Feeling safe is easy to take for granted when living in a developed nation, but for much of the developing world- especially for the poor- living in fear is the norm. In his newest book, The Locust Effect, Gary A. Haugen shines a light on the violence that saturates the lives of the impoverished. Aside… Continue reading Poverty and Hidden Everyday Violence in the Developing World
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Amputee Feels Again for the First Time With Bionic Hand
With the help of a bionic hand, a man from Denmark became the first amputee in the world to feel sensory rich information in real time. 36-year-old Dennis Aabo Sørensen, who lost his left hand in an accident nine years ago, was able to feel with his hand again for the first time using a… Continue reading Amputee Feels Again for the First Time With Bionic Hand
The Coffee Life Cycle
How many cups of coffee do you need in the morning to wake up? The caffeine loop can become a vicious cycle if you don’t follow the best practices for when to drink coffee. This is usually in the morning and afternoons based on the natural circadian clock within your body. So if you find… Continue reading The Coffee Life Cycle
Comparing It to an Infectious Disease, Researchers Predict Facebook Will Lose 80% of Its Users by 2017
Have you ever wondered if (or when) Facebook will go the way of Myspace and lose its tight grasp on society? Researchers at Princeton University seem to think this will happen quite soon. By comparing the spread of Facebook to that of an infectious disease, John Cannarella and Joshua Spechler found that Facebook is likely… Continue reading Comparing It to an Infectious Disease, Researchers Predict Facebook Will Lose 80% of Its Users by 2017
The Immunity Project Is Crowdfunding the World’s First Free Vaccine to End HIV and AIDS
Did you know that super powers actually exist? About one of every 300 people was born with a natural power: immunity to HIV. These “HIV controllers” have provided scientists a genetic blueprint to recreate the conditions any body needs to be immune from the deadly HIV virus. Using this research, the Immunity Project was able… Continue reading The Immunity Project Is Crowdfunding the World’s First Free Vaccine to End HIV and AIDS
60+ Top LinkedIn Influencers Reveal Their Best Productivity Hacks to Work Smarter
With only a limited number of hours to accomplish everything each day, how can we use our time more productively? When it comes to success and productivity, you can take a good look at some of the leading influencers on LinkedIn for inspiration. A common theme you’ll find is that a healthy body transforms into… Continue reading 60+ Top LinkedIn Influencers Reveal Their Best Productivity Hacks to Work Smarter
Internet Rehab: A Behind the Scenes Look at the Dangers of Online Addiction
We often like to joke about our addiction to the internet, but when truly overdone, this habit can become a serious health issue. Take people in China for example, where some have been reported to forego sleeping for three consecutive days in order to continue playing video games at internet cafes. While we know playing… Continue reading Internet Rehab: A Behind the Scenes Look at the Dangers of Online Addiction
Stick to Your Diet Resolutions With Pinterest’s New Healthy Recipe Search
Did you resolve to eat healthier in the new year? Before you grow bored of cooking the same vegan shepherd’s pie every week, let Pinterest help you find interesting new recipes to try out. Whether you eat vegan, vegetarian, paleo or gluten-free, Pinterest’s new recipe search includes filters to help you find recipes that meat… Continue reading Stick to Your Diet Resolutions With Pinterest’s New Healthy Recipe Search
