In a groundbreaking move that may shape the future of work culture in Australia, Insignia Financial has announced the implementation of a 4-day workweek for its employees. This initiative marks a significant departure from the traditional 5-day workweek. A structure that has been the bedrock of the corporate world for decades. Insignia Financial’s decision is...
A group of hikers set out on the North Carolina arm of the Hazel Creek Trail in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. None of them were prepared, however for what they found on the trail: Human remains, being scavenged by a bear. This is what we know so far. Bear Eats Man at Great...
If you had the opportunity, would you steal from another human being? What if that human being were replaced with a robot? Over the last decade, retailers across the United States have added thousands of self-checkout machines in an effort to save on labor costs. These new automated systems, however, come with new and sometimes...
A rare shark attack happened in the Florida Keys. A man received a severe bite on his shoulder before his pregnant wife jumped into the water and pulled him to safety. This is their incredible story. Pregnant Wife Saves Man from Shark Attack A shark attack such as this one is almost unheard of in...
It’s a beautiful thing to leave something of yourself everywhere you go – something nice to let another person know that this space used to be full of positive energy. Finding hidden items or messages in new homes or vehicles can be sometimes scary or even sinister, but this little girl had nothing but love...
Citizens in Toronto, Ontario, Canada are fighting to save a 300-year-old Northern Red Oak tree from being cut down by the owner of its host property [1]. Homeowner Ali Simaga agreed to a deal with the Toronto City Council to sell the property to the city for conservation purposes. The tree dates back to some...
Do you remember the 1960s cartoon series the Jetsons? The show followed George Jetson, his wife Jane, and their two kids Judy and Elroy through their futuristic lives where everyone had robot housemaids and drove around in flying cars. While this fictional depiction of a futuristic world still hasn’t quite come to fruition, one aspect...
Every year, approximately 1800 high school seniors enter the Regeneron Science Talent Search competition. It’s the most prestigious pre-college science and mathematics competition in the United States.Of that 1800, three hundred students are selected and given two thousand dollars each in awards. From there, forty finalists are flown to Washington DC to compete for an additional 1.8...
Utah State was set to play volleyball against San Jose State. However, Utah backed out because the opposing team had a trans athlete. Trans Althete Sparks Debate In recent years, trans athletes have been controversial and caused a stir among the public. Many are in support of “equality,” while others believe that a trans athlete...
Having healthy, thriving rainforests are crucial to the survival of our planet. Considered to be the oldest biomes on earth, tropical rainforests contribute significantly to the world’s biodiversity, and are home to fifty percent of the world’s plants and animals, despite only taking up six percent of the earth’s surface area [1]. They also play...
‘Tis the season to be jolly – but not without fair warning! With one of the busiest and most well-loved holidays around the corner, unfortunately, it’s a time when criminals come out of the woodwork. Crowded malls, stressed shoppers, and occupied minds make some people easy targets. Thieves love the holiday season because people can...
What happens when a brain researcher has a stroke? In the case of Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor, it gives them the opportunity to study the brain from the inside out. It also provides them with fascinating insights into life. Not to mention it can lead to a book deal, one of the most-watched Ted Talks...
