Fear spreads faster than facts in our digital age. Ryo Tatsuki, a former manga artist, has millions worried about a July 2025 tsunami based solely on her dreams. Travel bookings to Japan have dropped sharply, with some agencies reporting declines of up to 50 percent, already dealing a heavy blow to the country’s travel sector….
Minnesota health officials issued an urgent warning after an unvaccinated child with measles visited Mall of America while infectious. The child from Dakota County spent time at the mall’s theme park on May 24 between 5 pm and 9 pm. Thousands of visitors may have been exposed to this highly contagious viral disease during this…
Most people know what it feels like to be depressed, after all, life is full of challenges. However, depression can be a sign of something worse, something that not only negatively impacts your mental health. It also impacts your overall wellbeing and quality of life. Here are some common words used by people who may…
Flight attendants’ responsibilities in the aviation industry go well beyond providing drinks and making sure passengers are comfortable. They are qualified experts in charge of making sure that everyone on board is safe and healthy. Among the numerous processes and rules they follow, one seemingly odd habit sticks out: the bracing position the cabin crew…
Mount Spurr has begun to stir after decades of silence. This 11,070-foot stratovolcano sits 81 miles west of Anchorage, Alaska. For years, it remained quiet—its snow-covered peak barely drawing attention. But now, scientists are watching closely as the mountain shows signs of a possible volcanic eruption. The Alaska Volcano Observatory (AVO) has recorded more than…
Fordyce spots are one of those things most people notice but rarely understand. Have you ever spotted tiny white or yellowish bumps on your lips or genitals and wondered what they were? You’re not alone. These unexpected little dots can feel alarming at first, especially when they seem to appear out of nowhere. But take a deep…
Over the past few years, more and more research has been published revealing just how fundamental our gut microbiome is to our health. It can affect everything from our response to fear and negative stimuli, to our weight and mental health, to whether or not we develop autoimmune diseases such as lupus and type 1 diabetes. Now, a new study published in The Journal of Immunology…
You may not appreciate this most recent NASA update if the expanse of deep space is already making your spine tingle. A mystery object that sends signals to Earth every 44 minutes has been found by the US space agency. It was discovered by accident and is located roughly 16,000 light-years away. Astronomers have never…
Fasting has long been part of human history, whether by necessity or choice. Many religions and cultures across the globe practice fasting as a meditative and cleansing ritual for the body. Some researchers speculate fasting could have been done due to food scarcity in older human history. Today, fasting effects, from intermittent to water, or even extended fasts…
When we think of volcanoes, we typically picture the high, mountainous peaks, such as Mount Vesuvius and Krakatoa. However, there are actually more volcanoes below the water than above. In fact, almost 80% of the volcanic activity on Earth occurs underwater! These underwater volcanoes act as pressure valves, releasing heat and molten rock from underneath the…
