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Hand-picked, positive news on enjoyable things in life

Minimised usage

Small villages can inspire innovation for the circular economy in cocoa production. Now an Oxford-based startup is working on a sustainable substitute to the cocoa...

Locally steered culture

The future of salmon could lie in cell cultures. Meanwhile, a California-based startup is betting on a similar process for cacao in a bid...

Converting potential

In the Netherlands, corn is a source of sustainable tiles. In California, however, a startup is using corn waste to create a super-absorbent and...

Tasteful individuality

Even jellyfish have culinary potential. But those undergoing radio- or chemotherapy often lose their sense of taste and smell. Enter a Swiss startup aiming...

Drinkable breakdown

Crispy cutlery and edible cups make a good snack for those on the go. But there are healthier options out there. A startup in...

Cheers to significance

Spirit production provides furniture in Scotland. And as another Scottish startup discovered, whisky by-products can also help reduce overfishing. The team uses distillery waste...

Push and pull

Chickpeas double as a coffee alternative. Capsule machines are increasingly used for a quick, authentic caffeine hit, with natural capsules helping reduce waste. But...

Activated defence

A tattoo detects roofies in drinks. But danger can lurk on the way home too. Enter a female founder whose Spanish startup has developed...

Extracted defence

Wasabi supports memory and chilli has anti-inflammatory properties. Now a research team in Japan is taking a closer look at cardamom seeds. In a...

Triggering treatment

In London commuters can select their underground route based on air quality. Flats with mould also present a health risk for their inhabitants. Therefore,...

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