The Press Junction.
The Press Junction.
02 October 2026
Longest period without nuclear explosion since beginning of atomic age

Longest period without nuclear explosion since beginning of atomic age

January 14 marked a date that, although it passed almost unnoticed, says a lot about the world we live in today. After all, for 8 years, 4 months and 29 days, no nuclear weapon has been detonated on Earth. It's the longest period without a nuclear detonation since the beginning of the atomic age, an absolute record unmatched since 1945.

MIT presents 3D printer that turns food waste into household utensils

MIT presents 3D printer that turns food waste into household utensils

Every year, nearly a billion tons of food ends up in the trash. An amount that weighs heavily on the environment as well as on everyone's wallet.

Groundbreaking study suggests 'stool pills' could help the body fight cancer

Groundbreaking study suggests 'stool pills' could help the body fight cancer

'Stool pills' could actually help fight cancer by stimulating the immune system to destroy diseased cells.

After you've seen what's really inside your water bottle under a microscope, you'll never forget to wash it

After you've seen what's really inside your water bottle under a microscope, you'll never forget to wash it

Do you think your water bottle contains only water? Think again.

Spain wants to ban social media for under-16s: 'We're protecting young people from the digital Wild West'

Spain wants to ban social media for under-16s: 'We're protecting young people from the digital Wild West'

Spain is preparing to introduce a ban on access to social media networks for under-16s, a possible turning point in the European debate with regards to protecting minors online.

WHO calls for higher taxes on alcohol, sugar and tobacco

WHO calls for higher taxes on alcohol, sugar and tobacco

The World Health Organization continues to try and make a point we know all too well, but which many governments continue to ignore: the need for action to discourage the consumption of alcohol, sugary drinks and tobacco.

The smart earring that alerts the police in the event of an assault

The smart earring that alerts the police in the event of an assault

The idea is simple: an earring that can be worn like any other, and which, at the right moment, becomes an important ally thanks to a small hidden control button that can be activated without being detected.

Want to go on Erasmus+? Step-by-step guide that opens Europe's doors for you to study or work

Want to go on Erasmus+? Step-by-step guide that opens Europe's doors for you to study or work

Do you think the Erasmus program is just an exchange abroad? In reality, it's much more, and what you may not realize is that it's the most concrete way to get moving, develop yourself, gain experience and grow, inside and outside of Europe.

What's up with those 'exploding' trees in the U.S.?

What's up with those 'exploding' trees in the U.S.?

At the end of January, videos and photos of trees appearing to explode during intense cold snaps in the USA began to circulate on American social media networks.

Japan without pandas for first time in 50 years: last 2 animals return to China

Japan without pandas for first time in 50 years: last 2 animals return to China

Today, 27 January, the two giant pandas, Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei, officially leave Tokyo's Ueno zoo to return to China. In the days leading up to their departure, thousands of visitors flocked to the park for a final greeting, turning the event into something of the likes of a small collective ritual.