In 1982, the International Whaling Commission (IWC) voted to ban the practice of commercial whaling that had driven several species to the brink of extinction, as The New York Times reported at the time. Now, a new study published […]
I’ve been accused of being a purist, especially when it comes to food. It’s not that I like plain or boring, it’s just that sometimes simple is best. That is especially true when it comes […]
When the temperature climbs, it’s only natural to turn on a fan — especially when you go to sleep. It’s an easy and instantaneous way to feel cooler as you catch some Z’s. […]
NASA’s Center for Near Earth Object Studies keeps an eye on the sky, surveying almost 28,000 asteroids and a much smaller number of comets that pass near Earth. Near Earth Asteroids, or NEAs, also […]
While Russian billionaires have been the focus of attention due to the ongoing fighting in Ukraine and the ensuing sanctions against Russian individuals and entities, their counterparts in the United States have accumulated an additional $1.7 trillion […]
Government scientists in the UK could soon begin tests for giving oral contraceptives for grey squirrels in the country. The hope is to control this invasive species without killing the animals. The current […]
Fewer Americans plan to work past the age of 62. In a March 2022 survey conducted by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, 49.2% of Americans plan to work past the age of 62, a […]
“Side hustle” has become quite the buzzword, which makes sense since 45% of working Americans report having a side hustle. A side hustle, in addition to your full-time job, is one of the quickest ways […]
Landing a dream job and excelling in a career isn’t only about resumes, cover letters, and a track record of strong performance. It’s also about who you know — and who knows you. Your reputation […]
Nearly everybody experiences anger in everyday life, whether it’s frustrations about making ends meet, the state of public transport or a misunderstanding at work. Gallup’s 2021 Global Emotions Report set out to gauge emotions (including anger levels) […]