Contrary to popular belief, new research reveals that some Stone Age people primarily consumed a plant-based diet, rather than a Paleo one. Recent studies have shed light on the dietary habits of the Iberomaurusians, a Paleolithic group from North Africa, suggesting their diet was rich in plant matter and not heavily reliant on meat.1 Debunking...
In a shocking medical case, doctors in Shanghai, China, discovered a fetus growing inside the skull of a one-year-old girl. This rare condition, known as fetus in fetu (FIF), presented severe developmental issues for the child, who experienced significant delays in motor skills and speech development.1 Initial Symptoms and Diagnosis The parents of the one-year-old...
Life and death are surprisingly complex elements, often leaving people wondering if they did it correctly. A hospice nurse has revealed the last thing more than 100 people have said in the moments before their passing. Interestingly, it sheds light on what’s important in life. Notable Nurse Jackie A hospice nurse named Jackie McFadden has...
Everyone is born with their unique striking beauty. 25-year-old Chelsea Werner from Danville, California was born with Down syndrome, the most common chromosomal defect (1 in 700 babies) that delays physiological and intellectual development. Chelsea was introduced to gymnastics at the age of four to help her develop strong muscles because most people with Down...
Most people assume that women mature faster than men. Researchers decided to test this theory using brain scans to determine whether there is truly a difference between men and female brains. Besides maturity, they studied whether the brain can explain other behavioral distinctions between the sexes. A survey was published in 2013 discussing the maturity...
Are vintage ceramic Christmas trees worth a lot of money? If you have unearthed one of those classic decorations, experts say they are quite valuable during this time of year. You remember the ones we’re talking about, right? They skyrocketed in popularity in the late-60s and early-70s. Growing up, you may remember your parents or...
In a time when only about half of marriages survive the test of time, it’s important to be extremely careful about where you get your relationship advice from. Between tabloid magazines that want to sell you phony dating advice to make a few bucks, blockbuster rom-coms that sell you happily-ever-afters to make a few billion bucks,...
Many of us underestimate the power of grandparents. Often times when we finally appreciate grandma, we’re too old to recreate those experiences. If you spent much of your childhood with your grandma, oma, nonna or whatever you call yours – you’re bound to have vivid memories of your relationship and the experiences you had with...
“Remember there’s no such thing as a small act of kindness. Every act creates a ripple with no logical end.” – Scott Adams It was just a normal day at the Indie bookstore where Christine Turel worked. Christine loves her job and the kind of decent people she gets to meet every day, which was why she...
As technology advances and becomes more widespread, so does the group of people who reject it. The living off grid movement where individuals reject civilization and choose to live independently isn’t a new phenomenon. Epicureans, Quakers, hippies, Puritans, and the Amish are all examples of groups who stepped away from society’s status quo to pursue...
Amazon… the one-stop store for everything (almost) the human mind can conceive. If a market can supply the skeletal bone of a human finger for $15.00 and a pickle-flavored lip balm for $12, then they can supply anything. Since the topic of ghosts and paranormal activity has never really been backed by sufficient evidence, passionate...
No matter how long a company has been in business for, and no matter how “iconic” their logo, imagery, or marketing has been, there is always room for positive change. Popular cheese and butter company Land O’ Lakes is proving this with the recent announcement of a logo change leading up to their 100 year...
