Increased Wild Boar Sightings in Berlin Linked to Abundant Food and High Population Levels

Berlin is experiencing a surge in wild boar sightings this year due to abundant rainfall providing ample food and intensive agriculture, leading to a high population level; however, these animals generally pose no danger unless protecting their young.

Study Reveals "Spotlight Effect" in Embarrassment, Highlighting Overestimation of Social Attention

A Cornell University study found that people overestimate how much others notice their embarrassing moments (the "spotlight effect"), while other research suggests that embarrassment can foster social connections and trustworthiness. Strategies for managing embarrassment include shifting focus or reframing memories.

Saxony-Anhalt Allotment Gardening: Fewer Plots, but Growing Diversity

Saxony-Anhalt's garden association reported nearly 80,000 members in February 2025, with a decreasing number of plots (97,100) compared to 2008 (123,000), but a growing interest from younger and foreign citizens, particularly from Lithuania, Poland, and Ukraine, alongside social organizations.

Success and Isolation: How High-Achieving Entrepreneurs Can Combat Loneliness

This article explores the often-overlooked reality of isolation among highly successful entrepreneurs, detailing how professional achievements can lead to weakened relationships and suggesting strategies for cultivating meaningful connections.