How climate change is washing away precious evidence of our distant past: Heavy rainfall and degrading peatland are putting archaeological artefacts at increased risk of decay. 139904/Pixabay As well as threatening biodiversity, food systems and human health, climate change has another victim: ancient artefacts. At some UK sites of archaeological interest, unusually heavy rainfall is …
How place of birth shapes chances of going to university: evidence from 7 African countries: Regions with higher than average university attainment in the 1960s continue to have higher university attainment rates today. Shutterstock Many newly independent African countries in the 1960s inherited regional and ethnic inequalities in formal educational attainment. These new states bound …
South Africa in the news: ‘No Evidence’ Omicron Milder Than Delta: British researchers say they have found “no evidence” that the Omicron coronavirus variant is milder than Delta.: “South Africa” – BingNews SA vs India: Memorable Test matches in South Africa: They have managed to win only three of 20 Tests in the nation. Notwithstanding, …
Can oily fish, cherries or milk help you sleep? Here’s what the evidence shows: Many foods are believed to help people sleep but some are just myths. amenic181/Shutterstock Almost one-in-five British people report they don’t get enough sleep each night. The problem is so bad that in total the UK public are losing around a …
Omicron: evidence shows it evades immunity from earlier infection more than other variants: South Africa is seeing a spike in COVID-19 cases. EMMANUEL CROSET/AFP via Getty Images Scientists are working around the clock to get a better understanding of the Omicron variant. Around the world countries have imposed travel bans to mitigate the spread. South …
South Africa in the news: The concerning evidence about Omicron from South Africa cited by Wales’ health minister: Data from South Africa has shown a rapid rise in the number of people being hospitalised, Wales’ health minister has said. Eluned Morgan has today said there will be a rapid rise in Omicron cases in …: …
Africa’s growing road network may affect ecosystems: we reviewed the evidence: The road leading to the Etosha National Park East Gate at Fort Namutoni, Etosha National Park, Namibia. Getty Images/ Alexander Hafemann The mission to integrate African economies relies on the development and construction of major infrastructure, from roads to railways and ports across the …
Targeting disaster management: New research evidence from Sierra Leone: The fire at Susan Bay magnified the lack of disaster management in Sierra Leone Lee Miles Sierra Leone is prone to climate-related disasters like fires, water shortages, floods and mudslides. It has also seen serious disease outbreaks like Ebola and COVID-19. On the World Risk Index …
Would a longer school day help children catch up after the pandemic? Here’s what the evidence says: COVID-induced school closures in 2020 resulted in the majority of pupils in England – at primary and secondary level – missing around 40 days of school on site. Schools around the globe were similarly affected, though to different …
Is brushing your teeth for two minutes enough? Here’s what the evidence says: The two minute rule has been recommended since the 70s. WAYHOME studio/ Shutterstock A lot of us are familiar with the advice that we should brush our teeth twice a day, and for at least two minutes each time. Many of us …
New physics: latest results from Cern further boost tantalising evidence: There's more going on in the universe than we know. Zolt Levay/Flickr, CC BY-SA The Large Hadron Collider (LHC) sparked worldwide excitement in March as particle physicists reported tantalising evidence for new physics – potentially a new force of nature. Now, our new result, yet …
Conservation works better when local communities lead it, new evidence shows: Mangrove reforestation project in Belo-sur-Mer, southwestern Madagascar Author, Author provided We are currently facing a mass extinction of plants and animals. To remedy this, world leaders have pledged a huge expansion of protected areas ahead of the UN biodiversity summits to be held in …
Cannabis products are being sold as sleep remedies – here’s the evidence about their effectiveness: Shutterstock Problems with sleep are common. In recent research, 48% of UK adults said sleeping badly had a negative effect on their mental health. For teenagers, this proportion was significantly higher – 66%. The large number of people experiencing sleep …
South Africa in the news: Christo Wiese sells 13% stake in Gemfields as evidence mounts of run on UK firm: Some 136.7 million shares were sold for R3.50 apiece, said Gemfields. Wiese, who is renowned in South Africa for building a retail empire, kept a beneficial interest of 0.49% in Gemfields which has …: “South …
Cold showers are said to be good for you – here’s what the evidence shows: A cold shower in the morning is a pretty unpleasant way to start the day. Yet many have been tempted to take up the habit because being immersed in cold water has many purported health benefits, both physical and mental. …
African researchers make headway in getting decisions made based on evidence: shutterstock Waldemarus/Shutterstock The COVID-19 pandemic has added to the challenges facing African countries, including poverty, inequality and unemployment. Solutions exist. But they must be based on the best available evidence. That allows governments and policymakers to ensure scarce resources are carefully, transparently allocated where …
South Africa in the news: Good party sends explosive evidence to Hawks unit of 26 individuals directly implicated in SA’s July unrest: The Good party has given the Hawks a USB stick containing explosive evidence of ANC members’ involvement in the July mayhem. But will the Hawks act?: “South Africa” – BingNews WHO seeks halt …
Facebook often removes evidence of atrocities in countries like Syria and Myanmar – but we can preserve it: R. Bociaga/Shutterstock Nearly half of the world’s population owns a smartphone. For those living in conflict zones or suffering human rights violations, these devices are crucial. They help ordinary people record and share the atrocities they witness …