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We live in a fast-paced world with mounting obligations, like family, car repairs, doctor appointments, children, social commitments, gardening, catching up on our favorite shows, jobs, cleaning, school, etc. All of these make it understandably difficult to make time to visit the gym. But while a number of us keep inventing a thousand and one […]
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Shoveling snow isn’t the most fun thing to do. It’s you, outside in the cold, trying to get rid of almost a trunkful of snow. It’s much worse and even dangerous when the snow has melted and frozen to form ice. Then, it becomes a slippery hazard. Getting rid of snow from your driveway This […]
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We’ve all heard several stories of humans heroically rescuing animals. In the wake of the devastating Australian bushfire, heroic humans trooped to rescue animals from the ravaging fire. Just like humans, animals are also capable of going to extraordinary lengths to save people from danger and possibly, death. This particular story is one that touches […]
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2020 started off with some unbelievably good news for the eye health industry. Scientists at Newcastle University have developed the world’s first 3D-printed human cornea to facilitate transplantation and hopefully cure blindness. The cornea is the outermost layer of the eye that covers other major parts and is responsible for refracting light rays. If your […]
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Let’s face it. Real fur was once the hype. They are soft, comfortable, and long-lasting. However, as sensitization about the brutal implications of wearing a fur coat rises, more companies and individuals are pulling the plug and embracing faux fur. But while some are scrapping it from their collections, others are insistent on producing and […]
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True love has no expiration date. What comes to your mind when you hear the name, Pierce Brosnan? For me, it’s the amazing way he interprets roles. Whether he’s a villain, jerk or a favored character, you can’t help but like him. Then there’s is his undeniable sex appeal and charming good looks that have […]
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We live in an era when the average 24-hour news cycle is filled with stories of pain, deceit, death, tragedy, and heartbreak. Sometimes, it can be challenging to remain optimistic. But amid the pain and tragedy, we are blessed with glimpses of kindness and compassion that somehow lift our spirits and restores our collective belief […]
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Every year, millions of tons of plastics, find their way into the sea, endangering the lives of precious aquatic species, some already greatly endangered. On a number of occasions, whales and seals have been found strangled by abandoned fishing gear. Plastics have also been found in fish and shrimps. These microparticles are responsible for the […]
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A lot of us remember the Titanic by the movie. The stellar performances delivered by Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet took our breaths away. The flawlessly crafted movie tells the story of Rose, a seventeen-year-old aristocrat who falls in love with Jack, a kind but poor artist aboard the ship. While we follow the story […]
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There’s more to trees than what meets the eye, and this isn’t just a pun about their deep roots. A recent study shows that trees not only have feelings but also make friends and look after each other. Trees have feelings “Tree Whisperer” Peter Wohlleben is a German researcher who has dedicated his life to […]
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It’s hard enough to be sick as a human, even with a support system. Just imagine how much harder it is for a cat — a stray one no less. ‘Lady in a Fur Coat’ Or ‘Lady’ for short is a poor cat who suffered from a chronic infection and hematomas in her ear. This […]
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The entire world is deeply mourning the loss of a real-life shooting star. During my childhood days, I remember being the worst at throwing hoops in the backyard court. The other kids called me “two short legs”. However, on the rare occasions I managed to get one in, I’d scream at the top of my […]
