The Best Mosquito Deterrents: From Zappers to DEET to Wearable Gadgets
Few things can ruin a warm summer evening faster than the high-pitched whine of a mosquito zeroing in on…
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Few things can ruin a warm summer evening faster than the high-pitched whine of a mosquito zeroing in on…
When people talk about medical breakthroughs, it’s easy to focus on the brilliant scientists, cutting-edge technology, and long clinical…
Weather affects us every day, yet so many common terms and concepts are widely misunderstood. If you’ve ever wondered…
Hugging is one of the simplest and most powerful forms of human connection. It can comfort, heal, and even…
Microplastics, tiny plastic particles less than 5 millimeters in size, have become a widespread environmental and public health concern….
Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are plants, animals, or microorganisms whose DNA has been altered using genetic engineering. This process…
Diamonds have long held a place of reverence in the jewelry world, celebrated for their brilliance, durability, and symbolism…
Pantry staples are the unsung heroes of the kitchen, offering convenience and reliability. However, many of these items sit…
The revival of the woolly mammoth, an iconic species of the Pleistocene epoch, has long fascinated scientists and the…
A new study out of Denmark finds that men with better sperm quality at young ages seem to live longer than those who have weak swimmers. Before you ask the men in your life to provide semen samples for predictive purposes, however, you should know that researchers still don’t understand why this association exists or what it means. (Other than, you know, the obvious: healthy men make healthy sperm and healthy men tend to live longer connection.)
Where’s DOGE when you need them? I have a perfect example of government waste that could be cancelled before we piss away money on it, but that seems unlikely since it was just announced last week and appears to be an RFK Jr. wet dream.
Ever wonder why some people chase the burn of spicy food while others can’t handle more than a dash…
Twice a year, we go through a collective groan as we either gain or lose an hour of sleep…
Have you ever noticed how certain colors make you feel a specific way? Maybe a soft blue room makes…
As people age, subtle changes in the senses are common, but one of the most frustrating and often overlooked…
Our world is teeming with life, but some creatures have been around for so long that they make modern…
We hope by now you are not looking to TikTok or other social media as the sole arbiter of…
We’ve all had headaches. Some are mild and go away with a bit of rest, while others feel like…
This commentary is a repost from “Sex on Wednesdays” by Martha Kempner on Substack. Find her other articles on The Queen…
The history of medicine is replete with serendipitous discoveries that have revolutionized healthcare and saved countless lives. Many groundbreaking…
For as long as humans have been able to contemplate, the question of what happens after death has fascinated…
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) has long been classified as a neurodevelopmental disorder. It affects millions of individuals worldwide…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has rapidly evolved from a futuristic concept to a transformative force impacting numerous aspects of our…
The intersection of food and technology has led to remarkable innovations that have fundamentally changed how we produce, prepare,…
Electric vehicles (EVs) are rapidly becoming a cornerstone of sustainable transportation. They promise reduced greenhouse gas emissions and lower…