Things Worth Noting
Your shoes carry more than dirt—they bring toxins, bacteria, and fecal matter into your home. Up to 96% of shoe soles harbor fecal-borne bacteria like E. coli, plus drug-resistant pathogens such as MRSA and C. diff, which cause severe infections. Pesticides, heavy metals like lead, and allergens from sidewalks, lawns, and public restrooms cling to […]
In 2019, 74-year-old Katalin Metro broke her nose hiking on Piestewa Peak in Phoenix. Despite refusing a helicopter rescue and preferring ground transport, the Phoenix Fire Department airlifted her in a Stokes basket. The basket spun violently due to rotor wash and a failed tag line, causing severe physical injuries like swelling, bruising, and a […]
Are you truly free, or living on autopilot? Studies show 90-95% of people operate on subconscious habits, driven by societal conditioning and automatic behaviors, while only 5-10% consciously shape their lives. Autopilot stems from the brain’s energy-saving mode, using mental shortcuts and ingrained beliefs to handle daily tasks like work or scrolling. This leads to […]
Social media reshapes your brain through neuroplasticity, altering emotions and behavior. Algorithms exploit the reward system, releasing dopamine to create addictive patterns, especially in teens with developing brains. Mirror neurons drive emotional contagion, mirroring feelings like anger or joy from online content, shaping your mindset. Negative bias amplifies anxiety and depression, while social comparison lowers […]
A slumlord is a negligent landlord who rents out unsafe, unhabitable units while ignoring repairs to maximize profit. They often target vulnerable tenants, charge high rent for rundown properties, and avoid maintenance like fixing leaks, mold, pests, or broken heat. Spot them by checking for code violations, poor reviews, unresponsive behavior, and visible damage during […]
The ancient Olympic Games, first held in 776 BC at Olympia, were a major cultural and religious festival in Ancient Greece, honoring Zeus. Freeborn Greek men from across city-states competed in events like running, wrestling, boxing, pankration, the pentathlon, and later equestrian races, often training for months in strict seclusion. The games promoted unity through […]
Excessive screen time disrupts sleep, hormones, and overall health by exposing the body to blue light that suppresses melatonin and alters the circadian rhythm. This leads to poor sleep quality, insomnia, and fatigue. Continuous screen use also activates the HPA axis, raising cortisol levels and stress, while reducing parasympathetic recovery needed for rest. Poor sleep […]
Homicide clearance rates in the U.S. have dropped sharply from 93% in 1962 to about 50% by 2022, amid rising violent crime trends and murder rates. This decline highlights issues in the criminal justice system, including police investigations and public safety implications. A case is cleared by arrest or exception, tracked via uniform crime reporting […]
A 2025 class action lawsuit claims Chobani’s Greek yogurt contains phthalates, toxic endocrine disruptors that leach from plastic packaging, contradicting its “Only Natural Ingredients” label. Plaintiff Amy Wysocki, who bought the yogurt believing it was free of artificial chemicals, accuses Chobani of false advertising under California’s consumer protection laws. Tests found harmful phthalates like DEHP […]
Thujone, a ketone and monoterpene, exists as α-thujone and β-thujone, found in wormwood, sage, and arborvitae, notably in absinthe. It acts as a GABAA receptor antagonist, potentially causing convulsions at high doses, though modern research downplays its psychedelic effects in absinthe, attributing them to alcohol. With a molecular formula of C₁₀H₁₆O, thujone has a molar […]