Chinese researchers have developed a simple method to reduce the amount of microplastics found in drinking water by up to 90%. Photo Credit: Manki K. Kim via Unsplash Microplastics is fast becoming a science buzzword that’s terrifying. It is found in large quantities on the beaches and oceans. Traces of it can be found in breast milk, bone marrow, and …

The number of overweight pets is increasing globally. Photo credit: Natch-Noth/Shutterstock Drugs such as Ozempic, Wegovy and others have been revolutionizing the treatment for obesity and type-2 diabetes. These medications, which are based on GLP-1 agonists (receptor agonists), suppress appetite and regulate the blood sugar levels, leading to weight loss. Now, veterinary scientists are exploring whether these therapies can help …

New heatwave in Spain Credit: John P. Woods/Shutterstock Here we go again. Spain is officially suffering from a brutal summer heatwave. The Spanish authorities have placed nearly 1,000 towns on high alert for health and urged millions of people to take precautions when temperatures rise above 40C. According to AEMET’s (Spanish State Meteorological Agency), temperatures in the south are expected …