By Esme StallardBBC News Climate and Science
Getty ImagesNuclear fusion is what gives the Sun its energyUS scientists have reached a major milestone in their attempts to perfect a process which could potentially deliver almost limitless supplies of energy.
Nuclear fusion does not rely on fossil fuels or produce harmful greenhouse gases, so could also help tackle climate change. What is nuclear fusion?Nuclear fusion is the process which gives the Sun its energy. Read More...
The executive chef of BlackSalt in Washington thinks two things tend to separate better seafood restaurants from the swarm. “Reputation is a big thing,” says Jeff Gaetjen, whose employer in the Palisades has been pulling in fish fans for 16 years and whose ingredients beckon from beds of ice in BlackSalt’s front market.
Gaetjen also looks for variety on the menu. “Anyone can do mahi-mahi tacos,” he says. Solid sources allow a proper seafood establishment to offer not just the usual suspects — local soft-shell crabs, rockfish — but treasures from far away, such as John Dory from New Zealand and West Coast oysters, even during a pandemic. Read More...
To determine whether it’s time to water your poinsettia, stick a finger in the dirt, says Goodspeed. If you detect any moisture or coolness, leave it alone. You will know it’s time to water if the soil is completely dry or if the leaves are starting to wilt, yellow or fall off. Expect to hydrate your plant every seven to 10 days, but don’t simply pour on the water. Poinsettias are often sold in pots wrapped in metallic foil to up their festive vibes, but this extra layer traps water, which can lead to root rot and kill the plant. Read More...