where space is limited and roofs often bear witness to decades of history and structural fragility, someone decided to approach the problem from a different perspective.

More fires in Alaska now than in past 3,000 Years: Arctic warning signal

Feb 17, 2026 12:00

Fires in the Arctic of Alaska exceed anything recorded in the past 3,000 years. This is shown by a new reconstruction that links modern satellite data with charcoal remains preserved in the peat layers of the soil. This reveals that the tundra is no longer protected by the cold and humidity that made fire rare in the past.

No happy ending for Marineland dolphins: they're transferred to a zoo

Feb 17, 2026 10:30

After more than a year's wait, the fate of the marine mammals at Marineland d'Antibes is becoming clearer... And it's not the one everyone was hoping for.

First U.S. state in the world to ban sale of farmed octopus

Feb 17, 2026 08:30

In 2024, with the signature of Governor Gavin Newsom, California brough the tlaw AB-3162 into force, which bans not only octopus farming in the State, but also the sale of derived products.

Ocean acidification: seventh 'planetary limit' has just been crossed

Feb 16, 2026 08:30

According to scientists, this is the first time that ocean acidification has exceeded its critical threshold.

In Italy, the Lovers' Arch no longer exists: it collapsed on the evening of Valentine's Day

Feb 15, 2026 13:00

On the evening of Valentine's Day, one of Puglia's most iconic wonders collapsed under the weight of the sea storms and heavy rain that battered southern Italy.

The 10 most nutritious legumes in the world

Feb 15, 2026 13:00

In today's debate on nutrition, sustainability and public health, legumes occupy a paradoxical position: they're hailed by food science, recommended by international guidelines and yet remain a peripheral part of Western countries' daily diet.

The trick with aluminum foil behind radiators: does it really work?

Feb 15, 2026 10:00

The famous trick with a sheet of aluminum foil behind the radiator has been around for generations, passed around in apartment buildings as a solution, along with the phone number of the best plumber in town. But does it really work? Or are we dealing with one of those household myths that only hold up thanks to the power of tradition?

Kyrgyzstan's first solar power plant prevents 120,000 tons of CO₂ emissions annually

2 Indian brothers recycle 907 tons of waste

Japan introduces a new ultra-light solar panel

More fires in Alaska now than in past 3,000 Years: Arctic warning signal

No happy ending for Marineland dolphins: they're transferred to a zoo

First U.S. state in the world to ban sale of farmed octopus

Ocean acidification: seventh 'planetary limit' has just been crossed

In Italy, the Lovers' Arch no longer exists: it collapsed on the evening of Valentine's Day

The 10 most nutritious legumes in the world

The trick with aluminum foil behind radiators: does it really work?

Trump warns Iran: 'The clock is ticking'

Struggle to succeed Starmer could bring UK back to EU

WHO declares state of emergency over Ebola outbreak in the Congo

Earthquake in southern Chinese region of Guangxi: 13 buildings collapsed and thousands of people evacuated

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