Science & Technology

‘Huh’ and Other Universal Words That Need No Translation

24 February, 2020

Some words, passing from one language to another, take on completely different expressions. Some of them are almost untranslatable. On the contrary, other words almost need no translation, because they sound strangely similar everywhere. Just like “huh”, “coffee” and “ok”.…

Feeling Tired All The Time? Here Are Some Natural Remedies

23 February, 2020

There are several natural remedies that can give more energy, both physical and mental. Among them are the foods we bring to the table. Nutritious, low in fat and calories, they stimulate the metabolism, improve the mood and recharge the…

3 Smart Inventions That Come From the Great Depression

22 February, 2020

Necessity is the mother of inventions. This is also what happened during the Great Depression. It was one of the worst financial crises in modern history, after the collapse of Wall Street in 1929. At that time there were the…

Turn Old Jeans into Something New with These Ideas

22 February, 2020

Reducing our ecological footprint also involves reducing waste and recycling. For example, if you’re renovating your wardrobe, don’t throw away the clothes you no longer use. Old jeans in particular are perfect for recycling. Jeans are very durable and versatile, so…

How Some Remote Populations Have Incredible Superpowers

21 February, 2020

Some people have abilities that resemble the superpowers of comic book or science fiction movie characters. Instead, they are widespread in remote populations, as a result of adaptation and the secular work of some geniuses. Moreover, by studying these secret…

Savings Tips That Do Not Actually Save You Money

21 February, 2020

One of the most common objections to an environmentally sustainable lifestyle is that it is too expensive. In reality, reducing environmental impact and saving often goes hand in hand. However, people often engage in behavior that they believe they are…

Galileo Galilei, the Italian who ‘Literally’ Revolutionized Science

20 February, 2020

When we raise our eyes to a starry sky, we more or less all know what we are looking at. There are stars, planets and celestial rotations. The universe is still very mysterious, but at least we know what we…

The Most Sustainable Materials for Ecological Flooring at Home

20 February, 2020

There are many elements that make a home ecological. Yet one of the main sources of domestic pollution is building materials. In fact, using natural materials for floors allows you to have a healthier air in your home first and foremost.…

Buying on eBay: a practical guide

Buying on ebay can produce incredible results, from finding rare collectible items to getting the very best deals: here’s a buyer’s guide.

Four Border Wars Around the World That Nobody Talks About

19 February, 2020

We call them border wars. They are the conflicts between nations, large and small, that take place close to an unshared border. Fortunately, not all border wars result in armed conflict, as they did at the time of the Falkland…

Watch What You Eat: 5 Ingredients Harmful to Your Health

18 February, 2020

We should always consume fresh, home-cooked food. However, we often prefer packaged products for convenience or for a short time. Industrial food labels, however, often have a long list of ingredients, most of which are incomprehensible to non-experts. What we know, however,…

10 species that have gone extinct in the last 20 years

As the human population increases and climate change and global warming become more prevalent, here’s 10 species to have recently gone extinct.

Origin of Religion: Were They Born Before or After Complex Societies?

18 February, 2020

For a long time people thought that gods watching over human actions were necessary for developing societies on a large scale. In a small community where everyone knows each other, it is impossible not to notice uncooperative behavior. But when…

Stay Away From Hair Dyes that Contain These 3 Ingredients

17 February, 2020

Hair dyes are one of the most used products by women. However, after the many alerts about health risks raised by experts, many wonder if it is best to change their habits. Unfortunately, it is not enough to look for…

The Consequences of Gender Selection in the World

16 February, 2020

Although we are in the 21st century, gender selection is still a major problem. Gender-selective abortions performed in recent decades have caused an unexpected distortion in the ratio of males to females. Statistically, every 100 newborn babies are born 103-107…

Green Technology: 5 Hi-Tech Gadgets That Respect the Environment

16 February, 2020

Considering the amount of electronic waste we produce, we need to implement green technology. The hi-tech field needs to renew itself and find greener solutions. Someone actually has already tried to combine technology and respect for the environment. As a…

7 Units of Measures That You’ve Probably Never Heard Of

15 February, 2020

When in Rome, take your units of measures. It is already difficult to convert from feet to meters or from pounds to kilograms, which is essential to move in European countries. Things get even more hard if we think that…

Best Household Plants to Grow to Purify the Air at Home

15 February, 2020

Most people would never say that, yet the substances most dangerous to health are inside our homes. How can we avoid contact with indoor sources of pollution? As well as being careful when buying furniture, preferring eco-friendly detergents and natural…

Valentine Day Origin: Why Do We Celebrate It Today?

14 February, 2020

The pagan origins of Valentine’s Day, the feast of lovers, were wild and uninhibited. The highlight of the feast was when the matrons let themselves be whipped by a group of naked young men. Then came a pope who christianized…

On Valentine’s Day, Do Not Forget to Respect the Environment

14 February, 2020

Valentine’s Day is coming up. As an opportunity to express more attention to your partner, it is lately becoming a tool of mass consumerism, to enrich large companies. In fact, we should show love to our partner every day throughout…

Global Warming: is it really getting too hot?

Global warming has become the most pressing concern for humanity in the present day. How hot is it getting and how will this affect us?

Conspiracy Theories Were Born Sooner Than You Thought

13 February, 2020

A The history of conspiracy is ancient. The moment when the “conspiracy theories” became an explicit and conscious political method to justify political actions was the French Revolution (1789) and the following years. It was the so-called period of Terror.…

Simple DIY Projects to Perfume Your Home in a Natural Way

12 February, 2020

Having a scented home can help you create a unique atmosphere. However, you don’t have to resort to industrial environment perfumers, which often contain chemicals that are both polluting and harmful to health. Fortunately, it is possible to perfume your…

Is my smart speaker spying on me?

People have grown increasingly comfortable with technology all around them. Smart speakers are now commonplace in millions of homes – are they spying on us?

How This Peruvian People Avoided the War by Drinking Beer