Miracle Plant Used in Ancient Greece Rediscovered After 2,000 Years.

A “miracle” plant consumed by Ancient Greeks, Romans, and Egyptians, which was thought to have become extinct two thousand years ago, has now been rediscovered in Turkey by a professor, who thinks he’s found a botanical survivor. The plant, which the Ancient Greeks called si…

Share:

Read More

International Translation Day - 30 September.

International Translation Day on September 30th pays tribute to language professionals who offer translation and interpretation services. In doing so, translators bring nations together, facilitate dialogue, and contribute to world peace. There are over 6,500 spoken language…

Share:

Read More

Kenyan runner Eliud Kipchoge breaks his own record at the Berlin Marathon.

2 hours 1 minute and 9 seconds. That’s how long it took Eliud Kipchoge to complete the 42.195 km Berlin Marathon. He broke the world record, which he already held. In 2018, also in Berlin, the Kenyan had set the record in 2 hours, 1 minute and 39 seconds.  An extraordinary p…

Share:

Read More

New American Center opens its doors in Colombo.

The American Center in Colombo has relocated to the new U.S. Embassy building and opened its doors to program participants once again on 29 September. At a colorful opening ceremony, the new and revamped American Center in Colombo hosted library patrons, Youth Forum members,…

Share:

Read More

New coins featuring monarch's portrait unveiled.

New coins featuring the portrait of King Charles have been revealed, with a 50p carrying his image entering general circulation within weeks . BBC News was given a first glimpse of the 50p and a commemorative £5 Crown which include an image of the King by British sculptor Mar…

Share:

Read More

Mexico's 1,500-year-old unknown pyramids.

Built by indigenous masons, these 1,500-year-old pyramids are still standing strong, held together by sticky juice from the prickly pear cactus. From a distance, the grey volcanic rock pyramids and their encircling stonewalls looked like something that Mother Nature had wrou…

Share:

Read More

World Maritime Day - 29 September 2022 (Last Thursday of September)

Every year on the last Thursday of September World Maritime Day focuses on shipping safety, maritime security, and the marine environment. Maritime describes anything to do with the sea and ships. For example, the word refers to traveling and working on the ocean or military…

Share:

Read More

World Heart Day - 29 September.

Every year World Heart Day on September 29th strives to increase awareness of cardiovascular disease, including how to prevent it. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), nearly 18 million people die each ye…

Share:

Read More

Russia to formally annex four more areas of Ukraine.

Russia’s Vladimir Putin will hold a signing ceremony on Friday formally annexing four more areas of Ukraine after self-styled referendums condemned by Ukraine and the West as a sham. Russian-backed officials had earlier claimed the five-day exercise secured almost total popu…

Share:

Read More

Lizzo plays 200-year-old flute owned by former US president.

US star Lizzo wowed fans during a concert on Tuesday in Washington DC when she took to the stage to play a 200-year-old crystal flute, once owned by former US President James Madison. The singer and trained flautist was granted permission by The Library of Congress to play t…

Share:

Read More

Spotlight on Sri Lanka 4000-year old hunter gatherers.

Coastal hunter-gatherer-fisher people who lived in Sri Lanka around 4,000 years ago will be the focus of a lecture by National Trust, an organization which expands knowledge about the culture and history of the island. Samanti Kulatilake, Associate Professor of Biological An…

Share:

Read More

International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste 2022 - 29 September.

The International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste is an opportunity to call to action both the public (national or local authorities) and the private sector (businesses and individuals), to prioritise efforts and initiatives to cut food loss and waste to enhance eff…

Share:

Read More

International Day for Universal Access to Information - 28 September.

Each year on September 28th, the International Day for Universal Access to Information is observed. This day promotes the idea that every individual around the world has a right to seek and receive information. This right to information is an essential part of the right to f…

Share:

Read More

World School Milk Day - 28 September 2022 (Last Wednesday in September)

Every year on the last Wednesday in September, World School Milk Day celebrates the health benefits of school milk programs. It’s also a day to create awareness for the impact that a healthy dairy-filled breakfast has on a child’s day. Ellen Wilkinson, the former Minister of…

Share:

Read More

World Rabies Day - 28 September.

On September 28th, World Rabies Day brings healthcare experts together to spread awareness about rabies. They also find ways to prevent and control this deadly disease. The United States, along with many countries throughout the world, observe this day. Even though rabies is…

Share:

Read More

World Tourism Day - 27 September.

World Tourism Day on September 27th shines a spotlight on the benefits of tourism. Besides adding economic value to communities, tourism adds social, political, and cultural value. In essence, tourism helps all countries to build a better future. Tourism is big business. In …

Share:

Read More

Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman named as Prime Minister.

Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has been named the kingdom’s prime minister in a cabinet reshuffle ordered by King Salman, according to a royal decree published by the official Saudi Press Agency on Tuesday. Prince Mohammed is already de facto ruler of the wo…

Share:

Read More

NASA’s DART Mission Hits Asteroid in First-Ever Planetary Defense Test.

After 10 months flying in space, NASA’s Double Asteroid Redirection Test (DART) – the world’s first planetary defense technology demonstration – successfully impacted its asteroid target on Monday, the agency’s first attempt to move an asteroid in space. Mission control at t…

Share:

Read More

World Contraception Day - 26 September.

Every year on September 26th, World Contraception Day spreads awareness about contraception and safe sex. The day also teaches younger generations to make informed decisions about sexual health. Many believe birth control is a fairly modern invention. However, men and women …

Share:

Read More

World Environmental Health Day - 26 September.

The World Environmental Health Day is annually observed on 26 September to raise awareness of the detrimental impacts of today’s most pressing environmental concerns on human health. The World Environmental Health Day was first officially held on 26 September 2011. It was la…

Share:

Read More

European Day of Languages - 26 September 2022.

Every year on September 26th, the European Day of Languages alerts the general public about the importance of learning different languages. The Day also promotes the rich linguistic and cultural diversity of Europe. According to the most recent data, there are 51 independent…

Share:

Read More

International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons - 26 September.

September 26th marks the International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons. On this day, countries around the world are encouraged to reaffirm their commitment to nuclear disarmament. There are currently 14,000 nuclear weapons in the world. The nine countries th…

Share:

Read More

Winners of the Breakthrough Prize 2023.

The 2023 winners of the Breakthrough Prizes, dubbed the “ Oscars of Science ,” were announced and will split a total of more than $15 million. 2023 Breakthrough Prize laureates, recognized for their game-changing discoveries in Fundamental Physics, Life Sciences and Mathemati…

Share:

Read More

Putin grants citizenship to Edward Snowden, who exposed U.S. surveillance.

Russian President Vladimir Putin granted citizenship on Monday (26) to Edward Snowden, a former National Security Agency contractor who leaked information about top-secret U.S. surveillance programs and is still wanted by Washington on espionage charges. The decree signed by…

Share:

Read More

Giorgia Meloni likely to become Italy’s first female PM.

Results from elections on Sunday 25 September suggest that Giorgia Meloni will likely become Italy’s first woman prime minister. Meloni, age 45, is the leader of Brothers of Italy, a conservative political party. An alliance of conservative political parties won the most vote…

Share:

Read More

NASA's DART spacecraft successfully slams into asteroid.

A NASA spacecraft intentionally slammed into an asteroid Monday (26) in a historic test of humanity's ability to protect Earth from a potentially catastrophic collision with a space rock. The agency's DART probe, short for Double Asteroid Redirection Test, carried ou…

Share:

Read More

A NASA Spacecraft is about to collide with an asteroid in an effort to keep earth safe.

Dimorphos is easily one of the least interesting objects in the solar system. It’s a rock—a moonlet, really—measuring just 160 m (525 ft.) across, orbiting the asteroid Didymos, which itself measures only 780 m (2,560 ft). Located 11 million km (6.8 million mi.) from Earth,…

Share:

Read More

Roger Federer: 20-time Grand Slam champion retires after Laver Cup loss.

A tearful Roger Federer waved goodbye to professional tennis after teaming up with fellow great Rafael Nadal on an emotional night at the Laver Cup. The 41-year-old received a long ovation after walking off court for the final time as he retired as a professional. The Swiss, …

Share:

Read More

US interest rates hit 14-year high in inflation battle.

The US central bank has pushed interest rates to the highest level in almost 15 years as it fights to rein in soaring prices in the world's largest economy. The Federal Reserve announced it was raising its key rate by another 0.75 percentage points, lifting the target ra…

Share:

Read More