Mindset

Imagine, if you will, that you’re on the verge of leaving on the vacation you’ve always dreamed of, and your mode of transportation is an airplane. Envision yourself joyfully stepping onto the aircraft, warmly welcomed by a friendly and accommodating cabin crew. Now, consider this. Where exactly are the flight attendant’s arms? We understand that...

Chantel Brink

Chantel Brink

Family & Lifestyle Journalist

Numerous books have delved into the subject. Various films have depicted the boundless potential. And religions have been established to offer definitive explanations. Yet the inquiry still lingers: does life continue after death? According to a scientist, the answer is an unequivocal “No.” So why do we keep referring t the ‘afterlife’? Sean Carroll, a...

Chantel Brink

Chantel Brink

Family & Lifestyle Journalist

Weather patterns seem to be changing everywhere, and with that comes some unexpected climate conditions—for example, significantly hotter summers in the Pacific Northwest or flooding in the Southwest. In 2015, Texas saw some extreme flooding, but resident Randy Wagner had already fully prepared, setting up Aquadams around the perimeter of his home. A Texas Resident...

Leah Berenson

Leah Berenson

Science & Technology Journalist

Small talk is difficult for many people, but it’s, unfortunately, the cornerstone of social interaction. Fortunately, Harvard researchers investigated the best way to chitchat while appearing more confident and making a good impression. After analyzing over 300 online conversations, they found that those who asked meaningful follow-up questions seem more likable. In other words, stop...

Sarah Biren

Sarah Biren

Food Journalist