The current political discourse on the internet is usually divisive, filled with insults and vehement disagreements. However, recent American political discourse on social media channels has found an issue to collectively and amicably discuss. A redditor posted a question asking “Would limiting the age of the President to 65 be something you’d support? Why or...
“Ozempic sex” is a new side-effect that users have reported experiencing, resulting from taking GLP-1 medications. It describes the unexpected changes people experience in their libido while taking GLP-1 medications like Ozempic. Users report drastically different effects on their sexual desire. Some lose all interest in intimacy, while others experience renewed passion after years of...
Humanity has long been fascinated and fearful of the development of artificial intelligence. Science fiction for many years has imagined spectacular dystopian realities where AI takes over the world and enslave humanity. Another fear that is rapidly becoming a reality is AI taking jobs from humans. With the rise of language learning models (LLMs) such...
Coffee is an extremely popular beverage across the globe with many developing particular preferences. While coffee is rich in polyphenols and antioxidants which may offer neuroprotective effects, instant coffee drinkers may need to reconsider their preferences. A study published in Food Science & Nutrition reveals that drinking instant coffee significantly increases the risk of age-related...
Psilocybin is well-known as the psychoactive compound in psychedelic mushrooms. It is known for its effects on the brain, beyond just its hallucinogenic effects. In clinical trials, psilocybin has shown potential in treating mental conditions such as depression, anxiety, addiction and post-traumatic stress. When conditions do not adequately respond to standard treatments, alternative treatments like...
A recent report released by the UK Health Security Agency has seen a concerning rise in typhoid cases in parts of the United Kingdom. Typhoid fever threatens global health as antibiotic-resistant strains spread rapidly worldwide. The disease is caused by Salmonella Typhi bacteria, now kills over 150,000 people yearly across the globe. Provisional data captured...
Social media’s spheres have been abuzz with new research that reveals a decline in testosterone in men. The worry of men becoming more effeminate has been around in written media for decades. Some people target face creams, juice boxes or electronics as culprits of “feminizing” men. Even prominent figures like Health and Human Services Secretary...
Vaccines have been the hallmark of medical innovation, preventing our extinction from viral pandemics. Yet, ever since the COVID-19 pandemic, vaccine hesitancy is rising. Social media platforms spread vaccine misinformation, dividing public opinion on vaccines. While researchers have debunked false claims linking vaccines to autism, critics have revived another age-old debate. In a controversial move...
The Delft University backed start-up Respyre has developed technology that might revolutionize urban landscapes through integrating biodiversity into concrete. As cities worldwide battle with rising temperatures and air pollution, this technology aims to resolve this challenge. Concrete worsens these problems by absorbing heat and reflecting it back as thermal energy. Researchers at TU Delft have...
For decades, eggs faced harsh criticism from health experts and nutritionists driving down its popularity amongst the public. Many people outright avoided eggs completely out of fears about cholesterol and heart disease. Previous medical research stated that people should consume no more than 1 or 2 eggs per week. This precaution was implemented over eggs...
A staggering 31% of the U.S. population retain their old computers, unused electronic devices like laptops and printers, according to a recent CNET survey. This is mostly because they do not know how to dispose of these electronics correctly. The survey discovered that 19% of the U.S. population dispose of old devices in the garbage....
Electric vehicles (EVs) have been around for a while but over the past decade have become incredibly popular. Its surge in popularity could be thanks to Tesla’s transformation of EVs from niche products into mainstream cars. While they may be beneficial to the environment, EVs do not come without their problems. Unfortunately, not all EVs...
