Researchers fom South Korea’s Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology have developed an extremely efficient energy harvesting device. This innovative new device turns body movements into electrical energy! Quite remarkably, the newly developed device has an energy conversion efficiency 280 times more effective than traditional piezoelectric energy harvesters. Body Movement and The Piezoelectric Effect...

When smartphones hit the market they provided revolutionary technology that allowed people to do astonishing things. From paying bills to connecting with our loved ones anytime, the possibilities are seemingly endless. However, there’s been some debate regarding phone screen safety. Here is a range of tips to ensure safety for usage, storing, and charging the...

A groundbreaking archaeological discovery beneath the Baltic Sea has the potential to challenge our understanding of Europe’s prehistoric past. The Blinkerwall, a 3,000-foot-long stone structure submerged off the coast of Germany, offers intriguing clues about Mesolithic life and could force historians to rethink the sophistication of early civilizations. A Hidden Relic of the Mesolithic Age...

It wasn’t too long ago that in the world of infectious diseases, it seemed like COVID-19 was all anyone was talking about. It was, after all, the most prevalent and deadly infectious disease globally at the time. According to a recent report from the World Health Organization (WHO), however, tuberculosis (TB) has retaken its position...

Ticks are small arachnids that feed on the blood of mammals, birds, and sometimes reptiles and amphibians. While they may seem harmless, ticks can carry diseases that can be transmitted to humans through their bites. Proper removal and disposal of ticks are essential to reduce the risk of contracting tick-borne illnesses. The Problem with Ticks...

19-year-old Beandri Booysen from South Africa, who battled the extremely rare Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome, has sadly passed away recently. This syndrome caused her body to age at an alarming rate, with her estimated bodily age being closer to 152. Beandri defied the expectations of doctors who had predicted her lifespan to be only until the...

Kate Mulcahy, a 37-year-old mother of four from Greater Manchester, tragically lost her life in a house fire on Sunday, November 10. The blaze engulfed her home in Middleton in the early hours of the morning. Though her four children managed to escape the inferno, Mulcahy could not be saved. Her family, friends, and community...

In a tragic and unusual hunting accident, a Virginia hunter lost his life after a bear he shot fell from a tree and landed on him. Lester C. Harvey Jr., a 58-year-old father of five from Phenix, Virginia, was on a bear-hunting trip with friends when the incident occurred. Despite initial survival and medical care,...

You’ve heard the phrases “trust your gut” and “follow your instincts.” Well, there’s a very good reason those phrases exist. They are 100% true! You should always listen to your instincts, especially when you get those feelings you just can’t describe. Something pushes you, urges you to either do something or not to do something....

Few products have achieved the legendary status of SPAM in the realm of canned meats. This square-shaped amalgamation of pork, water, salt, potato starch, sugar, and sodium nitrate has been the subject of fascination, ridicule, and even adoration for 77 years.1 What makes SPAM truly intriguing is its mysterious name, a subject of debate and...

Everyone working in the hospitality industry knows how grueling it can be. Careless customers who are somehow “always right,” have bad attitudes or absolutely no manners, and the list goes on. But after hearing this story, it got us thinking… How joyful could every industry be if they had more employees like Matthew Resendez? It...

Netflix has once again ignited heated discussions with the debut of its latest series, Supersex. The show explores the life of Rocco Siffredi, a legendary figure in the adult entertainment industry, often referred to as the ‘godfather of rough sex.’ Bold, unapologetic, and deeply provocative, the series has drawn significant attention—not only for its explicit...