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5 Ancient Civilizations That Have Mysteriously Disappeared

3 February, 2020

Annihilated by hunger, conquered by enemies, wiped out by earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. Much more often, in reality, they have vanished without a clue. We are talking about some great ancient civilizations, which we know existed but we do not…

Do Not Throw Corks Away – Recycle Them Creatively

3 February, 2020

Cork is a natural and biodegradable material, which is suitable for many uses, so it is a shame to throw it away. In fact, a little glue and a few corks are enough to create beautiful and useful objects for…

Water Shortage: Why Are We Running Out of ‘Blue Gold’?

2 February, 2020

Our planet is experiencing an unprecedented water shortage. There are many reasons for this, but they all have to do with man – and climate change. First of all, world population is growing and this leads to an increase of…

5 Reasons Why Readings Books Makes Us Better People

2 February, 2020

We have known since we were children that readings books is important. It teaches us to write well, opens our minds, enriches our culture. But there is much more than that. In fact, it also allows us to develop empathy and…

If You Want to Do Green House Cleaning, Beware of These False Myths

1 February, 2020

Green house cleaning has conquered everyone. But while some tricks are effective, other “natural” remedies are useless and harmful. For example, you should actually avoid to use vinegar and opt for citric acid, which is far less polluting. You should…

Help Wildlife Animals Get Through the Winter With These Tips

1 February, 2020

Winter frost can pose a dangerous threat to the wildlife animals that live around us. However, we can help them by equipping the balconies and gardens to offer them protection for the coldest days. As for birds, you could place…

Aboriginal People Are the Oldest People on Earth, Scientists Say

31 January, 2020

They inhabited Australia continuously for 40,000 years. According to a new study, the Aboriginal people are the oldest unbroken civilization on Earth. The study, in fact, shows evidence of a single colonization event in Australia, and a continuity of occupation…

We Have 300,000 Objects Around Us – And Most of Them Are Useless

31 January, 2020

How many objects we have around us? A recent American study states that there are 300,000. But how many of them do we really need and use? Most of the times, we end up buying stuff just because we live…

Halligen – The Islands of Germany that Are Slowly Disappearing

30 January, 2020

In medieval times there were even 50, while in 1600 there were 25. Today they are only ten. They are the Halligen, small islands between the North Frisian Islands of the North Sea, on the border between Germany and Denmark.…

3 Matriarchal Societies in the World Where Women Are in Charge

30 January, 2020

There are over one hundred matriarchal societies in the world, the most important of which are in Indonesia (Minangkabau), Mexico (Juchitàn) and China (Moos). Their pacifist structure is of great teaching to Westerners, because it teaches us how to organize…

In This Garbage Cafe in India You Can Get Food for Garbage

30 January, 2020

Eating a big meal for a pound of plastic. This is possible in India, where the first ‘Garbage Cafe’ has opened. Here people can receive free food in exchange for garbage. This initiative is part of a wider door-to-door waste…

This Lake in Costa Rica May Kill You if You Even Go Near It

29 January, 2020

There is a wonderful lake in Costa Rica, with breathtaking colors and pastel shades ranging from pink to blue to green. Sadly, it is as beautiful as deadly. Its pH reaches even zero while the bottom is covered by liquid…

5 Fundamental Rights We Must Guarantee to Everyone to Fight Injustice

29 January, 2020

In order to fight injustice, we must ensure to respect the rights of everyone. This applies in particular to the so-called fundamental rights, which must be guaranteed everywhere. Stated in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, they are: right to…

Mankai or Water Lentil – The New Superfood That Could Replace Meat

28 January, 2020

Consumption of animal-based food raises several issues, such as the environmental impact of intensive farming. This is why we need vegetarian substitues to meat, just like mankai. Native to Southeast Asia, it is a protein-rich plant that also contains amino acids,…

There Is a Beautiful Rainbow Mountain in Perù Called Vinicunca

28 January, 2020

There is a magical place in Peru where you can walk in a rainbow of colors. People call it the “rainbow mountain”, but its geographical name is Vinicunca. Its particular color is due to the fact that millions of years…

The Most Famous Political Couples Who Have Influenced History

27 January, 2020

From Europe to India, from ancient times to the present day. There are many partners who have managed to share not only love but also power in the course of their lives. Among them are surely Caesar and Cleopatra, who…

This Is the First Shopping Mall in the World That Sells Only Recycled Items

27 January, 2020

There is a shopping mall where everything has already been used but can come back to life: it is ReTuna, a mall in Sweden that sells only recycled products. Born in 2015, it is the world’s first recycling mall and…

Scientists Have Discovered a Sea of Freshwater Beneath the Ocean

26 January, 2020

A sea of freshwater under the salt ocean. It seems a paradox, but it is real. A research group at Columbia University has discovered a giant freshwater aquifer trapped in porous sediments. In fact, it is below the vast expanse…

Jon Bon Jovi Has Opened Restaurants Where People Can Eat For Free

26 January, 2020

We all know Jon Bon Jovi for his music. Few, however, know that the singer is also an activist and promoter of a very interesting social project known as Soul Kitchen. They are restaurants open to everyone where those in…

What Is Citric Acid and How You Can Use It at Home

26 January, 2020

Citric acid is as useful as it is little known. For example, have you ever tried to use it to degrease and clean bathroom fixtures or kitchen utensils? This compound, found in all citrus fruits, is an excellent natural cleaning…

Akarmara – The Mining Town Reclaimed by Nature in Only 20 Years

25 January, 2020

Trees and vegetation have invaded houses and streets. Welcome to Akarmara, the former Soviet city of Abkhazia, a Caucasian territory claimed by Georgia. Actually it is an independent region – and in recent years it has become a forest. It…

This Norwegian Island Has Decided to Eliminate the Concept of Time

25 January, 2020

The inhabitants of Sommarøy, a Norwegian island, live in a very special condition. In fact, 69 days a year they are under continuous sunlight. That is why they have decided to eliminate time – or rather, watches. By doing so,…

Here Is Why You Should Add Sweet Almond Oil to Your Beauty Routine

24 January, 2020

Emollient, softening, nourishing and soothing – sweet almond oil is rich in protein, carbohydrates, mineral salts, vitamin A and B group. It is suitable for all skin types and helps to combat skin aging. In addition, it is perfect for…

This Indian Lake Is So Polluted, It Keeps Catching Fire

24 January, 2020

There is an Indian lake that is always burning making life difficult for locals. It is Lake Bellandur in Bangalore and once again, the only one responsible for this phenomenon is man. The fires, in fact, would be the result…

This Village Where People and Crocodiles Live in Harmony Is At Risk

23 January, 2020

There is a village in Africa where the inhabitants live in harmony with crocodiles. People and crocodiles have a symbiotic relationship here, because the locals think they are sacred. And yet, all this could end because of mass tourism. In…