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Night Shift Work Increases Memory Problems Risk by 79%
Night shift work increases the risk of memory problems by 79%. Those who regularly work in this mode are mostly at risk. However, even if a person who works on a regular schedule occasionally has to stay up late working on tasks, it also has a negative impact on their cognitive functions.
[Wellness]
September 6, 2023
Surprising Discovery: Moon's Soil is Hotter Than Expected
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has revealed that the soil on the Moon is hotter than previously thought. Data collected from the Indian spacecraft suggests that the surface temperature reaches 70 degrees Celsius, far exceeding the initial estimates of 20 to 30 degrees Celsius. This unexpected finding has surprised scientists at ISRO.
[Interesting]
September 6, 2023
Retiree Builds a Dog Train in Texas
In Texas, a retiree built a train for dogs. He rescued stray dogs from the streets and started thinking about how to walk them all. In the end, he created a 'passenger composition', which was loved by both neighbors and the dogs themselves.
[Interesting]
September 6, 2023
Rock Music Boosts Insulin Cells
The song 'We Will Rock You' makes insulin cells work. Scientists from Switzerland have found that rock music can trigger the release of cellular insulin. And the louder and heavier the bass, the better the insulin cells perform. It is too early to talk about creating a sound-triggered insulin release system, but the obtained results can be applied to other types of cells to treat not only diabetes.
[Wellness]
September 6, 2023
Qualities of Mars Colonizers: Flexibility, Communication, Non-Aggression, and Collaboration
Psychologists have identified the qualities that Mars colonizers should possess. These include flexibility, the ability to communicate with each other, the absence of aggression, and a lack of desire to compete. Scientists believe that these personality traits will enable people to collaborate more effectively and accomplish the necessary tasks to survive on the harsh planet. The study involved computer modeling, tracking the first 28 years of Mars colonization. Scientists have also determined that only 22 individuals are sufficient to establish a settlement.
[Interesting]
September 6, 2023
Have a Great Day!
Great day!
[Psychology]
September 5, 2023
Overcoming Difficulties with Confidence and Determination
I have the power and resources to overcome any challenges that come my way. My confidence and determination will help me achieve success.
[Psychology]
September 5, 2023
Smart Home Skating Mat Invented in China
A smart skating mat for indoor ice skating has been invented in China. By wearing special boot covers, users can glide on the mat as if they were on ice. The mat is connected to a television, which displays a skating rink image for complete immersion, and it also tracks the number of calories burned.
[Wellness]
September 4, 2023
Dine in the Heights: Dinner at 90 Meters Above a Waterfall in Brazil
A new service has been invented in Brazil - dinner at a height above a waterfall. You are elevated to a height of 90 meters and enjoy your meal amidst the sound of the Cachoeira da Sepultura waterfall. For 15 minutes of tranquil dining, you will have to pay approximately $450.
[Interesting]
September 4, 2023
Canadian and Mexican Engineers Create Lens for Phone that Highlights Infections
Engineers from Canada and Mexico have developed a lens for smartphones that illuminates infections. Swift Ray 1 is attached to a smartphone and determines if wounds are infected. The device outperforms doctors, as it was able to identify 100% of infected wounds and 91% of non-infected wounds.
[Wellness]
September 4, 2023
Mysterious Flannery Associates Acquires Land for New City near San Francisco
Mysterious company Flannery Associates has acquired land near San Francisco for $800 million to build a new city. Among the company's investors are Silicon Valley elite: LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman, investors Mark Andreessen and Michael Moritz, as well as Steve Jobs' ex-wife, Laurene Powell. Specific plans for the city are unknown. Flannery Associates proposed back in 2017 to create a city that runs on clean energy and is exclusively for pedestrians.
[Interesting]
September 4, 2023
Earth Facing Imminent Self-Destruction, Warn American Scientists
American scientists have discovered that the Earth is facing self-destruction in the next few years. Researchers claim that they have found anomalies in all layers of the Earth's system: displacement and destabilization of the Earth's core, acceleration of the planet's rotation, and shift in its axis of rotation - all of which pose a tremendous danger. In order to prevent the catastrophe, scientists aim to establish an international scientific center to explore ways of rectifying these issues.
[Interesting]
September 4, 2023
Rare Albino Puma Cub Born in Private Zoo in South America
A rare albino puma cub has been born in a private zoo in South America. It is one of only four such animals in the world. This genetic mutation is considered extremely rare for pumas. Currently, the cub is living in a closed enclosure together with its mother and other cubs. When the kittens turn three months old, the zoo plans to move them to an enclosure accessible to visitors.
[Interesting]
September 4, 2023
Cat Sets World Record for Jumping Rope
A cat named Kit Kat, also known as Fluffy, has broken the world record for jumping rope in one minute. Fluffy jumped over the rope 9 times in 60 seconds, making it the new world record for cat jump rope. The 13-year-old record-holding cat has been performing various tricks since childhood, thanks to his owner Trisha Zeyfried, who is an animal trainer.
[Interesting]
September 4, 2023
Is Air Drying More Hygienic Than Hand Dryers?
Enthusiasts decided to test how dirty hand dryers in public places are. The experiment showed that hand dryers contain significantly more microbes than the surrounding space, and it is safer to dry your hands by simply waving them in the air.
[Wellness]
September 4, 2023
Long screen time hinders infants' development
Researchers have found that infants who spend more than four hours a day in front of screens experience delays in the development of communication skills, fine motor skills, and problem-solving abilities. The results were based on surveys filled out by parents of nearly 8000 young children. However, only 4% of children spend more than 4 hours a day in front of screens, 18% spend 2 to 4 hours, and the rest spend less than 2 hours.
[Wellness]
September 4, 2023
Astronomers discover a new type of star that may unlock a cosmic mystery
Astronomers have discovered a new type of star that could shed light on a cosmic anomaly - neutron stars, known as magnetars. It is believed that they are formed through the collapse of massive stars, but it is unclear why only some of them acquire intense magnetic fields while others become ordinary neutron stars.
[Interesting]
September 4, 2023
Unique Bar Experience in Barcelona
In Barcelona, there is a bar called 'Dow Jones' where alcohol prices fluctuate depending on demand. So, if no one is ordering a Long Island, you can get it at a bargain price, but for more popular cocktails, you might have to pay additional.
[Interesting]
September 4, 2023
Carbonated drinks and fast food increase the risk of mental disorders
Researchers from the University of Melbourne conducted an investigation that showed participants with the highest consumption of ultra-processed foods increased their chances of experiencing heightened psychological stress. The selection was made among teenagers aged 13 to 17, and the observation was carried out over a period of 15 years. The observation revealed that teenagers who consumed fast food and carbonated drinks almost every day were more vulnerable to psychological stress and subsequent health problems in life compared to those who limit themselves in these habits.
[Wellness]
September 4, 2023
Scientists Develop Brain Implant allowing Speech via Mind Control
Scientists have created a brain implant that enables communication through the power of thoughts. The device has already been tested on a paralyzed girl, and it worked – she was able to speak through her virtual avatar. The device can process up to 80 words per minute, which is a significant achievement for someone who hasn't spoken for many years.
[Wellness]
September 4, 2023