Love is a Sound: The Intriguing Mystery of ASMR
The ASMR sensation is akin to an electrostatic-like ripple that travels across the scalp and down the spine. Some have quite literally described it as a ‘brain orgasm.’ Here’s what science says about the growing cultural phenomenon.
MAKING AMERICA GREAT WILL REQUIRE ENDING THE LIES
A lot has been made of Trump’s pathological lying and the damage it is doing to the fabric of our society. Not least is the current rocky transition to a new leader. But a compelling argument could be made that since the founding of our nation we have been pickled in lies and deceit. No […]
Republicans vs Democrats: Who’s Ahead in the Sex Surveys?
With the US presidential elections just a week away, the whole world is watching on as the most powerful country on earth struggles to redefine itself. For many, in fact, it has gotten so that watching the news in the United States is almost as worrisome as watching the news in a developing country. If […]
Australians are red hot over climate change!
Four years ago I stood as an independent candidate for the Australian federal parliament. I didn’t win but I made a real dent in the expectations of the sitting member. My single biggest issue was the urgent need for climate change mitigation. The sitting member was – and still appears to be – a climate […]
Will I or won’t I? Yes or No?
Scientists still haven’t figured out free will, but they’re sure having fun trying… In 1983, American physiologist Benjamin Libet conducted an experiment that became a landmark in the field of cognitive sciences. It got psychologists, neuroscientists, and philosophers either very excited or very concerned. The study itself was simple. Participants were connected to an apparatus that measured […]
10 Home Safety Tips While on Holidays
We’ve all heard – or even experienced – the horror of families returning from a vacation to find their homes have been burgled, flooded by a burst pipe, or even burned down. Incidences like these often result in expenses that run into many thousands of Euros. But there are ways to avoid such personal calamities. […]
Fast fashion? Here’s some good news…
We’re making progress on the textile waste problem! It’s no secret that the past few months have been really tough for the retail sector. Many businesses have found the economic and consumer landscape really challenging, and with the present uncertainty due to the COVID-19 virus, it is hard some days to find the good news […]
Managing Stress and Anxiety Amid the Pandemic
Experts say that too much stress may work against you, making you more vulnerable to infectious diseases. Here’s how to manage stress and anxiety amid the outbreak.
The ‘Chinese Virus’ is Now Part of Trump’s Dirty Tricks Playbook
Trump claims the term ‘Chinese virus’ simply reflects a proper geographic labeling. Many find his explanation difficult to believe.
China now using a Japanese drug to treat the COVID-19 virus
The Chinese government is using an anti-influenza drug developed in Japan in treating people infected with the new coronavirus.