Marriage life today faces many challenges. Partners might treat each other poorly, leading to issues like violence, theft, cheating, lying, and substance abuse. These problems can cause divorce. But Buddhism offers a practical approach to maintaining a strong marriage, based on the Tipiṭaka teaching
The highly anticipated College Football Playoff (CFP) kicked off with a bang, but not in a good way. The first round was a yawn-fest, with average scores of 36 to 17 and not a single game closer than 10 points. Even worse, there was only one lead change across all four games. This new format aimed t
Human nutrition has always been a mix of biology and culture. Let's start from the beginning, when our ancient relatives, the Homo genus, were busy foraging, scavenging, hunting, and gathering. This was a time when food was found in nature, not supermarkets. As time passed, we saw a big shift with t
Bats play a vital role in keeping pests under control, especially in areas with lots of agriculture. But figuring out how to include bat management in conservation plans is tough. The way a landscape looks can greatly influence where bats live, how many different types there are, and how well they d
Did you know that your brain may have specific ageing peaks? At 58, changes happen in proteins linked to healing, metabolism, and mental health. At 70, age-related brain conditions become more common. And at 78, immune and inflammation-related proteins are affected. This new research challenges the
You might think that farms mainly use water for their animals to drink. But here's a surprising fact: the food these animals eat also needs a lot of water. A recent study dug into this by looking at 140 different types of animal feed in 262 countries. They found out that the water used comes in two
Ever heard of nutmeg? It's not just a tasty spice, but also a powerful traditional Chinese medicine. The water extract from nutmeg, known as Myristica fragrans water extract (MFWE), is a real game-changer in the world of gut health. Scientists have discovered that MFWE can shield your stomach from n
Moms-to-be in Rwanda aren't using antenatal care (ANC) services as much as they should. This matters a lot because ANC helps keep pregnancies healthy and safe. While things have gotten better over time, Sub-Saharan Africa still lags behind. This paper digs into why Rwandan women aren't using ANC ser
Once the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) greenlights a new drug or medical device, how doctors talk to their patients about them becomes super important. This chat should cover both the benefits and the risks, especially if the product was approved fast-track with limited data. Also, doctors n
Imagine you're trying to please a big, diverse group of people – that's the challenge when it comes to caring for older adults. They're like a box of chocolates, all different. Some like to be looked after at home, others in a friendly care center. Some need a lot of attention, while others are happ
