Why does our skin wrinkle in water?
Mark Changizi’s study offers a scientific and anthropological explanation for a phenomenon many take for granted. By Omala Snyder Author Bio: Omala Snyder studies English literature, creative writing, and international relations at Dartmouth College, where she works at the student…
Across Africa, water conflict threatens security, health, and the environment
By Robin Scher Source: Independent Media Institute This article was produced by Earth | Food | Life, a project of the Independent Media Institute. Water is a finite resource on our planet. We can only rely on what we have,…
6 things every educated person should know
We all want our children to be successful in life, and one of the best ways to help them achieve this is by ensuring that they receive a good education. But what does it mean to be educated? What should…
Barbados Ministry of Education and Center of Science and Industry (COSI) launch STEM Learning Lunchbox Initiative
Honorable Kay McConney, Minister of Education for Barbados and COSI distribute hundreds of science kits to youth to promote science and technology on the island CARIBPR WIRE, Bridgetown, Barbados, Aug. 26, 2022: Honorable Kay McConney, Minister of Education for Barbados and…
Americas Conference on Solar Radiation Modification to be held at The UWI Regional Headquarters
The UWI Regional Headquarters, Jamaica W.I. Tuesday, August 23, 2022—Vice Chair of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), Dr. Thelma Krug is among speakers slated for the 2022 Americas Conference on Solar Radiation Modification to be hosted at The…
Would dogs be better off without us?
A thought experiment tells us a lot about man’s best friend—and ourselves. By Jessica Pierce and Marc Bekoff / Independent Media Institute Would dogs be better off without us? This may be a difficult question to consider if you live…
