These natural fragrances are putting synthetic perfumes to shame
Synthetic perfumes can be extremely irritating if you have a sensitive skin or are prone to allergic reactions to their chemical ingredients. Luckily, there are companies that offer organic alternatives to the conventional perfume bottle. Their fragrances are free of harsh chemicals, rely entirely Read More...
Airbnb removes 200 settlement listings from the West Bank
The hospitality service decided to stop its operations in Israel’s disputed territory after continuous pressure from anti-settlement groups and human rights advocates. The West bank is host to 200 Airbnb listings, some in settlements which even Israeli authorities question the legality Read More...
Replace this Thanksgiving’s turkey with this mind-boggling non-meat alternative
If you’re looking for a juicy vegan alternative to this year’s Thanksgiving turkey, the watermelon ‘ham’ might just do the trick. According to the owner of the idea, the original preparation consists of brining the fruit in a marinade of herbs, salt, and ash for four days, drying it for Read More...
Study: Generosity may grant you a higher income
Most people’s expectations hold that frugality and selfishness are key components of a financially successful life. However, a new study proves the contrary. Research conducted on more than 60,000 people from the US and Europe observed that those who showed an interest and engaged more in Read More...
Take a look at what the future of innovative design holds for us
The Global Grad Show is an annual exhibition that unveils the most startling and innovative creations of students from the world’s leading design schools. This year’s edition displayed 150 inventions cleverly designed to make our lives easier. Check them out here to get an idea of how the next Read More...
The most powerful tidal turbine is expected to start generating power in 2020
A company that focuses on converting tidal currents into energy has introduced its newest turbine design. The device, which will be deployed in 2020, is expected to be the most powerful tidal generating platform in the world. This is a breakthrough in the industry as ocean energy could potentially Read More...
One of the world’s largest cruise liners wants to run its ships on rotten fish
Hurtigruten, the world’s largest expedition cruise line, wants to turn dead fish into fuel to get its ships running. The cruise company plans to use fish leftovers and other organic waste to generate biogas which will then be liquefied and used in place of fossil fuels. The cruise line operates Read More...
How to rev up your brain to prevent cognitive decline when growing old
We usually believe that approaching the autumns of our lives goes hand in hand with developing cognitive decline and a feeble mind. But recent research shows that there are changes we can make to our health and lifestyle to offset mental incapacity. Simple activities like breaking a sweat or Read More...
MDMA helps people cooperate and rebuild trust, study shows
MDMA, the active ingredient of ecstasy pills, makes people more inclined to cooperate on tasks and quicker to rebuild trust, according to researchers investigating its use in treating psychological disorders. Scans reveal it increases activity in parts of the brain linked to empathy and social Read More...
You can’t talk about right-wing populism without talking about urban planning
The suburbs are changing: They’re more diverse in terms of class, race, age, and politics than they ever have been. But there’s one fundamental thing that still unites them: the way they’re designed, with lots of open space and a near-complete reliance on cars, whether residents like it or Read More...