Articles from ‘elocal magazine’

In July, the Australian Federal Police disclosed that reports of modern slavery in 2023-24 had increased 12 percent over the previous financial year, and while New Zealand is listed amongst one of the least vulnerable countries for slavery, it is estimated that 4,000 live in slavery in New Zealand.  · The reports – 382 in total – included alleged incidents of human trafficking, forced marriage, forced labour, sexual exploitation, domestic…

Poll results can be misleading without full context, such as methodology and sample size. · Media often omits key details, making it harder to assess the accuracy of poll results. · Leading or emotionally charged questions can influence responses and skew outcomes. · Transparency is needed to ensure poll results are accurate and reliable. · Poll results often leave out important details · In political polling, much weight is given to the…

According to Alan Lovell, chairman of the Environment Agency, electric cars pollute waterways more than traditional petrol or diesel vehicles—thanks to their extra weight. · The heavier the car, the more particles and microplastics are worn off from tyres, which eventually make their way into rivers. · EVs weigh an average of about 150 kg more than their petrol counterparts. That means they contribute disproportionately to the nearly 20% of…

This is the most amazing Beef Stroganoff you will ever have! Golden seared juicy beef strips smothered in an incredible sour cream mushroom gravy, this Beef Stroganoff recipe is an easy 30 minute recipe. · Never suffer through dry chewy beef or bland Stroganoff sauce again – this recipe delivers!! · Ingredients · 600 grm  scotch fillet steak / boneless rib eye · 2 tbsp vegetable oil , divided · 1 large onion (or 2 small onions), sliced · 300 g…

The same dynamic on display in Shakespeare’s “Othello” plays out within the human heart. There is an inner Iago who lies to us, and we want to believe that liar and believe that he is honest and loves us. Do we swallow his lies, or challenge his deception with the astringent face-splash of truth? · The direction of my own writing at this time is towards fiction and drama, and so as to better enhance my own efforts I am re-reading the master—the…

Perfect for a weekend brunch or side dish, these creamy mushrooms are absolutely devine when served over your choice of buttered toasted bread. Ready in 30 minutes, for a superb 'feels like you are eating out meal!' · Ingredients: · 60g butter · 400g mixed mushrooms, thinly sliced · 3 cloves garlic, minced · 1 Tbsp thyme leaves · 1 ½ cups cream · 1 packet instant mushroom soup mix · Your favourite bread, toasted · Method: · - In a large…

- A survey of the Dolmen of Menga suggests that the stone tomb’s Neolithic builders had an understanding of science.The Neolithic farmers and herders who built a massive stone chamber in southern Spain nearly 6,000 years ago possessed a good rudimentary grasp of physics, geometry, geology and architectural principles, finds a detailed study of the site. · Using data from a high-resolution laser scan, as well as unpublished photos and diagrams…

The WindFloat Atlantic project – the world's first semi-submersible floating offshore wind farm, located off the coast of Portugal with only three turbines – has exceeded expectations over the last four years of operation, generating a total of 320 GWh of electricity. That's enough to power about 25,000 homes each year. · Fully connected to the grid and commissioned in 2020, the wind farm is made up of three floating platforms with an 8.4-MW…

Researchers at the University of California – San Francisco (UCSF) have identified fibrin, a blood-clotting protein, as a major factor in driving COVID and long COVID symptoms. · The study, published in ~~Nature~~, revealed that fibrin binds to the spike proteins of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, forming clots that trigger inflammation and neurological issues. · Previous studies have suggested that blood clotting results from inflammation, but these…

Chinese manufacturer CFMoto thinks motoryclists should buckle up. The company has recently applied for a patent for a seat belt setup that holds riders in their seat under hard braking, or in a frontal crash. · As per the the patent, the motorcycle itself will act as a kind of crumple zone, to cushion the force of frontal impacts against solid objects, such as when a biker runs into the back of a car – an event that's anecdotally becoming…