Prehistory: the first European tools were not actually imported from the Near East
A German-American study proves that the first modern humans in Europe did not imitate, but invented their own tools. They thus regain a role in the invention of early technologies. GEO France video – The discovery of a Homo sapiens baby bone tells us more about early modern humans. It was previously believed that the […]
Broken pots and rusty tools? Perfect! Here’s how to create a trendy garden border without spending a penny
Who hasn’t found a broken flower pot hidden behind a garden shed or a rusty rake relegated to a corner of the garage? What if these objects, often destined for the rubbish tip, could become unexpected allies in creating a trendy and eco-friendly garden, without spending a penny? Autumn is the perfect time to landscape […]
Brisk walking is recommended for health, but at what speed?
Also known as power walking, brisk walking is one of the most accessible and gentle physical activities for the body. But to enjoy its many benefits, at what speed and for how long should you do it? Brisk walking, also known as power walking, is a sport that is practised at a faster pace than […]
Stop ruining your chopping board: this maintenance ritual will keep it looking like new for years!
Whether they are used to chop vegetables for an autumn stew, freshly baked bread or a seasonal turkey, chopping boards have quietly become a staple in French kitchens. Under daily use, they suffer a lot of wear and tear: stubborn stains, beetroot marks, moisture, stuck-on bits of fat, and even cracks that open up in […]
At 100 years old, he sets the world record for the longest career at the same company
Forget retirement, Walter Orthmann is reinventing the concept! While some dream of relaxing in a hammock at 65, he has set a world record for longevity at work. At the ripe old age of 100, the Brazilian has just entered the Guinness Book of Records for spending more than eight decades at the same company. […]
The University of Granada helped discover something that contradicts everything we knew about physics: water as a super energy store.
Advances in energy and biomedical technology may play a leading role in this breakthrough. The fact that water is the most common substance on Earth does not mean that we know everything about it. In fact, a revolutionary new study has just shown that, under the right conditions, the liquid can acquire properties that challenge […]
A geochemist at Penn State reveals in Nature that continents formed at temperatures above 900°C
A new study on the chemical components of rocks provides the clearest evidence to date explaining how Earth’s continents became and remained so stable, and the main ingredient is heat. A new study provides the clearest evidence to date explaining how landforms became and remained so stable, and the main factor is heat. For billions […]
Is it true that drinking apple cider vinegar helps you lose weight?
A meta-analysis suggests that this product may slightly reduce body weight, although specialists insist that it is not a magic solution. Regular intake of apple cider vinegar is directly related to weight loss. This is revealed in a meta-analysis conducted by Magna Græcia University in Catanzaro, southern Italy, which analysed ten clinical trials involving 789 […]
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, […]
A Spanish woman debunks the myth of the pyramids: this is the reality that is not seen on social media
Aitana Soriano travelled to Egypt and showed on TikTok what is really inside the pyramids: extreme heat, narrow corridors and an experience very different from what she imagined. The pyramids of Egypt have fascinated travellers from all over the world for centuries. Their architectural majesty and the mystery surrounding them have made these monuments a […]