Coronary heart disease stands as one of the world’s leading causes of death, accounting for a staggering 13% of all global fatalities according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The WHO has reported a concerning increase in cases since 2000, rising from an estimated 2.7 million deaths to nearly 9.7 million globally. This trend highlights...
The moment of death has long fascinated humanity, sparking countless cultural beliefs, religious traditions, and scientific inquiries. Recent research has uncovered something truly remarkable about the dying brain. Your brain might remain active and aware for several minutes after your heart stops beating, challenging our conventional understanding of when life truly ends. Scientists have now developed...
In October 2024, a team of international researchers led by Jochem Kahl, professor of Egyptology at Freie Universität Berlin, made a significant discovery. The researchers found a burial chamber belonging to the daughter of Djefaihapi I in the necropolis of Asyut, Egypt. Eventually unearthed following two decades of fieldwork, the burial chamber was discovered in...
Scientists recently made a breakthrough discovery, announcing that adults may one day be able to grow replacement teeth. This would offer patience a natural alternative to the fillings that are currently used in dental practice. After losing our baby teeth, humans only get one set of teeth for their entire adult lives. However, certain animals,...
Have you ever walked into your kitchen, seen a mountain of dirty dishes, and instantly felt stressed? According to psychology, letting dishes pile up could mean more than laziness or poor time management. It often hints at deeper emotional or mental struggles. Studies suggest clutter, including dirty dishes, reflects what’s happening inside our minds. From...
Deep in China’s Guangxi region lies a breathtaking mystery: an ancient forest thriving inside a massive karst sinkhole. Discovered in 2022, China’s sinkhole forest stunned explorers who descended 192 meters to find magnificent trees reaching skyward from the depths. This hidden world exists in perfect isolation, a time capsule untouched by human hands. Scientists now...
With tariffs on the rise, grocery bills could soon feel the pinch—especially for everyday items we usually take for granted. Tariffs can impact the cost of imported ingredients, packaging materials, and even transportation, making food prices jump before we even see it coming. It’s not just specialty items either—basic groceries like rice, pasta, and cooking...
Dementia refers to a group of neurodegenerative diseases which affects millions globally. In 2019, an estimated 57.4 million people had dementia globally. With the number of people living with dementia expected to surge to 152.8 million by 2050, the need to identify further preventive measures to lessen the risks of dementia has never been greater. ...
If you’re trying to manage your appetite or shed a few pounds, satiating foods can be a total game-changer. These are the kinds of meals and snacks that leave you feeling full and satisfied—not deprived and cranky. Instead of cutting calories until you’re miserable, the key is choosing foods that offer volume, fiber, protein, and...
Opinion Written By: Clair Houldsworth , Guest Contributor The world is changing rapidly right now. Long standing alliances between countries have gone array, countries who traditionally don’t spend much on military are reconsidering their priorities, and news of tariffs and changing immigration policies are dominating the headlines. This is all centered around the rapid changes...
Imagine listening to your favorite music or an important podcast in a busy café, without headphones and without disturbing anyone around you. Or having a private conversation in a public park, where only you and your listener can hear the words, while others remain uninterrupted and unaware of your conversation. Penn State University’s new innovative...
Scientists digging deep into Earth’s ancient crust have made an astonishing discovery. While examining rock samples from miles beneath the surface, they found intricate tunnels unlike anything seen before. These strange passageways were not random cracks or natural fractures. Instead, they showed clear signs of being carved by an unknown lifeform. Because of this, researchers...