Parabens are a type of chemical used to extend the shelf-life of products. They appear in many brands of cosmetics, hair care items, lotions, and more, to protect consumers from the growth of harmful bacteria. Despite being considered overall safe, many scientists are investigating paraben’s potential effects on human health. A recent show has discovered...

There is no denying that dogs are truly marvelous animals. They are loyal, brave, loving, and quite smart. But can we also make a statement that since humans have a penchant for exaggeration, maybe some of the claims regarding dogs might not be true? Surely, there must be a few stories floating around that aren’t...

There are many misconceptions we grow out of as we get older. As children, we might have believed in Santa Claus, the Easter Bunny, or the Tooth Fairy. These myths, though, are harmless parts of childhood that we eventually learn to laugh off. But what happens when certain myths persist into adulthood? A recent survey...

In a surprising turn of events, Alphabet, the owner of Google, has dropped its pledge not to use AI for the development of surveillance tools and weapons. Google says that it has updated its ethical guidelines concerning the use of AI as it has the potential to protect national security. The previous policy listed categories...

OpinionWith his vast wealth and influence spanning industries from electric vehicles to rockets to artificial intelligence, Elon Musk has emerged as a central figure in shaping humanity’s future. Amid this rapid technological change, should visionaries like Musk be our best hope – or our greatest concern? Musk’s Expanding Reach Musk’s impact reaches far beyond his...

This site contains product affiliate links. We may receive a commission if you make a purchase after clicking on one of these links Vertigo is dizziness characterized by spinning or feeling unbalanced, as though one or one’s surroundings are in motion. Different from this disorienting experience, factors that can be tried are often associated with episodes...

Many people would love to make their money as soon as possible and retire. Others enjoy working and end up retiring at an old age. Some, however, are forced into retirement early due to some unexpected illness. This was the case with 49-year-old Irishman, Peter Alexander, when he was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia. This diagnosis...

If you have high cholesterol levels, your risk of developing heart disease and stroke significantly increases. Therefore, if you want to support your heart health, you should seriously consider making some lifestyle changes. We have put together a list of six morning habits that will effectively lower your cholesterol. What better way to start your...

President Donald Trump has proposed eliminating federal income taxes in favor of a tariff-based economic system, citing the period from 1870 to 1913 as a model for increasing American wealth. He suggests creating a new agency, the External Revenue Service (ERS), to manage tariffs and foreign revenue, aiming to reduce the tax burden on U.S....

We can learn a lot from studying the rings inside trees. The science of tree-ring analysis is called dendrochronology, and examining these markings can provide information about the tree’s age, whether it had been through any fires, or if it had endured any insect outbreaks. A tree’s rings can also give significant insight into what...

As you navigate the highways and byways of your daily commute, you may have encountered an intriguing sight: black cables stretched across the road, almost like stealthy sentinels of the pavement. But what exactly are these enigmatic tubes, and what role do they play in our transportation infrastructure? The answer lies in the realm of...

Homelessness is an issue that nearly every city, big and small, faces around the world. While governments, NGOs, and other organizations are taking steps to combat it, unfortunately, it still remains unsolved. This Canadian millionaire decided to take matters into his own hands and use his millions to help homelessness in his hometown. This is...