Bacon and eggs are a classic American breakfast. For Californians, however, this staple might become harder to get in the coming months. This is because beginning in 2022, the state will be enforcing a bill that requires more space for breeding pigs. Though good for the animals, the pork producers – and therefore consumers –...
When playing sports, what do you typically like to wear? Chances are, something comfortable that allows for movement and that, frankly, you can forget about and focus on the game. This is exactly what the Norwegian Women’s Beach Handball team wants. Unfortunately, they, as well as every other women’s volleyball team, are being forced to...
Just a casual day at the office has a whole different meaning when your job is to protect the gorillas in Virunga National Park. A worker snapped a gorilla selfie with two of the animals he takes care of daily that quickly went viral. It’s clear in the photo that the animals want to be...
Meteor showers are incredible sights to see. Unfortunately, some of the brightest and best take place in the wintertime, which means sitting outside to enjoy them is a bit on the chilly side. The good news is, however, that one of 2021’s most spectacular meteor showers takes place in the warm, lazy days of summer....
Think about how much you love long weekends. Four days of working, three days of rest. For many of us, we are happier and more relaxed these weeks. Now, imagine if you can have a 4 day work week every single week. Well if you live in Iceland, they tried this to see if it...
Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in July 2021 and was updated in October 2023 People seem to have a love-hate relationship with beets. Whether you love or hate them, there is no question this vegetable packs a bevy of nutritious health benefits. Beets are versatile in their flavor profile, dependent upon how they...
The Euro Cup 2020 is currently underway, and of course, everyone’s eyes are on the world’s star player: Cristiano Ronaldo. Known for being passionate about health, the player made headlines after removing two bottles of Coke that were set beside him during a recent press conference. The impact of this move has been much greater...
Imagine this: You or a loved one suffers from a severe health crisis and has to be rushed to the hospital. Then, months or years later, and during a pandemic-fuelled economic crisis, the hospital then sues you for thousands of dollars. According to a report by CNN, this is exactly what hospital chains in America...
If your favorite brunch item is avocado on toast and you always pay extra for guac, then I have the study for you. Researchers from five American universities want to pay people to eat avocados every single day for six months. They first announced the study in 2018; however, it hasn’t yet actually taken place....
Motherhood is a powerful bond. As this female gorilla proved at the Boston Zoo this month, it also crosses the boundaries between species. In this heartwarming video, a mom and gorilla hold babies together while the mother gorilla looks on lovingly at the human baby. (1) Mom And Gorilla Hold Babies Together Emily Austin took...
Our planet has experienced many solar storms throughout its history. These storms have an even greater impact on our world now, with the power to shut down entire cities, regions, and potentially even more. We experienced a minor solar storm this past weekend, but scientists warn that future events could be much more devastating. (1)...
The Food And Drug Administration (FDA) announced last week they are beginning the process of putting a ban on menthol cigarettes. The goal is to improve the health of all Americans who choose to smoke menthol-based products, particularly youth and black Americans. (1) FDA To Ban Menthol Cigarettes The FDA announced a plan to ban...
