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For almost three decades, dark energy has been the standard explanation for why the universe is expanding at an accelerating rate. Now, a team of mathematicians is challenging this widely accepted theory. The mathematicians at the University of California, Davis, argue that the answer may already lie within Einstein’s own equations and that an invisible…

A historic ranch in Texas, once home to a celebrated regional artist, is continuing its legacy through a conservation effort led by his descendants. Four Winns Ranch, located near Wimberley in Hays County, has 165 acres protected permanently through a conservation easement, safeguarding its wildlife habitats, historic features and important water resources. According to a…

Leo received the BCyA Medal of Honour at Westminster, celebrating his remarkable contribution to wildlife conservation. Most young children are still trying to figure out what they like. Not Leo Sordello-Savala. He’s already started his own conservation movement with his love of animals. The 12-year-old from Camberwell, south London has spent much of his childhood…

Scaglione’s collection documents defining American moments, from the moon landing to Kennedy’s assassination and 9/11 Others preserve old photos because they are sentimental. Others save a magazine because it reminds them of a certain time. But for Rudy Scaglione, collecting is a lifelong pursuit, a personal archive of seven decades of pop culture, Hollywood history…

Representative images for water conservation (images- Canva) We all love to take a walk across the riverfronts in the evening. Both socially and ecologically, they hold great significance. Rivers are among the most important natural resources for everyday use, but protecting them is not always just about cleaning the water or removing waste that has…

California doctor Violetta Mailyan has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for a Medicare fraud scheme involving fake Botox treatment claims. (Photo: YouTube) A California doctor who defrauded Medicare of more than $45 million by billing for Botox injections she never administered has been sentenced to 15 years in federal prison. Violetta Mailyan, 45,…

File photo: Britain’s Chief Secretary to the Treasury Emma Reynolds A British treasury minister has reignited a political row over Labour’s definition of “working people” after saying employers do not fall under the category, drawing criticism from opposition politicians who accused the government of overlooking the contribution of small-business owners.Chief secretary to the treasury Emma…

A long-running property dispute between neighbours in Newark, Delaware, has ended with a court ruling that gives homeowners legal ownership of a piece of land they had looked after for more than 20 years. According to legal documents published by Justia Law, the Delaware Court of Chancery issued a decision in an adverse possession case…

Image sourced from Christies Nature’s longest affair is perhaps that between birds and flowers. The birds cling to the flowers, drinking their sweet nectar like a thirsty man who has finally found water in the desert. And all the flowers ask in return is that the birds carry their seeds far and wide, allowing new…

Dracula orchids (Images- Canva) When we hear about Dracula, the first thing that probably comes to mind is the famous vampire, with long, sharp teeth, a blood-filled mouth and a desire to kill. A soft flower would probably be the last thing to come to mind, but nature has its own version of Dracula, and…