🧬 Human Y chromosome fully sequenced for the first time
Decades-long challenge overcome by scientists. Addition of 30 million new bases to the human genome. Discovery reveals 41 new protein-coding genes.
🤔 Studies: Cynics aren't smarter (they are actually the opposite)
Studies debunk the common belief that cynics are more competent. Data from 200,000 individuals across 30 countries supports this conclusion. In fact, individuals with cynical views often performed worse on cognitive ability and academic competency tasks.
😊 New survey: Americans satisfied with their lives
83% of Americans satisfied with their personal life, matching the historical average. Half of the participants are very satisfied.
☀️ EU will hit renewable energy targets ahead of time
Solar power growth in EU set to exceed 2030 targets ahead of schedule. 41 gigawatts of new solar capacity added in 2022, marking a 40 percent increase from 2021.
💡 Hopescrolling: 24 optimistic news in August
24 fact-based optimistic news items that show how the world improved in August.
🐢 Record-breaking sea turtle nesting observed in northern Palm Beach County
Loggerhead Marinelife Center reports an all-time high in sea turtle nests. The increase from last year is 37 percent.
🏭 EU sees decline in pollutant emissions amid economic growth
Total emissions in EU Member States dropped in 2021, continuing the decline since 2005. During the same period, GDP grew by 47 percent.
💛 Decline in suicides among young people in 2022
Suicides in the 10-to-24 age bracket decreased by 8.4 percent. The decline counters recent trends.
🌊 Less plastic in the oceans than presumed, says Dutch researcher
Recent research indicates significantly less plastic in oceans than estimated. Around 3 million tons, instead of 50 to 300 million tons of plastic waste.