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Sunflowers make small moves to maximize their Sun exposure − physicists can model them to predict how they grow
Sunflowers use tiny movements to follow the Sun's path throughout the day. AP Photo/Charlie Riedel Most of us aren’t spending our days watching our houseplants grow. We see their signs of life only …
Brighten your autumn garden with the charm of pansies
(BPT) - Autumn has arrived, welcoming cooler temperatures and a new chance to enjoy seasonal flowers. Fall presents a new opportunity to embrace the beauty of the outdoors. It’s the perfect …
From watering via ice cubes to spritzing with hydrogen peroxide – 4 misguided plant health trends on social media
The internet is full of advice on just about everything, including plant care. As the director of a plant diagnostic laboratory and expert on plant medicine, I help people manage their plants’ health
Cherry blossoms – celebrated in Japan for centuries and gifted to Americans – are an appreciation of impermanence and spring
Cherry blossoms mark the beginning of spring. Various festivals are regularly organized in California, Colorado, Georgia, Tennessee and Washington, D.C., to celebrate the bloom of cherry trees. …
Why do flowers smell?
Imagine walking through a tropical forest as a sweet scent wafts through the air. A little farther down the path, the putrid stench of rotting flesh makes you catch your breath. Upon investigation, you find that both odors originate from flowers – but why do flowers smell like anything at all? ...
Lifestyle news
Would Kamala Harris be our first Gen X president?
Economic Hardship Reporting Project writer makes the case that being so Gen X self is, surprisingly, Kamala Harris' best bet for connecting with a wide range of voters, especially young ones.
11 tips for reducing stress on World Mental Health Day
Vivian Health shares 11 tips to add mental health and wellness practices into the daily routines of healthcare professionals.
Most older adults face ageism, and it's taking a toll on their mental health
Counseling Schools examined peer-reviewed research and data from WHO and the American Psychological Association to understand the impact of ageism.
Do AI-generated images reinforce gender and racial stereotypes?
Restack worked with DataPulse Research to test five image generators with the same 10 prompts to uncover possible prejudices and biases.
Exclusive: California's homeless population grew again this year
CalMatters examines the state of California's homeless population in 2024.