Coelacanths are some of the strangest fish that swim the world’s oceans. These wonderfully ugly fish have remained almost unchanged for over 400 million years – that’s over 160 million years before the first dinosaurs appeared. However, even these so-called “living fossils” aren’t safe from the problems facing the world’s oceans. Blue Planet Society, a UK-based environmental pressure...

Carbon dioxide (CO2), as many know, is one of the primary gases contributing to the global warming crises [1]. CO2 is a greenhouse gas that absorbs heat and releases it slowly over time. Naturally, the greenhouse effect is necessary because, without it, the temperature of the earth would probably be far below the freezing point....

The refugee crisis is all over the news, but the suffering is not over. The underlying cause of families abandoning their homes to seek shelter in safer territory, the wars, and poverty, have not been resolved. Refugee camps are set up to provide temporary accommodation for those who are forced to leave their homes because...

Every year, millions of people around the world consume fruits and vegetables. While these fresh produce items are packed with essential vitamins and minerals, they can also be laced with harmful pesticides. Pesticides are chemicals that are commonly used to protect crops from pests and diseases, but residues can still remain on them. Thankfully, there...

Air fryers have become a popular kitchen appliance, revolutionizing how many people cook by offering a healthier alternative to traditional frying. However, experts have recently highlighted several potential safety risks associated with their use. Here are seven key points to ensure safe and effective air fryer usage. 1. Avoid Cooking Whole Chickens Cooking a whole...

You may have heard of lecithin or perhaps seen it on an ingredient label. Did you ever stop to wonder, however, what lecithin is, or whether or not it has any value to your health? Turns out this little mixture of fats has a very important function in human cells. This is everything you need...

Fennel, commonly known as Foeniculum vulgare, is a flowering plant that belongs to the carrot family. It is native to the Mediterranean region but is now cultivated in many parts of the world. The ancient Romans supposedly referred to it as “the herb of sight” due to its alleged benefits for eye health. Some new...

Jaboticaba fruit, also known as Brazilian grapes, is a native fruit of Brazil. The fruit is round, dark purple, and has a tough outer layer. It has a unique flavor that is sweet and slightly acidic. The fruit is mostly consumed fresh but can also be used to make jams, jellies, wines, and liquors. This...

Relatively recent studies have unveiled a novel type of smart stem cell, the Induced Multipotent Stem Cell (iMS), marking a significant leap in regenerative medicine. As a result of research led by UNSW Sydney, these cells, derived from readily accessible human fat cells, have demonstrated their transformative and adaptive capacity in animal studies.1 These iMS...

The southern islands of Japan are home to the Okinawans, a community known for their extraordinary longevity. Referred to as the “land of immortals” in the past, Okinawans have lower rates of cancer, heart disease, and dementia compared to Americans, with women on the islands living longer than any other women on the planet.1 The...

62-year-old Germaine Mobley from Texas went to Asia King Buffet with a friend. She had been there many times before and ordered one of her favorite dishes: Fried rice. On her drive home, however, she began to feel unwell. The next day she ended up in the hospital with severe food poisoning. What did they...

Your car key fob is more than just a piece of plastic that unlocks your car. This small, convenient device uses radio frequencies to communicate with your car, offering a range of surprising features beyond the obvious. Let’s explore ten secret uses for your fob that you may not have known before: 1. Car Key...