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Physical exercise alone is really not enough to boost brain health

Physical exercise alone is really not enough to boost brain health

The beneficial effects of physical and mental exercise on brain health are already well established. A new American study has…
Can reading encourage empathy?

Can reading encourage empathy?

Although it has long been assumed that reading is good for your mental health, there has been little evidence so…
Relax on World Hammock Day with this season’s best light fiction

Relax on World Hammock Day with this season’s best light fiction

Whether you’re on vacation or just relaxing in the garden at home, these five new light fiction novels will provide…
Newly developed wheel converts any bike into electric vehicle

Newly developed wheel converts any bike into electric vehicle

Right off the bat, Michael Burtov said he and his team at technology startup GeoOrbital did not re-invent the wheel. But,…
Max amount of time you can sit before harming your heart: study

Max amount of time you can sit before harming your heart: study

Although many previous studies have shown that too much sedentary time increases the risk of a variety of diseases, including…
Zika found in common house mosquitoes in Brazil

Zika found in common house mosquitoes in Brazil

Researchers in Brazil announced Thursday the "presence of the Zika virus" in Culex mosquitoes (the common house mosquito) in the…
Is the world ready for smart luggage?

Is the world ready for smart luggage?

There's more to your luggage than meets the eye. Of late, bags have started to think for themselves.They can weigh…
Reducing children’s exposure to violence – virtual and real

Reducing children’s exposure to violence – virtual and real

Pediatricians, parents, industry and policymakers need to join forces to limit children's exposure to virtual and real violence, according to…
45 minutes of artistic activity is enough to reduce stress

45 minutes of artistic activity is enough to reduce stress

The benefits of art therapy have been proven scientifically once again. American researchers have shown that regardless of age or…
Egyptian to climb the ‘roof of Africa’ — to buy roofs for the poor

Egyptian to climb the ‘roof of Africa’ — to buy roofs for the poor

Egyptian adventurer Galal Zekri Chatila has set out on his latest and boldest journey — to climb the highest peak…
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