Intriquing Ultrarunner found dead. 2012-04-05
Posted by clype in Articles of Interest, Health, Humanities.Tags: Caballo Blanco, marathon, Micah True, Tarahumara, Ultra running, ultramarathon
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The mysterious thing about the disappearance last week of Micah True – better known as Caballo Blanco, the White Horse of the Sierra Madre mountains – was that, for once, we knew where he was. (more…)
Reasons to Learn Another Language 2012-03-17
Posted by clype in Articles of Interest, Discovery, Health, Intolerance, Science.Tags: brains, brainy, cleverness, creative, genius, intellect, intelligence, inventive, Language, smart, thinking
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Speaking two languages rather than just one has obvious practical benefits in an increasingly globalized world. But in recent years, scientists have begun to show that the advantages of bilingualism are even more fundamental than being able to converse with a wider range of people. Being bilingual, it turns out, makes you smarter. It can have a profound effect on your brain, improving cognitive skills not related to language and even shielding against dementia in old age. (more…)
Beer Stampede over wrong pricetag 2011-06-04
Posted by clype in Articles of Interest, Glasgow, Health.Tags: beer, price, tesco
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An error which slashed the price of beer and cider led to a stampede of customers at a number of Tesco supermarkets in Scotland.
A deal offering three boxes of various alcoholic drinks for £20 was going through the tills at three for £11.
Police were called to Tesco in Greenock after heavy congestion was reported in the car park as customers rushed to get the deal. (more…)
Health Labels on Underwear 2011-05-25
Posted by clype in Articles of Interest, Health.Tags: boxres, bras, Brasil, braziers, Brazil, knickers, panties, pants, shorts, tangas, trunks, vests
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Lawmakers in Brazil may have found an unconventional way to get their citizens’ attention.
The congress has recently passed a law that would require sexual health messages to be placed in underwear manufactured and sold in Brazil. The measure, which was introduced 12 years ago, is now awaiting approval from Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff. (more…)
Religion Boosts Sport 2011-05-12
Posted by clype in Articles of Interest, Discovery, Health, Humanities, Intolerance, Science.Tags: bigotry, catholic, Protestant, religion, sectarianism, sport
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At the Champions League final there is likely to be evidence of faith, with players making the sign of the cross and other religious gestures. But does belief really boost sporting performance, asks Mr Matthew Syed.
All eyes will be on Mr Lionel Messi, the world’s greatest footballer, when he walks out with Barcelona in The Champions League final. If you watch carefully, you may see him crossing himself as he strides onto the pitch.
On the opposing side, Manchester United striker Mr Javier Hernandez has been known to pray on the pitch. (more…)
Toddlers’ Self-Control Key to Their Future 2011-01-26
Posted by clype in Articles of Interest, Health, Humanities, Science, Statistics.Tags: child development, human behaviour, nature/nurture, prediction, rearing children, research, study, toddler, upbringing
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It’s worrying news for any parent who’s struggled with a headstrong young child, but scientists claim that children who have low levels of self-control at age three are more likely to have health and money problems and a criminal record by the age of 32, regardless of background and IQ. (more…)
Alcohol Drinkers Live Longer 2011-01-24
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A newly released study shows that regular drinkers are less likely to die prematurely than people who have never indulged in alcohol. Time reports that abstaining from alcohol altogether can lead to a shorter life than consistent, moderate drinking. (more…)
Clowns Help Get Women Get Pregnant 2011-01-16
Posted by clype in Articles of Interest, Health, Humanities.Tags: clown, clowning, fertility, infertility, IVF, pregnancy, stress
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Infertility researchers in Israel have found a 15-minute encounter with a clown immediately after fertility treatment dramatically increased the chances of a successful pregnancy. (more…)
Slimmers Need Sleep 2010-10-05
Posted by clype in Health, Science.Tags: bmi, diet, ghrelin, Health, slimming
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Dieters looking to shed more fat and feel less hungry while they do it may benefit from a few more hours in bed, according to a new study.
Dieters lost the same amount of weight whether they slept for a full night or fewer hours — but those who got more sleep lost more fat and they also felt less hungry while awake, according to the study, which appears in the 5th October 2010 issue of ‘The Annals of Internal Medicine‘. (more…)
Bed Bug Bafflement 2010-09-01
Posted by clype in Articles of Interest, Health, Science.Tags: bed bugs, bites, bugs, creepy-crawlies, infestation, insects, itch
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Don’t be too quick to dismiss the common bedbug as merely a pestiferous six-legged blood-sucker. Think of it, rather, as Cimex lectularius, “International arthropod of mystery”.
In comparison to other insects that bite man, or even only walk across man’s food, nibble man’s crops or bite man’s farm animals, very little is known about the creature whose Latin name means — go figure — ‘bug of the bed.’ Only a handful of entomologists specialise in it, and until recently it has been low on the government’s research agenda because it does not transmit disease. Most study grants come from the pesticide industry and ask only one question: “What kills it?”
- But now that it’s “The Bug That Ate New York, Not to Mention Other Shocked American Cities”, that may change.
This month, “The Environmental Protection Agency” (The EPA) and “The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention” issued a joint statement on bedbug control. It was not, however, a declaration of war nor a plan of action. It was an acknowledgement that the problem is big, a reminder that federal agencies mostly give advice, plus some advice: try a mix of vacuuming, crevice-sealing, heat and chemicals to kill the things. (more…)
