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Physical exercise alone is really not enough to boost brain health
July 23, 2016
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?
July 23, 2016
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
July 23, 2016
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
July 23, 2016
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
July 23, 2016
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
July 22, 2016
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?
July 22, 2016
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
July 22, 2016
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
July 22, 2016
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
July 21, 2016
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…