A stone slab found in France is the oldest map in Europe
An ancient stone slab found in a French burial is the oldest known map in Europe. It shows us that we should not underestimate the cartographic knowledge of the Bronze Age.
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France and China develop “GMO” super soldier
The arms race reaches the biological level. Chinese advances towards the creation of a super soldier drag other nations as well.
Au revoir, plastic cups: ban starts in France
France is now saying goodbye to disposable plastic plates and cups. It is the first, important though small step towards a future without plastic.
Zero-waste miracles: France's poorest city turns green
“I think I don't do anything special. Zero-waste? I just recovered good practices that society has forgotten for 50 years."
The first solar panel road arrives in France
In #France, to be precise in Normandy, the first kilometer of solar #road was inaugurated this morning. This is a truly unique case in the world. The French Environment Minister, Segolene Royal, personally traveled this first stretch of photovoltaic road and announced the government's willingness to build roads of this type in other areas of the country. The solar road is the result of a new technology, but very expensive: in fact, 5 million euros are needed for one kilometre, costs... Read more
The drones that deliver mail in France
After Amazon's attempts to deliver parcels via #drones, in France the #mail already arrives with this method comfortably at the recipient's home. By now the postal services of some countries have started to evaluate the possibility of using drones instead of classic postmen, especially to deliver mail in particularly difficult areas. There have already been examples in Switzerland and Australia. However, France today announces a truly regular delivery service via drones. The … Read more
Only 125 kg, no clutch: with DAB 1α, the electric motorcycle breaks the mold
DAB Motors presents the 1α, an electric motorcycle without gears or clutch, with a recyclable battery and controls inspired by retro video games.
Freeing cities from the dictatorship of the automobile: instructions for use
Car-dependent cities pose a danger to health, the environment and public safety. It's time to rethink urban spaces to cut traffic and smog.
Families, in the future we will all have fewer relatives
A recent study reveals that family structures around the world are set to undergo a drastic change due to the global demographic transition
Parkinson's, anti-diabetes drug slows down motor symptoms: it's the first time
Lixisenatide injections slow the progression of movement disorders in Parkinson's compared to placebo. Is the first time.
600 electric bicycles donated, 600 lives changed
Providing e-bikes as gifts (or free of charge) to people in need transforms lives and provides transport autonomy to those who cannot afford a car.
Goodbye columns? With the solar cover the electric car charges itself
Cover the car with the ACPV solar cover and recharge the battery for free with photovoltaics. Autonomy up to 30km/day, zero emissions. Ideal for home-work commutes.
In vitro gametogenesis, more hope for biological children from two men
Scientists closer to creating human embryos from two men: In vitro gametogenesis may expand the boundaries of parenthood.
I'll tell you the story of the first Eurotunnel, 200 years ago
The Eurotunnel under the Channel was not born yesterday, but much, much earlier: and it could have changed the history of Europe centuries ago.
Paris, incredible bike boom: Plan Vélo won, the city is unrecognizable
For Le Monde, bicycle use in Paris has doubled thanks to 10 years of huge investments in cycling infrastructure.
Brittany, a new life for eggshells: they become green packaging
In France, a pair of farmers have devised a process to turn eggshells into eco-friendly packaging… for eggs.
Robot surgeons: a rapidly evolving reality between promises and skepticism
Robotic surgeons promise less invasive surgeries and faster recovery, but their real impact is yet to be proven and their cost remains a barrier for many hospitals.
The more the merrier: why we should want a more populated world
A more populated and growing world: an unsustainable utopia or the key to a richer and more varied future?
“Spiral” contact lenses: eliminate all vision defects in one fell swoop
A French research team creates a lens with a spiral pattern that focuses at different distances and corrects all visual defects in one shot.
Job Dating: an innovative approach to the selection process
The concept of "speed dating", or a succession of quick dates with different candidates to find a soul mate, has also entered the world of work under the name of "job dating". This innovative selection method is gaining ground in the HR services of companies and institutions, with interesting results.
Excess mortality: in 2020-2022 it exceeded that of Covid
After precise actuarial and scientific studies, a worrying increase in excess mortality is highlighted, with a total almost triple that caused by COVID-19.
