The West African nation of Burkina Faso was once the poster child for genetically modified (GM)…
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Why Kenya's urban poor are exploited by informal water markets
Informal urban water markets—as opposed to piped water—have long supported many of Kenya’s urban areas. Those…
We asked kids who their favourite teacher is, and why. Here's what they said
Most of us can remember a favorite teacher. Some of us can also remember a teacher…
Carbon footprints are hard to understand—here's what you need to know
Imagine drinking endless orange juice from concentrate because you’re convinced this is the best way to…
California is on fire. From across the Pacific, Australians watch and buckle up
California is ablaze, again. Currently, the second and third largest fires in the US state’s history…
Climate change could increase rice yields
Rice is the most consumed staple food in the world. It is especially common in Asia,…
Does a black hole fire up cold heart of the Phoenix?
Radio astronomers have detected jets of hot gas blasted out by a black hole in the…
A new platform for controlled delivery of key nanoscale drugs and more
In work that could have a major impact on several industries—from pharmaceuticals to cosmetics and even…
Slippery superfluids push jets to breaking point
A unique type of helium that can flow without being affected by friction has helped a…
When plants and their microbes are not in sync, the results can be disastrous
Many of us have heard about inflammatory bowel disease, a debilitating condition that is associated with…