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Summer vacations for over 65: after decades, Genoa relaunches initiative to combat loneliness

After more than thirty years of absence, the city of Genoa is reviving one of the initiatives most eagerly awaited by seniors: summer getaways, by the sea or in the mountains, for those over 65.

  • Jun 10, 2026 09:13

Velotaff: a trend with room to grow

Velotaff, the practice of cycling to work, is becoming increasingly popular, but remains under-exploited. A recent OpinionWay survey of 834 French employees carried out for Lime sheds light on this paradox: 89% recognize its benefits, but only 29% adopt it on a daily basis.

  • Jun 09, 2026 09:00

France declares war on cadmium: bill to limit carcinogen on our plates

France's National Assembly has approved a bill aimed at rapidly reducing the maximum cadmium content in phosphate fertilizers.

  • Jun 09, 2026 08:37

"Burnout", the board game that turns office stress into strategy

"Burnout" is the board game that simulates office life between stress, deadlines and strategic choices to avoid a person's burnout, while maintaining a high level of productivity.

  • Jun 07, 2026 09:30

Electric bikes and health: the assistance mode makes all the difference

The rise of the electric-assist bicycle (EAB) has long been presented as good news for public health. But a recent Dutch study nuances this picture: depending on the mode chosen, the EAB can either bring you closer to WHO recommendations, or reduce your effort to the bare minimum.

  • Jun 05, 2026 09:50