Let’s be honest: the first reaction most humans have to a crisis is panic. History shows that no matter what kind of crisis we’re in – natural disaster or global pandemic – our priorities shift heavily to making sure our families and ourselves are taken care of. Many of us disregard other people altogether. One...
Plants are more than just pretty flowers to look at and delicious things to eat, but they serve us in other important ways. Did you know that about 40% of our prescription medications are developed from plant extracts or plant compounds? [1] Plants are well known for having medicinal properties, everything from reliving skin problems...
During the 1930s, the Great Depression hit. It was the worst economic downturn the industrialized world had ever experienced, and as the stock market crashed and banks all over the country failed, millions of Americans lost their jobs [1]. During those difficult times, families everywhere were forced to tighten their belts and cut back on...
Over the last twenty years, the use of illicit drugs has been increasing and has become a serious public health concern. The number of drug overdose deaths in the United States has increased from just under seventeen thousand in 1999 to over seventy thousand in 2017 [1]. The primary driver for this increase is the...
In 2014, then-sixteen-year-old Mathew Carulli of Perth, Australia, lost an eight-year battle with leukemia. The loss of someone so young is undoubtedly tragic, but his legacy will live on in the form of a special bridge that will allow hospitalized children to have easier access to fresh air and nature. The Rainbow Bridge The brightly-lit...
Which one of us hasn’t dreamed of living forever? With recent advances in modern technology, we may soon be taking one step closer to that dream. The reality is that we might never achieve immortality, yet we shall soon be able to extend our lifespan significantly. A recent study involving a new anti-aging drug showed...
In the desolate expanse of Siberia, a colossal crater known as the Batagay megaslump is expanding at an alarming rate. Locals have christened it the “Siberian Gateway to Hell,” and scientists are increasingly concerned about its growth and the implications it holds for the planet’s future. Unveiling the Siberian Gateway to Hell First discovered in...
Concrete, the most commonly used building material in the world, could soon power our homes. Researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have developed a type of cement that functions as a supercapacitor, storing and releasing electrical energy. This innovation promises to revolutionize energy storage and distribution, making homes and other structures not only...
Electric vehicles (EVs) have long been heralded as the future of sustainable transportation, but battery efficiency, particularly in extreme weather, has posed significant challenges. A groundbreaking innovation by Chinese startup Greater Bay Technology aims to revolutionize this landscape with its new Phoenix cell battery, which promises a range of 621 miles and the ability to...
People have vowed never to go caving again after seeing an agonizing video of a guy squeezing through a small cave. Jake Sanders and Calvin Sanders, who are uncle and nephew, run the YouTube program Caveman Hikes. Of course, there are a lot of heart-racing videos of people caving on the web, but the Sanders...
Supporting kidney health is crucial for maintaining overall well-being. Supplements can provide essential nutrients that enhance kidney function and reduce the risk of deficiencies, particularly for people with kidney disease. Below are eight supplements that may support kidney health, along with a discussion of their benefits and risks. 1. Vitamin D Vitamin D is vital...
The internet: a vast library of information, a source of endless entertainment, and a potential rabbit hole of disturbing content. Sometimes, that perfectly innocent search query can lead you down a path you never intended. We’ve all been there. You type in a seemingly harmless word, and suddenly, you’re bombarded with graphic images or unsettling...
