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Fluffy protection

Nature likes to package its gifts itself. Thus, bananas and potatoes come with their peel, which in time forms part of the natural cycle....

Natural upgrade

Flowers and herbs can be used in many ways. Some are edible, others help to heal. An IT specialist from Pune, India, realized the...

Next round

Whether it’s breathing new life into old clothes or making art from chopsticks, the circular economy is all the rage. Now a Dutch startup...

Spice of life

A well-stocked spice rack makes for a more enjoyable kitchen experience. Spices achieve their full potential when you get the right mix. The same...

Brought to light

Algae are versatile. They absorb CO2 and are great in the kitchen. Now a team of Paris-based researchers used information from algae to help...

Connected collection

Inspire and be inspired from the comfort of your couch. A range of artworks is only a click away. And it's all possible thanks...

Timeless example

In Japanese culture, older people are revered. Their experience serves as an example. An attitude that is starting to have a ripple effect in...

Fruitful mix

One person's waste is another person's gold. Used coffee grounds, for example, make for excellent fertilizer or briquettes. Now the research team of a...

Good stamina

Freedom begins in the mind. Sometimes our limitations are self-imposed. Take an English veteran who recently swam a kilometre from Drake’s Island back to...

Sustainable exchange

Robert De Niro is famous for playing strong, silent types. And perhaps that's why he's interested in this particular project. After manufacturing several electric...