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June 2020

Rainfall Generate Electricity
Generating Electricity from Rain

May 29, 2020 06:30AM

A high voltage can be generated from raindrops using a field-effect, transistor-style structure, reports a new study.

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Sentinel Trees Pests
Pest Alarm: Sentinel Trees Give Advance Warning

May 29, 2020 06:30AM

Countries around the world are growing “sentinel trees” in strategic locations to receive advance warnings of destructive pests that could destroy native plantings.

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Mindfulness Paranoia
Mental Relief: Mindfulness Training May Reduce Paranoia

May 29, 2020 06:30AM

Researchers have found that just one week of practicing mindfulness—moment-to-moment awareness—reduces feelings of paranoia.

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Air Pollution Health Dementia
Dementia Linked to Air Pollution

May 29, 2020 06:30AM

People continuously exposed to air pollution are at increased risk of dementia, especially if they also suffer from cardiovascular diseases, reports a new study.

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Tofu Isoflavones Heart Health
Tofu Takeaway: Isoflavones Lower Risk of Heart Disease

May 29, 2020 06:30AM

Tofu and other foods containing higher amounts of isoflavones are associated with a lower risk of heart disease, especially for younger women and postmenopausal women not taking hormones.

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Australia Drought Wildfires Climate Change
Down-Under Drought: Australian Wildfires Linked to Climate Change

May 29, 2020 06:30AM

Australia’s devastating wildfires during 2019 and 2020 were at least 30 percent more likely to occur because of human-caused climate change.

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Thermoelectric Heat to Electricity
Hot Power: Heat Converted into Electricity

May 29, 2020 06:30AM

Researchers have found how the thermoelectric effect, or converting temperature differences into electricity, can be best used to power small, flexible devices.

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Biking Safety Coronavirus
Biking During the COVID-19 Crisis: Regular Tips Apply to Pedaling

May 29, 2020 06:30AM

During the coronavirus pandemic, social distance biking is a recommended exercise. Here are tips regarding proper equipment, fitness and safety when cycling.

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Staycations Home Vacations
Transformative Staycations: Finding Respite and Adventure Close to Home

May 29, 2020 06:30AM ● By April Thompson

Staycations—sticking close to home for new travel experiences—reduce costs, minimize travel time and lower our carbon footprint. Here are ways to plan the perfect staycation.

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Traveling Vans RVs on the Road
Everyday Adventures: Taking to Vans and RVs for Life on the Road

May 29, 2020 06:30AM ● By Sandra Yeyati

Travel tips for hitting the road with the comforts of home in an RV or well-equipped van.

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