Charles Darwin, the father of the theory of evolution, had already seen it: on distant islands, you will find flowering plants with woody stems, which the related species on the mainland do not have. This is the result of competition between individual plants on the islands, Darwin thought. In the battle for sunlight, it would be an advantage to go …

At Scootbezorgd, packages are delivered by people with scooters who, for example, have difficulty walking. The meeting between the deliverer and the customer is central, unlike other delivery services. After a successful pilot, the company really hopes to start as soon as possible. The deliverers are ready, all that remains is to wait for the packages. “We have seen in …

The municipality of Hof van Twente has extended the stay of the group of asylum seekers by two months in the former sports hall De Reiger. The shelter actually functioned until the end of this year, but this is proving insufficient. In order to provide clarity to local residents, it has already been decided to extend the deadline. In practice, …

During a first romantic encounter, a small gesture or a facial expression can be essential. Will a smile be returned? Do the gazes meet or do they avoid each other? Future lovers try to read if there is a click. Forget it, discovered a group of psychologists from Leiden University. These types of signals say nothing at all that things …

The new meeting room for Ukrainians in Trefpunt was officially opened today by Mayor Veldhuijzen. In ‘t Trefpunt, Ukrainians can get together, ask social questions and participate in activities that contribute to integration in Barendrecht. In addition, residents of Barendrecht can contact the information point in ‘t Trefpunt. Residents can ask questions about Ukrainians and their hospitality. Mayor Veldhuijzen gave …

Photo: Submitted As any warehouse manager knows, maximizing floor space is a constant challenge. You want to be able to store as many products as possible while keeping everything easily accessible, but there are also many other factors that play a role. How much space does each item need? What kind of equipment do you need to move things? How …

Collaborate with entrepreneurs and regional partners The Wolden to a healthy and sustainable business climate. That is why entrepreneurs, stakeholders and citizens are participating in the development of the new Economic Action Plan. This resulted in five strategic pillars: services for entrepreneurs, space for entrepreneurship, strong and innovative enterprise, sustainable entrepreneurship and a strong network. Alderman Gerrie Hempen: “The Economic …

• Today • 2 minute reading time • Ringed seal next to breathing hole on sea ice of St. Jonsfjorden, Spitsbergen © Photo Aeria (Eelke Folmer)/NIOZ/WUR The polar regions are among the most inaccessible places on our planet. Finding out where seal species reside is therefore a challenge. Researchers captured drone footage of seals near Spitsbergen. They compared them with …

Photo: Municipality of Oosterhout After more than a year of preparation, developer Groendus has submitted the permit application for the solar park on Akkerweg in Dorst. Sustainable goal In Oosterhout we also notice the consequences of climate change and we want to reduce CO2 emissions. We want to take our responsibilities and act with the inhabitants, entrepreneurs and Oosterhout Nieuwe …

The Swiss-American astrophysicist has led NASA’s science mission directorate since 2016, directing the agency’s nearly 100 missions. He announced his planned departure in a memo sent Tuesday to NASA employees. “It’s a tough decision for me, but I think it’s time for a fresh start – for management and for me,” Zurbuchen wrote. His planned departure comes at a time …