It’s tricky to find perfectly ripe bananas. They seem to stay green for a while, but then you blink, and they are suddenly brown. That’s fine for baking, but most people prefer eating perfectly ripe bananas that are “underripe” enough to be firm, but “overripe” enough to be sweet. But if you put aside flavor...
At one time in history, hunting and trapping were a significant part of the fabric of North American culture. Over the last century, however, individuals and groups have become increasingly opposed to the activities, and farming and conventionally-raised animals have replaced wild game as a food source. Since then, wildlife management administrators and policymakers have...
Family relationships are complex, but some statements can be red flags, indicating patterns of dysfunction. These phrases, often normalized within the family, reveal unhealthy dynamics that can lead to long-term emotional damage. Below, we explore ten common statements that signal a dysfunctional family environment. 1. “We Don’t Talk About That in This Family” – a...
Nature is truly a wonderful thing. Our world is filled with a stunningly diverse array of creatures, from tiny mice to gigantic whales. Whales in particular trigger a certain wonder in humans, so much so that whale watching has become a favorite tourist activity around the world. Recently, a humpback whale gave workers on a...
Opinion When confronted with an insult, your first reaction might be to snap back or feel hurt. However, maintaining your composure is a critical first step. By staying calm, you signal that you are in control of your emotions and the situation. “Calmness under pressure is often the most powerful response to aggression,” says psychologist...
Do you have a child or teenager who always seems “on edge”, or who can erupt into a complete rage at any given moment? Or is your kid kind of depressed, apathetic, or has deflated into a constant mood of being dull and uninterested? Your first instinct might be to jump into diagnosis mode and...
Researcher He Jiankui, 35, was sentenced to three years in prison for conducting “illegal medical practices” after he announced that he had genetically edited babies. The court in Shenzhen, China, found the doctor guilty of forging approval documents from ethics review boards in order to manipulate couples, where the man had HIV and his partner...
Church Brothers, LLC has issued a voluntary recall of over 1,271 cases of green onions due to the potential risk of salmonella contamination. This recall, announced on October 18, 2024, by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), affects products distributed in 11 U.S. states as well as Canada. Green onions sold under the brands...
A recent E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald’s Quarter Pounder has resulted in one death and ten hospitalizations, with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) now investigating 49 reported illnesses across ten states. The fast-food giant has swiftly responded by removing the potentially contaminated ingredients from its restaurants in several states as public...
With the current pandemic, it’s hard not to be a little on edge when someone mentions viruses. So we apologize if this adds to the anxiety, but in January researchers discovered an ice cap filled with over 30 previously unknown viruses. An ice cap is a type glacier. This one is located in Central Asia,...
Generally, Lizards cannot be categorized as cute reptiles, but somehow this one passes the cute test all while looking a little scary at the same time. Have you met a reptile that is amazingly cute and haunting at the same time? No? Meet the Armadillo Lizard, the mini-dragon lookalike. Found in the rocky mountains of...
The #metoo movement, which started in 2006, was founded to support survivors of sexual violence. The hashtag went viral in less than six months, and started an important conversation about the prevalence of sexual violence in our society which has since then dominated the national dialogue [1]. With all the attention surrounding the rape culture...
