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Improve your daily routine: a neuroscientist's advice to strengthening key brain regions
In today's fitness-focused society, the importance of brain training is frequently overlooked. Daniel Amen, M.D., draws on over 30 years of clinical experience as a psychiatrist employing functional brain SPECT imaging to emphasize the need for frequent mental exercise in improving total brain Read More...
UK announces groundbreaking 'Flee Funds' scheme for domestic abuse survivors
The UK Home Office is taking a significant step forward in the fight against domestic abuse by launching a £2 million (just over $2.5 million) program this month. The initiative, which aims to provide financial support to survivors of domestic abuse in England and Wales, is a light of hope for Read More...
Why do so many children detest vegetables? Scientists may have unravelled the mystery
Humans are social creatures, and our behaviors, particularly those linked to eating, are frequently influenced by what we watch in others. Social modeling is an important phenomenon that influences our dietary preferences and consumption patterns. Evaluating facial expressions and food Read More...
Don Scott makes history as Virginia’s first Black house speaker
The Virginia General Assembly unanimously elected Democrat Don Scott as the new House speaker, marking a watershed moment for the state. Del. Scott's inauguration as the first Black speaker in the Virginia House of Delegates' 400-year history was met with shouts and a standing ovation across the Read More...
Turning the tide after losing your temper: an expert guide at cooling down and bouncing back
Ever had one of those moments where your temper got the best of you, and you ended up unleashing your inner Hulk? We've all been there - a moment of explosive anger that leaves us with lingering guilt and regret. Losing our temper is a part of being human, but the aftermath doesn't have to be a Read More...
Poland protects 10 of its most ancient forests by proclaiming ban on logging
In a significant step toward environmental conservation, Poland's newly appointed climate and environment minister, Paulina Hennig-Kloska, declared a half-year halt on logging in ten of the country's most valuable forests. These initiatives highlight the government's commitment to preserve 20 Read More...
10 simple and eco-friendly resolutions for the New Year
As we step into the new year, it's normal to plan major changes. But let's face it-- implementing them can be difficult. These ten green resolutions are so straightforward that you won't have an excuse not to keep them. Taking on these environmentally-centered goals is an easy and rewarding Read More...
Sewage heat: Vancouver's steamy and sustainable energy source
Since 2010, an innovative energy program in Vancouver's False Creek has quietly transformed the city's energy landscape. This novel technology harnesses the latent heat in sewage effluent, converting it into a renewable heat source for nearly 6,000 apartments. Derek Pope, Vancouver's manager of Read More...
Golden Gate Bridge suicide prevention nets finally installed: a lifetime advocacy realized
After two decades of tireless effort, the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco now has stainless-steel netting designed to prevent suicides, a project championed by survivors and families devastated by tragedies. Kevin Hines, who miraculously survived a jump over the bridge at the age of 19, Read More...
California is a crucial lifeline for medical residents seeking abortion training
In recent years, as states grapple with tightening abortion restrictions, medical residents seeking comprehensive training in reproductive medicine have faced significant hurdles. However, California has emerged as a haven, providing a critical lifeline that helps overcome the training Read More...