Conservationists at Persepolis, Iran's most iconic ancient site, are waging a delicate battle against an unlikely adversary: tiny but persistent lichens eroding the millennia-old monuments.
Archaeology
Sep 16, 2024
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Each year the world produces around 400 million tonnes of plastic waste, much of it discarded after just a few minutes of use.
Environment
Sep 16, 2024
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Plastics are all around us—from food packaging and drinking bottles to the insulation in our homes.
Environment
Sep 16, 2024
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Near a wooden hut high up in the Kyrgyz mountains, scientist Gulbara Omorova walked to a pile of gray rocks, reminiscing how the same spot was a glacier just a few years ago.
Environment
Sep 16, 2024
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Emergency workers cleared fallen trees and other debris from Shanghai's streets after the strongest storm to hit the Chinese megacity since 1949 disrupted transport and left tens of thousands of people without power.
Environment
Sep 16, 2024
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Developing friendships is often seen as a natural part of childhood but it may be easier for some kids than others.
Social Sciences
Sep 16, 2024
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