“A Year from Now You May Wish You Had Started Today” This quote, attributed to author Karen Lamb, might inspire you to get going on that project you’ve been putting off for “someday.” “A year from now you may wish you had started today” simply says: The time is now. It’s easy to delay working […]
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Borgs Are Taking Over College Parties
Borgs are taking over college parties, and TikTok. What exactly are they? The borg — “blackout rage gallon” — has become the drink of choice on college campuses across the country. Made with half water, half vodka, a caffeinated flavor enhancer and a dash of powdered electrolytes, the drink has been hailed by many […]
Continue ReadingUS Will Require COVID-19 Testing for Travelers From China
The U.S. announced new COVID-19 testing requirements Wednesday for all travelers from China, joining other nations imposing restrictions because of a surge of infections. The increase in cases across China follows the rollback of the nation’s strict anti-virus controls. China’s “zero COVID” policies had kept the country’s infection rate low but fueled public frustration and […]
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Britons will be enjoying a return to a ‘normal’ Christmas after last year’s festive season was dominated by fears around coronavirus, including restrictions that meant some people missed spending the festive 2021 with their families. The run-up to Christmas Day last year saw fears across the UK that restrictions would be re-imposed due to the […]
Continue ReadingWhy China Can’t Stop Talking About Canned Peaches
Why China can’t stop talking about canned peaches on the internet right now. Chinese state media is warning people not to eat canned peaches as a COVID remedy. An unfounded belief that the snack can fight the coronavirus has seen sales of canned peaches surge, per SCMP. As the COVID-vulnerable country reopens, the stakes are […]
Continue ReadingQuestions to Ask When You Need Help Finding Your Purpose
If you’re feeling stuck, these questions can help. Mark Twain once said the two greatest days in a person’s life are the day they’re born and the day they discover why. Deep? Definitely. But let’s be honest: the first day is a somewhat passive experience. The second day, however, can feel like a lot of […]
Continue ReadingDrinking Eight Glasses of Water a Day ‘May Be Too Much’
New research has found that the recommended eight glasses of water a day may be too much. Scientists from the University of Aberdeen discovered the recommended intake of two liters of water a day was often more than people needed. Given around half of the daily intake of water comes from food, scientists estimate people […]
Continue ReadingWhy Ketchup Splatters
Oxford scientists crack case of why ketchup splatters from near-empty bottle Squeezing more slowly and doubling diameter of the nozzle can help prevent splatter Ketchup is one of the most popular condiments in the US, along with mayonnaise, but getting those few last dollops out of the bottle often results in a sudden splattering. “It’s […]
Continue ReadingHigh-Speed WiFi Is Now Available On Mount Kilimanjaro
It’s now just a matter of time before someone livestreams their ascent of Africa’s highest mountain. High-speed WiFi has come to Kilimanjaro. The Tanzania Telecommunications Corporation turned on the broadband network on Tuesday at 12,200 feet. That covers the lower two-thirds of the mountain, but by the end of the year, officials say, connectivity will […]
Continue ReadingFrench Senate Votes To Ban Headscarves From Sports Competitions
The French Senate has voted to ban sports players wearing headscarves during competitions, a move politicians say was taken in the interests of religious neutrality. The contentious decision, opposed by Emmanuel Macron’s government, was approved by 160 votes to 143 in the upper house of parliament on Tuesday. Prior to the vote, senators from […]
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