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Harnessing Nature: Stormwater Solutions for a Changing Climate

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Introduction Nature is one of our greatest assets in addressing the challenges posed by climate change. As urban areas increasingly face the threat of flooding, it is essential that we turn to nature for solutions. Nature-based solutions such as green infrastructure offer effective, sustainable ways to manage stormwater while also delivering multiple benefits. These solutions […]

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Environment, Sustainability

Frozen But Alive: The Bacteria In Ice

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Ice is widely used in beverages, food preservation, and medical applications. However, many people mistakenly assume that it is sterile. Research, however, shows that ice can harbour bacteria capable of surviving freezing temperatures. Freezing is a commonly used method for food preservation. However, harmful bacteria like Escherichia coli (E. coli), Salmonella spp., and Listeria monocytogenes

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Business, Energy, Health, Science

Healthcare During COVID-19: How Has The Pandemic Impacted Health Systems?

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Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) was classified as a pandemic on 11th March 2020, five years ago (WHO). Caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, this global healthcare crisis has resulted in tens of millions of deaths worldwide (Mathieu et al., 2020). COVID-19 also resulted in struggling health systems worldwide. Subsequent waves of the disease significantly impacted health service delivery,

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Government, Health, Strategy

Climate Change affects Health: Rising Risks and Adaptation

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Climate change is not a distant threat, it has become a health emergency affecting communities worldwide. Experts now call climate change ‘the biggest global health threat of the 21st century’ (Romanello et al., 2024), meaning that rising temperatures, shifting weather patterns, and more extreme events are already harming human health. From heatwaves that claim lives

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Environment, Government, Health, Sustainability
Empowering young minds through inclusive and joyful learning environments

Universal Design for Learning: A Framework for Classroom Inclusivity

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Imagine a classroom where every student, regardless of their abilities or background, has an equal opportunity to succeed. This vision lies at the heart of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), an innovative educational framework that redefines how we approach teaching and learning. By focusing on inclusivity and adaptability, UDL ensures that all learners can thrive

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Education, Innovation, Lifestyle
What is the future of gender equality?

Male Birth Control: A Step Towards Shared Responsibility

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Introduction Family planning has long been considered a woman’s responsibility (Christin-Maitre, 2013), leaving men with limited options beyond condoms and vasectomies. However, shifting societal norms and advancements in medical research have reignited discussions about male birth control. More men are expressing an interest in playing an active role in family planning (Martins and Boraas, 2023).

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Health, Innovation, Science

Assessing the Contribution of Biochar as a Renewable Energy Resource in the Fight Against Climate Change

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Biochar is a carbon-rich substance that does not degrade in the soil even when left there for millennia. It can also be used as a renewable energy resource. Biochar’s high stability and potential use in carbon sequestration inspired the combustion-based sequestration of carbon-based materials. Because of its capacity to trap carbon with little effort, it

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Environment, Sustainability
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