OYLA Magazine

OYLA Magazine is a science and technology publication for readers aged 12 and up. It features engaging articles, interactive content, and stunning visuals designed to inspire curiosity and a love for learning. Ideal for young minds eager to explore and understand the world around them.

OYLA Magazine

To Infinity and Beyond! • A good grasp of the principles of geometric progression is certainly not superfluous: it allows you to both calculate interest on deposits and analyze the rate at which epidemics spread. Moreover, geometric progression lies at the heart of a famous paradox that challenges our understanding of infinity!

ULTRA-SOUND IN MEDICINE • What good is ultrasound if we can't hear it? Oh, the benefits are immense. Entire encyclo- pedias and numerous scientific journals are devoted exclu- sively to its practical applica- tions. This month, we'll explore one of the most well-known roles of this phenomenon: its application in medicine.

WHAT TO DO IF SOMEONE HAS A STROKE • If you see a person lying on the street who is slurring their words or has lost consciousness, do not ignore them— call an ambulance immediately. They might be experiencing a stroke.

CONSEQUENCES OF A STROKE

HEALTHY HABITS SIGNIFICANTLY REDUCE THE RISKS OF STROKE

What's in the Makeup Bag? • For thousands of years, people have used cosmetics to look better, show off their social status, and copy divine looks. But thanks to advances in chemistry, modern makeup and perfumes are very different from what ancient Egyptians or Chinese used. So what exactly are today's beauty products made of, and how did they change so much?

A Bracelet with a Pirate Knot • The reef knot is thousands of years old. Pirates used it to tie their ships' sails, pharaohs tied their belts with it, and doctors in ancient Greece even thought it had healing powers. Today, it's still handy for tightening the laces on your sneakers so that they don't come undone, or for making a bracelet for a friend.

Sweet Things ON THE BRINK OF EXTINCTION • Hummingbirds are record holders among birds! They include the smallest bird species in the world and some of the fastest fliers, and despite their tiny size, these critters have a pretty huge sweet tooth. Each day, they require an amount of sugar equivalent to about half their body weight. Yet these remarkable birds are now threatened by climate change. Why are hummingbirds so vulnerable, and what can we do to help them?

Where Are the Chicks of City Birds? • Cities have long become home to many bird species—from the familiar sparrows and pigeons to slightly more exotic ones like thrushes and even kites. But you may have noticed a curious thing: we only ever seem to see adult birds. So where are all the chicks hiding?

DIVING IN UNDERWATER SITES WORTH EXPLORING • The depths of the ocean have fascinated people throughout history—and for good reason. Hidden beneath the waves are countless secrets: intricate and beautiful corals, bizarre marine creatures, sunken ships, and the ruins of ancient cities. These mysteries are waiting to be explored by diving enthusiasts who use specialized equipment to venture into the underwater world.

NATURE'S Reserves • One of the most effective ways to protect nature is to establish protected natural areas. In this article, we explain why these areas are necessary and how they differ from one another.

ALL EARS

Conscious Consumption: Make Choices that Matter • Buy less, recycle more—it's easy to say, but what does it really mean? Conscious consumption is all about making smart choices that benefit both the planet and you. Should you buy fewer things, only buy the best, or never throw anything away? The truth is, living sustainably looks different for everyone. So let's break down what it takes to become a conscious...