As the astronauts from the International Space Station have become stars

It all started a year ago, when the Canadian Chris Hadfield started putting on their Twitter accounts and Facebook hundreds of photos taken at his space mission. This action isolated became trend when astronauts Reid Wiseman (USA), Maxim Suraev (Russia) and especially Alexander Gerst (Germany) started their own space adventure â€" which ended this week in Kazakhstan, after 166 days in orbit.

Throughout this time, the astronauts were in constant contact with a global audience of more than half a million followers, between Twitter and Facebook.

"His mission underscores how social networks have become a component of space programs â€" especially for the international space station (ISS), which has long been debate about the need to find American financing," explains the Quartz.

This renewed interest in the ERA could mean an eye-opener for their primary financial backers, and all this is only possible due to the beauty of the Earth, our planet, and the technology.

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1. The three astronauts

2. South Africa

3. França

4.via Lactea

5. Saudi Arabia

6. Berlin (Germany)

7. Nuvens

8. Planeta Terra

9. Cologne (Germany)

10. Planeta Terra

1. Alaska

12.Barragem of Aswan (Egypt)

13. Aral Sea, Central Asia

14. Tagebau mines (Germany)

15.Ilha of Agilkia (Egypt)

16. Frankfurt (Germany)

17. África

18. Cologne (Germany)

19. Etna (Italy)

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American city will create tax on soft drinks

Berkeley, in the u.s. State of California became the first town in the United States and probably the world to impose a tax on sugary soft drinks. The introduction of the measure was the vote and, according to the local press, 75% of the voters were in favor of the tax.

To dissuade the residents of Berkeley to vote in favour, the soft drink industry has launched a massive campaign, which in addition to have cost €1,36 million had not any effect among consumers, referred to TreeHugger.

Excessive consumption and regular soft drinks is associated with a large number of health problems, including diabetes, obesity and lower life expectancy, according to several scientific studies. Public health authorities indicate that taxing these drinks may discourage frequent consumption.

Was ever attempted to introduce a similar proposal in San Francisco, but to no avail. Also Michael Bloomberg, former mayor of New York, tried to limit the super size soft drinks, a proposal that eventually fail.

Foto: Steve Hopson/Creative Commons

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Western black rhinoceros is officially extinct

This Rhino has always been the rarest subspecies of the black rhinoceros and the poaching and the lack of conservation measures pushed it to the brink of extinction. Before disappearing, the animal could be found in the savannas of Central West Africa.

As this subspecies of rhinoceros that disappeared forever, also the white rhinoceros-of-North is on the verge of extinction â€" there are only six copies worldwide and all captive-as the Javan rhinoceros. The indication from the revision of the list of endangered species of the IUCN.

Rhinoceros-Southern white, such as the North, relative was almost on the brink of extinction in the early 19th century, but thanks to conservation measures the animal managed to survive. Currently, there are about 20,000 Rhinoceros-Southern white in freedom. If similar conservation measures had been applied to the Western black rhino and rhino-northern white maybe species have thrived. "These measures need to be strengthened now, especially the management of habitats to improve performance and prevent other rhinos if expire", asserts Simon Stuart, Chairman of the IUCN, cites the Inhabitat.

The revision of the list of threatened species revealed that a quarter of the world's mammals are at risk of extinction, as well as numerous species of plants. But the future for the oceanic fauna is also not encouraging. The IUCN indicates that five of the eight subspecies of tuna â€" a predator that is essential to the health of the marine ecosystem â€" are threatened or near threatened. The list also shows that 26 newly-discovered species of amphibians are disappearing at an alarming rate.

Foto: theseoduke/Creative Commons

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A shelf which turns into coffin

In some cultures it is tradition that the dead be buried with some of their belongings. Inspired by that usual, William Warren created the Shelves for Life, which run during the shelf life and coffin in death.

To build a coffin are required large amounts of wood and a lot of raw material turns out to be wasted on the trim and ornamentation of the casket, referred to Inhabitat. Many people buy their coffin before he died, to save you the trouble to the family at the time of his death. But, ironically, is a subject that the person can never enjoy.

The system of Shelves for Life, however, allows a person to make use of a piece of furniture for a living, while ensuring a final resting place. To have a dual use, this shelf-coffin becomes environmentally friendly since the same raw material is used twice, preventing the slaughter of more trees.

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Danish artist transforms old vacuum cleaners in retro lamps

When appliances stop working and have no concert possible your order most likely is in the trash or in the electron. But a pint to creativity can make these obsolete objects into something useful and decorative. That's what made Kristian Linneberg, a Danish artist who created lamps from recycled parts of vacuum cleaners, especially retro Nilfisk brand.

"It all started when I wanted to create a modern lamp from an old vacuum cleaner. The idea of turning something old into new and view the final product it inspired me to create more. My vision and creativity have increased. Currently, I'm working on six models of lamps, all from parts of Nilfisk vacuums ", explains the artist, cites the Tree Hugger.

The original Nilfisk vacuums are sold in Denmark as well as in other countries, before the first world war and its marketing lasted until the end of the years 1970.

The lamps created by Linneberg become the living testimony of a durable design, adapted to various contexts, extrapolating original obsolescence of vacuum cleaners.

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Azores: Termas do Carapacho distinguished with sustainability Award (with video)

Combine the health welfare is the concept of the Termas do Carapacho, in Graciosa island in the Azores. The use of these thermal baths dates back to at least 1750, when they were used in the prophylaxis of rheumatic diseases, liver and skin of colitis, being the most common form of treatment soaking baths. The thermal waters originate in an aquifer underlying the Furna do Enxofre and emerge to a temperature of around 40 degrees Celsius.

In 2010, the spas have been remodeled, an investment of almost € 3 million regional government and this site which for a long time was associated with medical problems also became a space of relaxation.

"A part of the offer is very linked to the use of thermal water and then we also have the issue of SPA", explains Carlos Basu, from the Windows of nature â€" the company that operates the baths-the green economy.

In these spas, water is the main raw material and there are several possibilities to enjoy this natural resource. For those who want to take advantage of the thermal properties of water, but can't handle the higher temperatures the pool, vichy bath or hydromassage is an option. Then there are also massages, jacuzzi and other treatments that use the thermal properties of the waters.

Currently, work at a spa four employees receiving training and environmental sustainability. "The employees themselves have a formation at the level of the nature and the biosphere to be defenders of these agents," explains Carlos Basu. For this reason and also for other environmental criteria, the company that runs the Termas do Carapacho received the Green Key â€" an award that distinguishes tourist complexes that promote sustainable tourism and environmental education.

The green economy was acquainted the Termas do Carapacho. See the episode 331 here.

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The tallest residential building in the northern hemisphere

Cities are increasingly crowded and the architecture evolves with this drastic demographic transformation. In 432 Park Avenue, Manhattan, New York, is the tallest residential building in the northern hemisphere, which will start to receive the first owners next year.

With 425 feet tall, the building is 96 floors and was designed by Rafael Viñoli. The building has "only" 104 apartments, which each cost between €13,5 million ($ 42.2 million) and € 75 million (£ 237 million).

The building has all the concessions possible and imaginary: wine cellars for storing wine temperature control, terraces, spa, swimming pools and a therapy room and massages.

"We have set up a monument in New York, which can be seen from all five boroughs and is an addition to the iconic landscape of the city," explained Harry Macklowe, the Macklowe Properties.

In the future, this will be one of the major trends of the cities, the construction in time. But, unlike this precious architectural jewel, the buildings will be crowded with families, colacando new social and environmental challenges the communities that, in itself, need some advice in these areas. In New York and other large global metropolises.

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