Using compassion, yoga, and service, a retired colonel cures thousands of addicts.
Photo Credit ( freepik ) An inspirational tale of a former army colonel using positive reinforcement to help his fellow citizens overcome addiction comes from the heartland of Sikhism. The Akal Drug De-Addiction Centre in Punjab was founded and is run by Colonel Dr. Rajinder Singh. Over 10,000 patients have been able to overcome addictions […]
At a thrift store, she discovered her ideal wedding gown for $25, and “it fit like a glove.”
Photo Credit ( Pixabay ) After trying on gowns at a boutique store and failing to find anything that fit, Julia Webber became discouraged. “I wanted something that was both elegant and simple, with a form-fitting top. She was therefore shocked to discover the ideal dress at a nearby secondhand shop. The 26-year-old saw the […]
How 65% of Americans Plan to Change Their Financial Behaviour by 2025
Photo Credit ( Pexels ) Sixty-five percent of the 2,000 persons surveyed said they hoped to change their financial habits by 2025. In order to spend less money after the holidays and to be less social and active, nearly half (49%) intend to hibernate in January. One in four respondents (26%) said they would like […]
Researchers Create Batteries from Industrial Waste to Store Renewable Energy
Photo Credit ( Freepik ) An industrial waste product has been converted into a sustainable energy storage battery by a Northwestern University team. Even though there are numerous versions of these batteries being developed or produced for grid-scale uses, this is the first time that a waste molecule—in this case, triphenylphosphine oxide, or TPPO—has been […]
An impressive Viking woman’s 1,200-year-old grave is discovered by a metal detectorist.
Photo Credit ( Pixabay ) Three prominent women, who may or may not have been Scandinavians themselves, were buried there, and these ambiguities have given rise to intriguing theories. The location was first discovered by amateur metal detectors and is situated at a farm named Skumsnes, close to the seaside in the Norwegian town of […]
A man prophesies in midair and recreates a scene from the wedding singer.
Photo Credit ( Freepik ) On Lissy’s birthday, Sam Riber surprised her with a performance and, as a climax, by getting down on one knee when they were travelling to Mexico. Since the two of them enjoy watching films, Sam knew he wanted to recreate a moment from the 1998 Adam Sandler classic when he […]
In a fortunate turn of events, a brother finds a 30-year-old letterman jacket.
Photo Credit ( Pixabay ) The amazing “timeless” tale of a man who was able to try on his varsity letterman jacket decades after placing his order originates from Arizona. Due to financial constraints at the time, Jed Mottley and the jacket parted ways, only to meet nearly 30 years later during an impromptu, fortuitous […]
The renowned “Asian Unicorn” mountain home is now better protected thanks to a new national park.
Photo Credit ( Greetyimage ) The 49,000-hectare Pale area, which is believed to be an important and largely intact habitat for important species, is part of the 202,300-hectare protected area that has previously been expanded with support from Western endowments and charity organisations. With thanks to Pakham Outhanikone Laos WWFSome of the most endangered species […]
The world’s first toilet paper made from used nappies is being sold by a Japanese coalition.
Photo Credit ( Freepik ) Currently offered in seven retail stores in southern Japan’s Kagoshima Prefecture, the paper is widely regarded as an eco-friendly washroom replacement for the island nation. The city of Shibushi, which started recycling disposable nappies in April by separating them from the regular trash streams, led the initiative along with the […]
Due to a link to cancer, the FDA has finally banned Red Dye No. 3 from foods, beverages, and medications in the US.
Photo Credit ( Freepik ) Due to a link to cancer, the FDA has finally banned Red Dye No. 3 from foods, beverages, and medications in the US. Following years of lobbying by groups citing data demonstrating that RD3 has caused cancer in animals, the decision was made. Since 1990, it has been prohibited in […]