A common piece of advice for anyone looking to shed pounds is the age-old “calories in, calories out” principle: if you increase your energy expenditure relative to your caloric intake, the excess weight will melt away. You can understand the allure of reducing weight loss to a mathematical formula: If you follow the formula,...
Exercise and other outdoor pursuits are becoming more difficult as a result of global warming. Our ability to withstand a rise in core body temperature is, in fact, quite limited. A mere three-degree Celsius increase in core temperature can be fatal, even for young, healthy adults. Being physically active in hot weather can cause...
The majority of the millions of people who make resolutions each year focus on improving their health. Even though they’re common, most people give up on their resolutions within a few weeks. This leads many to repeat their resolutions from year to year. While that’s happening, resolutions might help you zero in on something...
For those wary of venturing into natural waters, here’s a compelling reason: every snake, irrespective of its species, is capable of swimming. This means that, in a broader sense, all snakes could be considered ‘water snakes’, though this term is traditionally reserved for those often found near aquatic environments. How Do Snakes Maneuver in...
The world of marine biology received a groundbreaking surprise on December 14, 2001, at the Henry Doorly Zoo in Nebraska. A female hammerhead shark, isolated from any male company, did something extraordinary – she gave birth to a pup. This event marked a pivotal moment in our understanding of shark reproduction, particularly because it...
A common yet misunderstood guest in our kitchens. With an estimated over 300,000 types of mold out there, it’s like a never-ending science experiment right on your food. But here’s the thing, not all molds spell disaster for your dinner plans. While some molds are benign, others, like those producing Aflatoxin, are downright sneaky...
The wait is almost over! The National Senior Certificate (NSC) exam results for 2023 are set to light up your world on January 19, 2024. Mark your calendars: Registration kicks off on December 18, setting the stage for that thrilling moment when your hard work pays off. You’ve got options when it comes to...
Dry cleaning dates back to ancient civilizations, notably the Romans. Archaeological findings in Pompeii, devastated by Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, reveal the existence of early dry cleaners. Roman fullers used substances like fuller’s earth, lye, and ammonia derived from urine to cleanse clothing. This mixture effectively removed dirt and sweat stains, especially from...
It’s a scenario familiar to many Windows users: you step away from your computer for a moment, only to return and find that Windows Update has automatically restarted your machine. This can be particularly annoying and disruptive, especially if you lose unsaved work or if the computer restarts during a critical task, like transferring...