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Bone-02: China’s Bio-Inspired Bone Glue That Heals Fractures in Minutes
A team of Chinese scientists has developed a biodegradable bone adhesive, called Bone-02, that can repair fractures in just a few minutes — without the need for metal plates, screws, or lengthy surgery. The new material, inspired by how oysters and mussels cling to rocks underwater, could transform orthopedic treatment.
Oct 125 min read


What famous paintings say about the world economy
The Economist article "What 630,000 paintings say about the world economy," they analyze how general economic processes are reflected in painting – in styles, colors, and moods
Sep 143 min read


Diet as an Investment Portfolio: AI as an Economic Turbo Mode
Imagine closing your eyes and hearing: “AI could boost global economic growth by 30% a year.”Sounds like science fiction?
Aug 133 min read


The Teflon economy: how the global system survives in an era of multiple crises
We live in an era of multiple crises: COVID-19, the war in Ukraine, the energy shock, the banking crisis, geopolitics, China and Taiwan, and Trump's tariffs.
Jul 273 min read


Why Investors Ignore Crises: The 'Head in the Sand' Strategy
While global tensions rise - wars erupt, sanctions tighten, missiles fly - Wall Street marches on.
Jul 263 min read


Why Rich Countries No Longer Want to Have Boys
Not long ago, the birth of a son was considered a blessing across cultures. Boys carried the family name, inherited the business, and symbolized continuity.
Jul 263 min read


Systems genetics in action: from the laboratory to real-world benefits
Systems genetics technologies - QTL and eQTL analyses combined with omics data - are now being applied in medicine, agriculture and ecology to solve real-world problems.
Jul 103 min read


The largest change to EU borders since the creation of the Schengen Zone
Europe’s EES launches a ‘passport in your pocket’ app, enabling non-EU travellers to upload passport information and selfies ahead of their arrival.
Jul 23 min read


"Shadow of COVID-19": How the world is reshaping itself into a "lone worker economy"
Even when a pandemic seems to be behind us, its effects remain - and they are deeper than they seem.
Jun 303 min read


What are the new rules for drivers in Europe?
The European Union has approved new rules for driving licences, reinforcing road safety and harmonising penalties for serious offences.
Jun 163 min read


End of free hand luggage on EU flights approaching?
A reform of Regulation (EU) 261/2004 paves the way for fees on hand luggage and drastically reduces compensation for flight delays and cancellations.
Jun 164 min read


AI in the "abyss of disillusionment": what's next?
In 2025, artificial intelligence (AI) finds itself in the "chasm of disillusionment," a term from the Gartner hype cycle that refers to a period when inflated expectations are replaced by disappointment due to failure to deliver promised results.
Jun 42 min read


Standing seats on planes a new reality?
Low-cost airlines have gone further than just eyeing the possibility of standing seats – they are now aiming to make it a reality to debut in 2026.
May 313 min read


Dogs really do look like their owners - and now it's been proven by science
For years we've noticed: owners and their dogs often look and behave similarly. Now science has confirmed this observation.
May 292 min read


Working remotely in English-speaking countries: economic benefits and cultural sensitivities
In English-speaking countries such as the US, UK, Canada and Australia, remote working has become an integral part of the working culture. According to the Global Survey of Working Arrangements, employees in the UK work remotely an average of 1.8 days per week, which is higher than the international average of 1.3 days.
May 232 min read


The possible collapse of the dollar: what could lead to a weakening of the US currency
The possible collapse of the dollar: what could lead to a weakening of the US currency
Apr 301 min read


Spain: Europe's economic star in 2024
Spain: Europe's economic star in 2024
Apr 292 min read


An epochal shift: will the euro become the world's No. 1 currency?
An epochal shift: will the euro become the world's No. 1 currency?
Apr 291 min read


The non-alcoholic boom: why 'sober' drinks are becoming the new champagne
Not so long ago, non-alcoholic beer was considered a drink for pregnant women, drivers and those who "temporarily don't drink". Today it is a fashionable choice, a symbol of awareness and part of a new drinking culture.
Apr 292 min read


Genetic engineering: how science is rewriting the human future
Once it was science fiction to change a gene to defeat a disease or enhance intelligence. Today, it's a reality, and as The Economist writes, genetic engineering is already changing not just medicine but the very understanding of human beings.
Apr 291 min read
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