Unveiling the Ancient Roots of Maize Cultivation in Pre-Columbian Amazonia: Discover how the Casarabe people engineered waterways to convert seasonally flooded savannas into year-round crop fields, allowing them to grow two harvests of maize annually. The Casarabe people, who lived in what is now northern Bolivia between 500 and 1400...

South Sudan's economic hopes hang in the balance as oil extraction resumes, but experts warn that this temporary fix may exacerbate long-term problems if corruption and poor governance are not addressed. South Sudan's Oil Production: A Lifeline for the Economy? The Resumption of Oil Production in South Sudan After nearly a year-long...

A new study by researchers at the MIT Center for Sustainability Science and Strategy reveals that diversifying carbon dioxide removal strategies offers a dual economic and environmental advantage, providing the best return on investment while minimizing land, energy consumption, and negative impacts. A new study by researchers at the MIT...

Experience the timeless vision of Sor Juana's life through the captivating opera Primero Sueño, a deeply satisfying blend of musical styles that brings this visionary Mexican writer and nun to life. The opera offers a deeply satisfying blend of musical styles that are alternatingly gentle, mystical, and joyous. A Collaboration Born...

Brazilian soccer star Neymar leaves Saudi Arabian league after a 17-month stint filled with injuries and minimal play, returning to his roots at Santos. Once heralded as one of the greatest soccer players in the world, Brazil's Neymar has left the Saudi Arabian league after a 17-month stint filled with...

As freshwater fish populations plummet by over 80 percent since 1970, the importance of mapping their migration routes has become a pressing concern. The concept of 'swimways' for migratory fish is gaining traction, with researchers calling for the creation of global swimway maps to protect species and preserve aquatic...

The El Nino-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) is a complex climate pattern that has far-reaching impacts on global weather patterns, with its two main phases - El Nino and La Nina - causing extreme weather events such as flooding, droughts, and wildfires. The El Nino-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) is a complex climate pattern...

As artificial intelligence continues to advance at an unprecedented rate, a new era of global concerns has emerged. The International AI Safety Report highlights the need for caution and careful consideration in the development and deployment of AI technologies. The International AI Safety Report: A Wide-Ranging Investigation into the Impact...

Rachel Reeves has unveiled a series of major announcements aimed at boosting the UK's infrastructure and economy, including plans for a new 'Silicon Valley' between Oxford and Cambridge. Rachel Reeves has outlined a series of significant announcements aimed at boosting the UK's infrastructure and economy. The key points include: Infrastructure Development The...

China's independent oil refineries, known as 'teapots,' have halted operations due to a new fuel tax policy that has significantly increased their feedstock costs. Several independent oil refineries in eastern China have temporarily halted operations due to the impact of new Chinese tariff and tax policies. These plants, known as 'teapots,'...