In Indonesia's Gunung Leuser National Park, a wild male orangutan named Rakus demonstrated an extraordinary self-medication ability by using a plant known for its anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving properties. This is the first observation of its kind where scientists have witnessed a wild animal directly using medicinal plants.

 The German Aerospace Center, in collaboration with NASA, has announced the initiation of a research project that will offer twelve volunteers a unique opportunity to earn 18,000 euros. However, to earn this money, participants will have to stay in bed for two months, simulating the conditions of cosmic weightlessness. The project aims to study the impact of prolonged space travel on the human body.

According to the latest reports from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), we are witnessing the fourth global mass coral bleaching event, triggered by record ocean temperatures. This phenomenon, where corals lose their color and may die, has serious implications for marine ecosystems and for economies that depend on the sea, generating trillions of dollars annually.

Haiti, a nation on the brink of collapse, is currently facing one of the most challenging periods in its history. Devastated by a series of tragedies, the country is now descending into anarchy due to escalating violence and gang activity. Recent developments in the capital, Port-au-Prince, have significantly exacerbated the situation, posing a threat to the safety of its residents and all who contemplate visiting.