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How much do your genes determine how long you’ll live? It’s a question that fascinates us, and one that’s been debated for decades. For years, the answer seemed settled – genes account for about 20–25% of the variation in human lifespan, with the rest down to lifestyle and environment.

This roundup of The Conversation’s climate coverage was first published in our award-winning weekly climate action newsletter, Imagine.

A recently published video shows real-time raytraced shadows in a game environment running within the improbable confines of a mid-1990s Sega console.

Dalai Lama earned his first-ever Grammy Award for a meditation-focused audio album. There were no red carpets, no flashy performances, and no promotional buzz. Instead, the recognition came from something deeply personal and silence, reflection, and emotional grounding. The meditation album stood out for its intention rather than ambition, reminding…

Aquascaping is the process of designing and creating a composition of aquatic plants, rocks, driftwood, and gravel in a fish tank to create a beautiful underwater landscape. It not only creates a healthy environment for the fish but also enhances the charm of the house. It is more than just…

Antibiotics are seen as both harmful and helpful as well. They help or protect us by treating our infection, but they can also upset the balance of good bacteria in the gut. This leads to health related problems which are not good for your body.But a new study has added…

Brazilian courts have ruled that the Belo Monte hydropower plant has had environmental and social impacts "far greater" than originally forecasted.

Cats are perceived as indifferent, self-reliant and not interested in human feelings. Nevertheless, a person who has lived intimately with a cat knows that only a very small portion of the stereotype is superficial. Other breeds of cats are strongly loyal, emotionally sensitive and very protective of their masters to…

A change in color often means the growing environment needs adjusting

Pets express their emotions in many different ways. Many times, pet owners don’t realise what their dog or cat is emotionally going through. However, a fellow pet can feel it deeply. A video on social media is currently going viral in which a pet cat becomes a dog’s refuge during…

Residents and local authorities are worried about environmental hazards and land devaluation as minister says excess regulations may hinder modern farming practices