True or false: if autumn leaves are colourful and bright, will winter be harsher?
According to popular belief, particularly brightly coloured leaves in autumn are a sign of a harsher winter. But is this really the case? Leaves change colour in autumn mainly because the production of chlorophyll, the green pigment essential for photosynthesis, decreases as a result of lower light levels and temperatures. When chlorophyll disappears, other pigments, […]
The end of poverty? A plant that produces pure gold and can be grown in every home has been discovered
A group of researchers has discovered that certain species have an amazing absorption capacity that opens the door to a new form of ecological mining. The idea that a plant can produce gold sounds like a fairy tale or medieval alchemy. However, behind this almost magical concept lies a real and fascinating scientific field known […]
The ritual returns, despite promises to end it. A game of needles that disrupts our days as much as our nights.
For years, Europe has promised to put an end to these seasonal changes. In 2019, MEPs even voted to abolish the time change, with a planned entry into force in 2021, but the health crisis has reshuffled the cards. As a result, the practice remains in place again this year. The rule has not changed: […]
Investment fever in precious metals: opportunities beyond gold
Silver, platinum and palladium prices have skyrocketed this year even more than gold. Investor demand and industrial use are driving their advance, but there is also the risk of shortages and greater volatility. A perfect storm is brewing for precious metals. The rise in gold, which has shot up 58% this year, is spreading to […]
The powerful homemade mixture for removing rust from metal surfaces
The combination of these common ingredients combats oxidation in iron and steel, protects the integrity of the parts and helps prevent corrosion The appearance of rust on metal objects is a frequent challenge in home maintenance, but a combination of common kitchen ingredients can offer an effective and affordable solution. Baking soda, white vinegar, and […]
Germany is taking a historic step to alleviate the shortage of workers: allowing retirees to continue working
The plan to give working retirees €2,000 tax-free is, in essence, a pragmatic and technocratic response to a demographic shock. In September 2023, Europe turned in unison towards Germany. What was normally one of the strongest economies in the eurozone was sounding the alarm: increased life expectancy combined with an inverted demographic pyramid and an […]
One million dollars in gold and silver coins: a 310-year-old treasure discovered in a shipwreck off the coast of Florida
More than 1,000 gold and silver coins dating from 1715 discovered in a Spanish shipwreck off the coast of Florida. A Spanish cargo ship from 1715 resurfaces off the coast of Florida The story of a three-century-old shipwreck has resurfaced off the Atlantic coast of Florida, where more than a thousand gold and silver coins […]
A priceless 1,300-year-old treasure discovered beneath a reclining Buddha in Thailand
Beneath Thailand’s longest Buddha statue, decorative and religious objects made by artisans of the Dvaravati period were discovered during pipe installation work. He watched over his treasure, lying down. In Thailand, local archaeologists have discovered precious objects hidden beneath a reclining Buddha statue in the Wat Thammachak Semaram temple. While digging more than a metre […]
The mining discovery of the century: gold has been found in an unknown country, which could become the world’s largest producer
This African nation could establish itself as a powerhouse on its continent due to the exploitation of the precious metal in the coming years. Since 2022, a little-known country in Africa has been exploiting a significant deposit of gold that has the potential to become one of the world’s largest producers. Now, this nation has […]
A blow to tenants | Landlords may evict them early if they engage in any of the activities covered by the law
When landlords can prove that any of these activities are taking place, they can initiate eviction proceedings for breach of contract. A blow to tenants | Landlords may evict them early if they engage in any of the activities covered by the law. The tenancy agreement not only regulates the right to live in a […]