Humanity has a long history with alcohol. Over time, many myths about alcoholic beverages have emerged. Here are just a …
Temperature
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In the context of climate change, which is causing global temperatures to rise, extreme heat is becoming increasingly common. Consequently, there is a serious threat to human health. Our bodies…
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When the weather heats up, our hands instinctively reach for a bottle of sugary soda or a scoop of ice cream. A new study reported by the Daily Mail finds…
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Think laundry is simple? Your wash temperature might be wrong — and your clothes could be harboring bacteria. What washing temperature should you prefer? Chris van Tulleken — an Oxford…
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Experts advise against taking a cold shower on a hot day. Professor Adam Taylor from Lancaster University in the UK says cooling off this way can have the opposite effect.…
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Wearing socks to bed could be the secret to falling asleep faster and getting deeper rest. The idea is rooted in how our sleep systems and body-temperature regulation are closely…
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Recently, several studies have uncovered a correlation between symptoms of depression and body temperature. The research team from the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) analyzed data from 20,880 individuals…
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During the sweltering summer months, we often notice that hunger strikes much less frequently than in cooler weather. Researchers have long studied the impact of temperature on appetite. “We know…
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For a long time, people assumed women are more sensitive to cold than men. But recent research shows that’s not true. Women’s heat-retention mechanisms kick in at lower temperatures than…
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Depression is often called the ailment of the 21st century. It affects about five percent of the global population, with the prevalence of depression among women twice that of men.…
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According to a new study, the key to a good night’s sleep lies in keeping the bedroom temperature between 68 and 77°F. Researchers found that this temperature range allows for…
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Your refrigerator is the centerpiece of your kitchen—and it needs a little care. Experts at British magazine Which? have identified the best spot for every item in your fridge. They…
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A team of experts explained what makes the perfect rosé. On a summer evening, there’s nothing quite like savoring a glass of chilled rosé. But that delightful experience comes with…
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As the days grow warmer, there’s nothing quite like cracking open a can or bottle of cold beer. But why does chilled beer taste so much better, while room-temperature beer…
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The refrigerator is the centerpiece of every kitchen, and as such, it requires special care and attention. Experts from the British magazine Which? have identified the ideal spot for every…
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Nature & Travel
September 2024 was the planet’s second-hottest on record — and flooding risk is rising
The planet’s average temperature in September reached 16.17 °C, just shy of the record 16.38 °C set in September 2023. The European Union’s Climate Change Program reported the figure. Scientists…
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A heat advisory hung over the national park with an ominous name for most of the summer. The last two months in Death Valley, which straddles eastern California and a…
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The Moon’s temperature, like Earth’s, changes depending on whether sunlight is hitting its surface. But the swings are much larger than on our planet. “The temperature wildly fluctuates from extremely…
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The ideal temperature for living spaces is between 60°F and 68°F (16–20°C), with the bedroom not exceeding 60°F (16°C) and the children’s room not dropping below 64°F (18°C). In apartments…