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Microplastics: The Hidden Threat in Water and Food

Plastic is everywhere — from packaging and clothing to electronics and construction materials. But as plastic breaks down, it creates a far less visible and more dangerous form: microplastics. These…

DeKa June 11, 2025

Climate Our Planet

What Is an Ice Age?

An Ice Age is a long-term period in Earth’s history when global temperatures drop significantly, leading to the expansion of ice sheets and glaciers over large parts of the planet.…

DeKa June 11, 2025

Climate Our Planet

Cyclical Climate Changes on Earth: Natural Rhythms of the Planet

Climate change is often associated with human activity in the modern era, but long before the Industrial Revolution, Earth experienced natural climate cycles driven by astronomical, geological, and biological forces.…

DeKa June 11, 2025

Ecology Environmental Hazards

What Are Greenhouse Gases and How Do They Affect the Climate?

Greenhouse gases play a crucial role in regulating Earth’s temperature. Without them, our planet would be a frozen wasteland. However, human activities have sharply increased their concentration in the atmosphere,…

DeKa June 11, 2025

Ecology Green City

How a City Can Become Climate-Neutral

As the world confronts climate change, cities play a crucial role in leading the way toward sustainability. With over half the global population living in urban areas, making cities climate-neutral—that…

DeKa June 11, 2025

History Our Planet Pets

The History of Modern Dogs

Dogs have been humanity’s faithful companions for tens of thousands of years. From their ancient beginnings as wild wolves to their modern status as beloved pets, service animals, and working…

DeKa June 10, 2025

History Pets

The History of Modern Cats

Domesticated cats, now among the world’s most popular pets, have a long and fascinating history that spans thousands of years. From revered companions in ancient civilizations to cherished members of…

DeKa June 10, 2025

Ecology Guardians of Nature Our Planet

The Negative Impact of Human Activity on Nature

Human progress has brought comfort, technology, and urban expansion — but it has also come at a high cost to the environment. From air pollution to habitat destruction, our actions…

DeKa June 10, 2025

Ecology Guardians of Nature Our Planet

How Can We Protect Nature Today? Practical Steps for a Healthier Planet

Nature is the foundation of all life on Earth — it gives us air to breathe, water to drink, food to eat, and a climate we can survive in. But…

DeKa June 10, 2025

Green City Tech & Nature

Vertical Gardens and Green Facades: Nature on Urban Walls

As urban environments grow denser and taller, the need for green spaces becomes more urgent. Vertical gardens and green facades offer an innovative solution—transforming bare building walls into living ecosystems.…

DeKa June 4, 2025