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In Sardinia, 15 restaurants will ask families to put away phones during a one-month pilot led by the island’s children’s ombudsman. Staff will offer games and drawing materials designed with pediatricians to prompt conversation, testing whether public settings can help parents manage children’s screen

Sardinian restaurants test phone-free family dining

Sardinian restaurants test phone-free family dining

29 octobre 2026

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Sardinian restaurants test phone-free family dining

22 février 2026

Le Kenya lancera un traitement préventif du VIH en mars

Kenya is set to begin a nationwide rollout of lenacapavir, a long-acting HIV prevention injection that only needs to be given twice a year and has shown extremely high effectiveness in global trials. The first 21,000 doses have arrived through a partnership with the Global Fund, and the phased programme will start in 15 high-burden counties with more doses expected soon.

22 février 2026

Des tortues géantes de retour aux Galápagos

Once declared extinct, descendants of Floreana tortoises are now being reintroduced to Floreana Island. Hybrids raised in breeding centers are returning the giant tortoises to their rightful home and will play a crucial role in restoring native plants, controlling pests, and reviving ecosystems.

21 février 2026

La joueuse de hockey autochtone la plus médaillée obtient sa quatrième médaille

Canadian defense star Jocelyne Larocque has made history at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, Italy, by earning her fourth Olympic medal in women’s ice hockey. Even though Canada fell 2–1 to the United States in overtime, Larocque’s silver adds to her two golds and an earlier silver from past Games, making her the most-decorated Indigenous Olympian from North America.

20 février 2026

Trouver un sens à sa vie par des liens quotidiens

New research argues that feeling valued by family, friends, colleagues and community, along with opportunities to contribute to others, meets a deeply human need for mattering. Rather than grand gestures, everyday actions such as checking on a neighbor or appreciating a co-worker create meaningful bonds that support better mental health and lower stress.

19 février 2026

Turbines hybrides en mer augmentent l’énergie de 70%

Researchers at the University of Surrey found that combining offshore wind turbines with tidal and wave energy devices on shared platforms can raise electricity output by up to 70%. The hybrid approach also lowers construction costs and improves stability, creating a steadier flow of clean power for coastal nations while reducing impacts on marine ecosystems.

18 février 2026

Des chiens détectent la faune illégale dans l’air des conteneurs

Researchers from the University of Adelaide have demonstrated a new way to use sniffer dogs to uncover illegal wildlife trafficking hidden in shipping containers. By pairing trained detection dogs with a portable air-sampling device that collects air from inside sealed containers, authorities can screen cargo without opening it, identifying scents from concealed wildlife products with almost 98 % accuracy.

17 février 2026

Des séances de yoga apportent calme et jeu aux enfants de Gaza

In northern Gaza City, a local teacher has turned a simple tent into a vibrant space for yoga and creative activities that help children cope with the challenges of life amid conflict. Through gentle movements, breathing exercises and play, young participants find moments of calm, laughter and connection that ease their stress and allow them to feel safe for a little while each day.

16 février 2026

Un insecte rare au Royaume-Uni atteint des records

Sightings of the green forest hoverfly, one of the United Kingdom’s rarest insects, have surged far beyond previous records. A four-year study backed by Forestry England logged more than 450 observations in the New Forest, Hampshire—one of only two known habitats nationwide, alongside Windsor Great Park in Berkshire. Before 2022, just 150 sightings had ever been recorded.

16 février 2026

Un remède contre la goutte pas cher protège le cœur

A low-cost medication for gout is now transforming heart care by significantly lowering the risk of heart attacks and strokes. Extensive global research shows that this accessible anti-inflammatory treatment creates a protective shield for the heart, offering a simple and effective way to enhance long-term wellness for millions.

16 février 2026

La technologie haptique fait vibrer les fans de sport sourds

A groundbreaking haptic vest is transforming how deaf fans experience live football by converting stadium sounds into vibrations. This creative solution allows supporters to feel the crowd's roar and every goal in real-time. By bridging the gap between sound and touch, technology ensures everyone belongs in the game.

16 février 2026

Londres booste la mobilité verte avec 500 nouvelles bornes

The London borough of Hammersmith and Fulham is significantly expanding its electric vehicle network by installing 500 new curbside chargers. This initiative makes sustainable driving more accessible for residents without private driveways and charging options, making the city's transition toward cleaner air and quieter streets more inclusive.

16 février 2026

Les plus vieux chants de baleines découverts dans les archives

Scientists have uncovered the oldest known recordings of humpback whale songs, dating back to the 1950s near Bermuda. These historical tapes from the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution reveal the sophisticated cultural heritage of marine life, helping researchers analyze changes over tie and protect these musical giants for generations to come.

16 février 2026

Le show de Bad Bunny booste l’apprentissage de l’espagnol

Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny has inspired a massive 35% week-on-week increase in Spanish learners on Duolingo following his vibrant Super Bowl halftime show. The cultural milestone has showcased how music can help unite people, encouraging millions to embrace a new language and connect more deeply with Latin heritage.

15 février 2026

Un premier médicament pour stopper enfin la prééclampsie

Preeclampsia is one of the most serious complications of pregnancy, and one of the leading causes of maternal mortality worldwide. A new breakthrough medication targets dangerously high blood pressure in the mother and immediately stabilizes it, while improving blood flow to the womb. The drug doesn't cross into the placenta or the breastmilk, thus doesn't reach the baby.

15 février 2026

Le Portugal renforce la sécurité des réseaux pour les mineurs

Portugal has approved a bill requiring parental consent for social media access for young people under 16. Platforms serving ages 13 to 16 must now include protections against violence, sexual material, addictive design and manipulated media, strengthening digital safeguards.

15 février 2026

L’Europe et l’Inde réorientent la mode vers le circulaire

On 9 February 2026, the European Commission banned destroying unsold textiles, accelerating a shift to reuse and repair. At the same time India updated national waste rules, requiring four-way segregation and weaving circular economy principles into how fabric discards are managed.

15 février 2026

Peau de poisson crée emballage alimentaire durable nouveau innovant

Brazilian scientists have developed a transparent, flexible, and biodegradable food packaging film made from the skin of the Amazonian tambatinga fish, offering a sustainable alternative to petroleum-based plastics and a new use for aquaculture waste, using thhe collagen-rich fish skin typically discarded during processing is used to produce .

15 février 2026

Régime végan réduit fortement médicaments des aînés chez les

Researchers report that seniors following a vegan pattern use dramatically fewer prescriptions. Reviewing polypharmacy—five or more drugs, they found plant-based eating and healthy routines lower risks tied to side effects and early death while easing the need for medication.