Creekstone Energy’s GIGAWATER project proposes capturing water vapour from natural gas to address water scarcity concerns at massive data centres, but independence validation is awaited amid public scrutiny over water use. Creekstone Energy says it wants to do something data…
India is advancing its food labelling regulations with proposed warning symbols to combat rising childhood obesity and diet-related illnesses, facing pressure from courts and health advocates to act faster on public health risks. India is moving towards tougher food labelling…
A comprehensive trial in New Zealand concludes that daily oral probiotic Streptococcus salivarius K12 from infancy does not reduce the risk of ear infections, respiratory illnesses, or antibiotic use in children up to two years old. A daily oral probiotic…
A new national analysis reveals Ethiopia’s reliance on cereals limits access to nutrient-rich foods like fruits, vegetables, and pulses, highlighting the need for policy shifts to foster dietary diversity and improve nutrition. Ethiopia’s farms produce plenty of calories, but not…
A laboratory review of 100 staple foods sold in Italy reveals that children, especially those aged one to nine, face significant cadmium exposure from pasta, bread, and biscuits, prompting calls for stricter monitoring and policy changes. Cadmium, a toxic heavy…
A damning new report criticises New Zealand ministers for failing to improve food environments, leaving children exposed to harmful marketing and inadequate nutritional support amid rising obesity and diet-related illnesses. Researchers have accused New Zealand ministers of failing to act…
Consumer groups in Mexico have raised alarms over processed drinks and desserts targeted at children, revealing hidden high sugar content and exploiting labelling loopholes, prompting calls for stricter regulation and clearer warnings from authorities. School lunchboxes are back under scrutiny…
A new parenting approach dubbed ‘gummy bear mom’ is gaining popularity on TikTok in 2026, promoting relaxed mealtime habits that resist food restrictions and emphasise normalising treats for healthier child relationships with food. A new parenting label is gaining traction…
A pioneering study using portable MRI scans reveals that anaemia during pregnancy can cause measurable and widening brain volume differences in infants by age two, highlighting the importance of maternal nutrition and innovative imaging solutions in vulnerable populations. A study…
A study by King’s College London and the University of Cape Town finds that maternal anaemia during pregnancy may lead to smaller brain sizes and affected regions involved in learning and emotional control in babies, prompting calls for improved screening…
Novo Nordisk reports promising results from a late-stage trial showing that its obesity drug semaglutide enables nearly 40% of children aged six to under 12 to reduce their BMIs below the obesity threshold, signalling a potential shift in paediatric obesity…
A Turkish study indicates that a Mediterranean eating plan could aid in managing asthma symptoms and improving overall health in overweight children, though larger research is needed to confirm these promising findings. A recent study has added to evidence that…
