Living
The Moon
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The Moon card forces the exploration of what we least like to face: the dark sides of ourselves. But the bright side of the Moon is that when we do so, we learn and embrace who we truly are.
Asia
A New Mineral Discovered in Japan’s National Stone Named for Amaterasu
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A newly discovered mineral, Amaterasuite, has been found in Japan’s national stone, jadeitite. Named for the sun goddess Amaterasu, it reflects both groundbreaking science and deep cultural ties to Shinto spirituality and Japanese heritage.
News
A cow’s journey from Wales to Stonehenge
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Scientists have analyzed the tooth from a 5000 year old cow’s jawbone, which suggests further ties between Stonehenge and the bluestone quarries of southwest Wales.
Living
Losing the Wild: Study Finds Human-Nature Bond Has Plunged Over The Last 200 Years
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A new study finds humanity’s connection to nature has fallen by 60% since 1800, driven largely by urbanization and weakened family transmission. Even more challenging is that reversing the decline may require a tenfold increase in green space. But changing language might help as well.
Asia
Healing Trees: New Research Shows Benefits of Shinrin-yoku
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New research supports the health benefits of forest bathing, showing real forests reduce stress, improve sleep, and boost immunity, offering evidence for nature’s role in mental and physical well-being.