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MON offered to teach "critical thinking" - teachers ask what it is
Bursukov · Society · before 4 meat.

MON offered to teach "critical thinking" - teachers ask what it is

The Ministry of Education announced an ambitious plan for introducing the subject "Critical Thinking" in all schools. The polls among 500 teachers showed that 78% of them are not sure exactly what to teach, and 15% think it is about criticising students.

Hospital introduced electronic queue - waiting time increased double
Bursukov · Society · before 4 meat.

Hospital introduced electronic queue - waiting time increased double

A modern university hospital introduced an electronic tail management system. After the first week, data show that the average waiting time has increased from 2 hours to 4 hours, as patients are already waiting and understanding how the system works.

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Before modern refrigeration, rural communities in Russia and Finland used an unusual technique to keep milk from spoiling: they dropped live brown frogs (Rana temporaria) into their milk containers. Scientists later discovered that the skin of these frogs secretes antimicrobial peptides-natural antibiotics-that kill bacteria and slow spoilage, helping the milk stay safe to drink for longer.Did you know? 🎓

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Before modern refrigeration, rural communities in Russia and Finland used an unusual technique to keep milk from spoiling: they dropped live brown frogs (Rana temporaria) into their milk containers. Scientists later discovered that the skin of these frogs secretes antimicrobial peptides-natural antibiotics-that kill bacteria and slow spoilage, helping the milk stay safe to drink for longer.Did you...

61% of bulgarians face false news every day, only 26% see them as a threat
Bursukov · Society · before 4 meat.

61% of bulgarians face false news every day, only 26% see them as a threat

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According to a survey by the Meara polling agency, held on 16-17 January 2025 among 800 adult Bulgarians, nearly 61% claim that practically every day they fall into news that can be defined as false, false or false. However, only 26% see disinformation as a threat to democracy.

Science Facts · Society · before 4 meat.

Scientists have discovered that ants, after collecting grains and seeds which they need to store for the winter, actually break them into halves before storing in their nests. This is because by breaking the seeds into half, it stops them from germinating despite the most perfect conditions. But here comes the even more interesting part. Scientists were stunned when they discovered that coriander seeds stored in the ant nest were always broken down into 4 pieces instead of 2 pieces. After some lab research, scientists discovered that a coriander seed is the only seed that can germinate even after being divided into two, but can not germinate after it’s divided into four parts.Science and facts💡

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Scientists have discovered that ants, after collecting grains and seeds which they need to store for the winter, actually break them into halves before storing in their nests. This is because by breaking the seeds into half, it stops them from germinating despite the most perfect conditions. But here comes the even more interesting part. Scientists were stunned when they discovered that coriander ...

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For decades, Joe Rinaudo has been restoring photoplayers, the rare mechanical instruments that once brought silent films to life.And here is the demonstration: a unique mechanical organ and percussion instrument all in one.Did you know? 🎓

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For decades, Joe Rinaudo has been restoring photoplayers, the rare mechanical instruments that once brought silent films to life.And here is the demonstration: a unique mechanical organ and percussion instrument all in one.Did you know? 🎓