Potatoes are a kitchen staple. They store better than most other produce and they are extremely versatile. They are delicious when fried, roasted, baked, boiled, mashed, put in a stew, or paired with all sorts of other foods. However, they can also be filthy in their raw form. Unlike other produce, potatoes are almost always...
Scientists have studied dogs to uncover the smartest breed, but the answer isn’t so simple. Dogs come with different types of intelligence, much like humans. Some are empathetic, some are intimidating, some are gentle, some are super-sniffers, and some are fast learners. But when people discuss dog intelligence, they usually refer to the quality of...
You can buy just about anything from Amazon. From clothes to groceries to supplements to furniture to personalized cardboard cutouts. It also allows access to hard-to-find items. Instead of running around town trying to locate specific costumes, you can find them online. If your local stores seem to always be out of your favorite skincare...
Dry skin can occur for a number of reasons. Many people struggle with chapped lips and hands in the winter. Hot showers could also dry out the skin, especially if they are long and frequent. And some people naturally have dry skin due to genetics or aging. However, dry skin can lead to cracks that...
Most people don’t wash fruit or vegetables with peels. After all, peels are nature’s packaging that protects the food inside. However, some people online are encouraging others to begin washing their bananas after buying them. Unlike apples and tomatoes, the problem isn’t the possible presence of dirt and bacteria. Rather, fruit flies may be using...
Bananas are tempermental fruits. They break easily, bruise easily, and rot easily. They seem to spend a lot of time being green before turning brown. The yellow stage is often a “don’t blink or you’ll miss it” situation. However, it’s possible to prevent bananas from becoming overripe too quickly. It all depends on where you...
On June 5, 2024, two astronauts went on a mission to the International Space Station (ISS). But what should’ve been a mission for eight days has turned into over 160. Technical issues with the Boeing Starline spacecraft made it deemed too unsafe for further human use. So it was sent back to Earth with no...
You may have seen dogs as part of airport security personnel. But while they sniff out drug smuggling, African giant pouched rats are trained to sniff out illegal wildlife trafficking. In this new study, researchers are using rats’ keen sense of smell to detect scents associated with the illegal trade, such as ivory from elephants...
A surprising video has brought a new awareness about menopause and what it feels like. Tracey Monique posted a video of herself sitting at a sports game at night while experiencing a menopausal hot flash. The dark background and overhead light illuminate a cloud of steam rising from her head. Despite the clear discomfort, Monique...
Some people come home from a beach vacation and notice their skin looks clear and glowy. It’s not their imagination. Unlike table salt, sea salt comes with many nutrients such as magnesium, calcium, potassium, and more. Saltwater minerals can provide certain benefits when it comes to skincare, but there are some potential downsides to keep...
The healthiest vegetable in the world is not in most people’s fridges. It’s not broccoli or Brussels sprouts or even kale. According to a study from the American Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the #1 healthiest vegetable is watercress, a cruciferous leafyy green packed with nutrients that benefit the body in a multitude...
It can be awkward to talk about intelligence because it spotlights the fact some people aren’t very smart. And we all hope we aren’t one of them. And if geniuses are off being rich and successful, where does that leave the average- or simple-minded? Perhaps these anxieties are why there are many myths about intelligence...
