For a person in an urbanized society - with its constant rush, endless stream of cars, asphalt, iron, concrete - a few hours spent in nature certainly become a breath of fresh air.
A team of scientists from Princeton University has concluded that the United States of America could switch to the production of synthetic fuels and stop importing crude oil.
The toilet seat has an unfair reputation as the dirtiest item in the house. But scientists say there are far more disgusting places you might least expect.
Children from wealthy families have a weakened immune system due to cleanliness in the home. Thus, scientists have concluded that parents obsessed with cleanliness can harm the health of their children.
In a nationwide survey, a majority of Norwegians initially supported a reduction in the fuel tax. But when respondents were told that the fuel tax would be geared towards specific environmental goals, most changed their minds and said they would support an increase in the tax.
"My home is my castle!" - we often say. Steel doors, reliable vandal-proof locks, alarms - all these modern means of protection give us confidence in our own safety. But there are unforeseen situations that no armored door will protect against.
