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South Korea’s Space-Out Competition turns “doing nothing” into a public event. Created in Seoul in 2014 by artist Woopsy...
16/11/2025

South Korea’s Space-Out Competition turns “doing nothing” into a public event. Created in Seoul in 2014 by artist Woopsyang, it invites dozens of people to sit or lie quietly in a busy public place for 90 minutes.
They must not talk, use phones, eat, or fall asleep; the whole point is to be completely still and mentally spaced out. Staff in doctor-style coats walk around every 15 minutes to check participants’ heart rates, and in the original Seoul contests, the winner was simply the person with the most stable heart rate.
Newer international editions, held in cities such as Hong Kong, Tokyo and Melbourne, often combine heart-rate data with audience votes to choose the champion. The contest is part art performance, part gentle protest against overwork and constant screen time, and a reminder that doing nothing can be valuable.

🌋✨ Earth’s Power from Above!From the calm silence of space, even the raw fury of a volcanic eruption looks breathtaking....
16/11/2025

🌋✨ Earth’s Power from Above!
From the calm silence of space, even the raw fury of a volcanic eruption looks breathtaking.
An astronaut’s view reminds us how small we are — and how incredible our planet truly is. 🌍🔥

Japanese researchers from the RIKEN Center for Emergent Matter Science and the University of Tokyo have developed a revo...
18/07/2025

Japanese researchers from the RIKEN Center for Emergent Matter Science and the University of Tokyo have developed a revolutionary biodegradable plastic that addresses the global plastic pollution crisis.

This innovative material, detailed in the journal "Science" in November 2024, dissolves in seawater within hours and fully decomposes in soil within 10 days, while also enhancing soil fertility.

Unlike traditional plastics, which persist for centuries and break down into harmful microplastics, this plastic leaves no toxic residues, offering a sustainable solution for marine and terrestrial ecosystems.

The plastic is made from supramolecular polymers, combining sodium hexametaphosphate—a food-safe additive—and guanidinium ion-based monomers, forming reversible salt bridges that provide strength and flexibility.

In seawater, these bonds break down rapidly, allowing the material to dissolve completely without forming microplastics. In soil, it degrades into phosphorus and nitrogen, nutrients that act like natural fertilizers, improving soil health for agriculture.

The material is also highly recyclable, with 91% of hexametaphosphate and 82% of guanidinium recoverable as powders for reuse, supporting a circular economy.

This breakthrough has vast potential for applications like packaging, fishing gear, and agricultural mulch films, reducing ocean pollution and supporting sustainable farming.

However, challenges remain, including high production costs and the need for scalable manufacturing. With global plastic waste projected to triple by 2040, this innovation could transform industries and mitigate environmental damage, provided it gains widespread adoption.

The Netherlands is pioneering self-fertilizing crops that leverage natural root systems and soil microbiology to reduce ...
18/07/2025

The Netherlands is pioneering self-fertilizing crops that leverage natural root systems and soil microbiology to reduce reliance on synthetic fertilizers. This approach involves crops that work symbiotically with nitrogen-fixing microbes in the soil, such as rhizobia bacteria, to convert atmospheric nitrogen into nutrients plants can use.

Unlike traditional farming, which often depends on chemical fertilizers that contribute to greenhouse gas emissions and water pollution, these crops enhance soil health and biodiversity by fostering natural nutrient cycles. Dutch researchers and farmers, supported by institutions like Wageningen University, are experimenting with genetically engineering cereal crops like corn and wheat to mimic the nitrogen-fixing abilities of legumes, such as beans, which naturally host these microbes in root nodules.

This innovation could significantly cut emissions from fertilizer production, which accounts for a substantial portion of agriculture’s environmental footprint. For instance, focusing on corn alone, self-fertilizing crops could reduce nitrogen fertilizer use by 160,000 tons annually and halve nitrous oxide emissions, a potent greenhouse gas. By integrating precision agriculture and sustainable practices, the Netherlands aims to maintain its high agricultural productivity while addressing environmental challenges, offering a model for global food security.

Sweden is pioneering the world’s first permanent electric road system to charge electric vehicles (EVs) while driving, a...
18/07/2025

Sweden is pioneering the world’s first permanent electric road system to charge electric vehicles (EVs) while driving, aiming to revolutionize sustainable transportation.

The 21-km stretch along the E20 highway between Hallsberg and Örebro, set to be completed in 2025, will enable EVs to recharge on the move, reducing range anxiety and the need for large batteries.

Managed by Trafikverket, the project explores three charging technologies: overhead power lines, ground-based conductive rails, and inductive coils embedded in the road.

Inductive charging, using electromagnetic fields to transfer power wirelessly, is a leading option, potentially reducing battery sizes by up to 70% by combining dynamic and home charging.

This innovation supports Sweden’s goal of fossil-fuel independence by 2030, targeting a 70% reduction in transport emissions. The system is designed for both cars and heavy trucks, with trials showing reduced emissions and noise pollution.

Despite high initial costs and concerns about long-term viability, Sweden collaborates with Germany and France to refine the technology.

By electrifying just 25% of roads, the system could be efficient, with plans for 2,000 km by 2030, inspiring global interest in sustainable transport solutions.

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