A massive thousand-year-old Viking hall that may have once housed important meetings has been found by archaeologists who believe they have only excavated part of the giant structure A massive Viking hall has been uncovered by archaeologists in what has been hailed as a historic discovery. The remains of the large homestead are thought to be as much as a … [Read more...] about Huge Viking hall discovered in ‘biggest find’ in more than a decade
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Finland ends homelessness and provides shelter for all in need
In Finland, the number of homeless people has fallen sharply. The reason: The country applies the “Housing First” concept. Those affected by homelessness receive a small apartment and counselling – without any preconditions. 4 out of 5 people affected thus make their way back into a stable life. And: All this is cheaper than accepting homelessness. Finland is the only … [Read more...] about Finland ends homelessness and provides shelter for all in need
After Sharing a Bed with Its Owners, A Pet Dog Becomes the First Domesticated Animal to Catch Monkeypox
A dog in Paris has become the first domestic animal recorded to contract monkeypox after sharing a bed with its owners, who also had the virus. According to the Telegraph, the two gay men, who were non-monogamous, developed symptoms for the highly infectious disease at the end of June. The two men had to be hospitalised, where doctors identified their sores … [Read more...] about After Sharing a Bed with Its Owners, A Pet Dog Becomes the First Domesticated Animal to Catch Monkeypox
The James Webb Space Telescope captured a spectacular ‘Cartwheel Galaxy’
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope is making scientific advances by the light-year. It has now turned its superb lenses towards the Cartwheel Galaxy, a strange and beautiful element of our universe, from its lofty perch in space. NASA's images reveal strangely shaped rings of stars and supernovas that were previously obscured by floating clouds of dust. The telescope's unique … [Read more...] about The James Webb Space Telescope captured a spectacular ‘Cartwheel Galaxy’
In Scotland, 14 million Trees Have Been Cut Down to Make Way for Wind Farms
21 wind farms have been constructed on forestry land Almost 14 million trees have been felled in Scotland to make way for wind turbines. The Scottish Government expects to generate 100% of its electricity from renewable sources this year, but there are concerns about striking a balance between green energy and forest preservation. According to new data from Forestry … [Read more...] about In Scotland, 14 million Trees Have Been Cut Down to Make Way for Wind Farms