When he was 22, Philip Jackson left the UK and came back at the age of 67. During this period of four+ decades, Jackson worked in construction in Australia and Thailand. When he came back and retired to his native Barnsley, he felt like a foreigner. He had a strong […]
Life Hacks
Scottish Nightclub Powered by Heat from Dancers: Moving the Venue with Thermal Energy
As the UK government is turning to fossil fuels in the wake of a global energy crisis, this nightclub in Glasgow found a way to dance away the emissions and high costs. The iconic venue known as SWG3 started using its new system called the BODYHEAT. This system uses the […]
Englishman Creates a Mental Health Walking Group for Lads like Him
After struggling with his anxiety on his own for a decade, Scott Oughton-Johnson decided to create a group for men like him. It was difficult for him to talk about his feelings. Not when he divorced the mom of his kids a decade ago and not during their custody battle. […]
This Ancient AC System Cools Homes without any Electricity
The Nave Air Conditioning system is inspired by the Palestinian jarrah. It’s a wall made of terracotta. It uses water and natural evaporation to cool down indoor areas. This wall can cool down rooms without the use of any power. The design is the brainchild of Yael Issacharov. This designer […]
At This Cairo Supermarket, You Can Get the Freshest Veggies: They’re Grown Inside a Hydroponic Fridge Garden
This supermarket in Cairo is taking its produce aisle to the next level. Namely, according to a video shared by Reuters, this supermarket has set up a hydroponic fridge inside their store. This fridge currently grows various types of lettuce inside and makes sure everyone can get their hands on […]
New Study Finds Meditation Offers Protective Benefits from Alzheimer’s for the Elderly
In new research done in France, meditation was found to be more beneficial for a healthy brain than learning a new language. One of the leading scientists on the study, Dr. Gael Chetelat from Caen-Normandy University in France, explains that the study found meditation to be superior in terms of […]
She Was About to Be Evicted from Her 20-Year Home until Her Neighbors Came Together & Bought Her the House
A 70-year-old woman who was about to be evicted from her home said that she knew that her neighbors loved her, but she didn’t know they loved her so much. The lady, Linda Taylor, was heartbroken after her landlord informed her that she had two months before being evicted from […]
Artists Paint Gigantic Bookcase on Side of a Building Featuring Locals’ Favorite Books
Most street artists draw their masterpieces on abandoned buildings or old train tracks. However, in the case of one street artist from The Netherlands, Jan Is De Man, another canvas was more suitable. He created stunning 3D paintings for the local communities in an effort to connect them with each […]
80% of Heart Attacks Could Be Avoided by Doing These 5 Easy Things
There are several factors associated with a person’s risk of a heart attack. This list includes lifestyle habits and family history. In a large study done in Sweden and published in the American College of Cardiology journal in 2014, it was found that five specific lifestyle factors like a healthy […]
Pinched Nerve in the Shoulder: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments
A pinched nerve happens when excessive pressure is applied to a nerve by tissues around it like cartilage, muscles, bones, or tendons. This pressure results in pain, tingling, numbness, and weakness. A pinched nerve can happen in several parts of the body. A herniated disc in the lower spine may […]