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Earth news — September 21, 2026

Publications tagged with Earth published on September 21, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

15 publications

  2. WorldAsiaEarthPublic Health

    Latin America Makes Progress in Preventing Dementia

    A summit of experts in Buenos Aires discussed the conclusions of LatAm-FINGERS, the first randomized clinical trial in Latin America evaluating an integrated intervention on lifestyle habits to prevent dementia. The study showed improvements in cognitive abilities in older adults who participated in an intensive program for two years. The meeting focused on modifiable factors influencing dementia risk, such as hypertension, diabetes, obesity, sedentary lifestyle, and social isolation. The LatAm-FINGERS program included two levels of accompaniment, with one group showing a 55% improvement in memory, processing speed, and executive functions. The results suggest that a preventive strategy can be sustained in heterogeneous social and health contexts if it has professional follow-up and accessible proposals.
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  3. CultureMiddle EastEarth

    Sanremo 2023: New Regulations Include Fewer Contestants, Online Voting, and AI Restrictions

    The upcoming Sanremo Music Festival, hosted by Stefano De Martino, will introduce several changes. The number of contestants has been reduced, and the voting system will now include online votes. Additionally, there are new rules regarding the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and autotune. The festival will also have a dedicated 'Eurovision Night' and will feature 24 'Big' artists with restrictions on AI usage.
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  4. WorldEarthHealthcareNuclear

    Mochovce Nuclear Power Plant's Fourth Block Begins Energy Startup

    The Nuclear Regulatory Authority (NNS) of Slovakia has given the green light for the start of the energy startup phase of the fourth block of the Mochovce nuclear power plant. This follows a thorough evaluation of the results of the physical startup and a check of the block's readiness. During the evaluation, minor deficiencies and deviations were identified, which are to be eliminated. The energy startup phase involves gradually increasing the reactor's performance and conducting further tests and measurements at higher power levels. The new unit is expected to provide Slovakia with a stable source of electricity, contributing to the country's energy security.
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  5. SportsEarth

    Stem Cell Therapy Reduces Osteoporosis Fractures by 94%

    A novel therapy using directed stem cells has achieved a 94% reduction in fractures suffered by women with advanced osteoporosis. The treatment, developed by Spanish and American researchers, involves a single intravenous infusion of the patient's own mesenchymal stem cells, which are modified to guide them to bone tissue. A phase 1 clinical trial with ten women showed no serious adverse events and significant improvements in bone formation, pain, and disability. Further multicenter trials are planned.
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  7. WorldEarthHealthcare

    Turkey's Alzheimer's Disease Crisis by 2050

    Alzheimer's disease is projected to become one of Turkey's most significant health issues by 2050, with the number of cases potentially doubling or even tripling due to the aging population. Currently, around 700,000 people live with Alzheimer's or other dementias in Turkey. Experts warn of the importance of early diagnosis and managing modifiable risk factors such as physical inactivity, smoking, alcohol use, and high blood pressure to delay the onset of the disease.
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  10. WorldMiddle EastEarthOceanography

    Wolfsburg Kindergarten Partially Collapses After Loud Bang

    A kindergarten in Wolfsburg, Germany, partially collapsed following a loud bang on Sunday morning. No injuries were reported as the kindergarten was closed at the time. The cause of the collapse is still under investigation, with initial indications pointing towards a technical defect. Emergency services, including sniffer dogs, were deployed to search the area. The building is estimated to have suffered high six-figure damage.
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