Today, you’ll learn about the magic of the upcoming solar eclipse, a simple way to reduce the amount of microplastics in your drinking water, and the connection between self-control and the perception of power.

Livestream of the total solar eclipse on Discovery’s YouTube channel on April 8 at 2:15pm ET here!

Eclipse 2024

“What this solar eclipse can teach us about our planet and beyond.” by Kasha Patel. 2024.
“Eclipse Soundscapes Project.” 2024.
“Globe Observer: Eclipse.” 2024.
“Nationwide Eclipse Ballooning Project Objectives.” 2024.

Boiling Microplastics

“Concerned About Microplastics in Your Water? Consider Boiling It First.” by Alexander Beadle. 2024.
“Microplastics in freshwaters and drink water: Critical review and assessment of data quality.” by Albert A. Koelmans, et al. 2019.
“The Impact of Microplastics on the Gut Microbiome and Health.” Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. 2023.
“Drinking Boiled Tap Water Reduces Human Intake of Nanoplastics and Microplastics.” by Zimin Yu, et al. 2024.

Self-Control

“Having Self-Control Leads to Power.” by Jenn Riggle. 2024.
“Self-control signals and affords power.” by Wu, S. 2024.

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Eclipse 2024, Boiling Microplastics, Self-Control