These frogs are among the world's smallest vertebrates.Marcio Pie, CC BY-NC-SASeven new species of miniaturised frogs have been found in the Brazilian Atlantic rainforest. Among the smallest vertebrates on the planet, these colourful creatures can fit comfortably on a human thumbnail.
To understand just how tiny these frogs are, consider this: the...
I can't believe it isn't true.Hayfever by ShutterstockAllergies are on the rise across the developed world and hay fever and eczema have trebled in the last 30 years. Yet allergies are an area of much confusion and concern. Although 40% of people report having a food allergy, in fact only 1-5% do, and allergists commonly report spending most of...
Taking decisionsShutterstockShoplifting is a serious problem. Although it is often perceived as an “ordinary crime” due to its supposed victimless nature, in fact it costs the UK’s retail industry £335m a year. And part of this cost is passed on to consumers in the form of higher prices.
The way buildings and streets are...
Childcare and education: the building blocks for equalityfrom www.shutterstock.comThe government has announced its intention to increase free childcare for working parents. The current allowance for three and four-year-olds is for 570 hours a year – 15 hours per week. This is to be doubled in 2016, meaning that working parents earning less...
The contemporary, hectic way of life is one of ease and adaptability while commuting and working. Regardless of whether one moves around by road, commuting between towns for conferences, or taking a f...
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In modern busy urbanized societies, structured parking areas are necessary in terms of both security and convenience. At a shopping center, business establishment, or a publicly-accessible facility, t...
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The cleaning industry in Australia is booming as more people are opting for professional cleaning services to keep their homes, offices, and businesses spotless. With the increasing demand for cleanli...
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