In today’s news, China helps to ease Zambia’s hunger crisis, Indonesia’s capital city finds microplastics in rainwater, US scientists develop fast dental crown production method using 3D-printing, European researchers discover new plant compounds for use in sustainable cosmetics, courageous big brother from Florida, USA, saves sister from drowning, restaurateur creates vegan versions of traditional French cuisine, and canine anti-poaching officers from the UK protect Africa’s endangered wildlife.
Here is a gardening tip for you. Volcanic rock dust, also known as lava meal or basalt rock dust, is a natural soil conditioner that enriches your garden with essential minerals like calcium, magnesium, iron, and silica. It enhances soil structure, improves drainage and water retention, supports beneficial microbes, and strengthens plants, making it ideal for general gardening and boosting compost. To use, sprinkle it around flowers, shrubs, and vegetables, or mix it into compost, then water it in. You can find volcanic rock dust at local nurseries, garden centers, or online retailers that sell organic gardening supplies.
Craving a good chuckle? Here’s today’s comedy snack, titled “Homonym Hiccup.”
Mariana’s third-grade class was deep in a homonym challenge.
“Okay, class. What’s a word that sounds like ‘I’?”With no guesses, Mariana pointed to her eye.
“Oh! I know, Ma’am! Crow’s-feet!”
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