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Tuesday, 05 October 2021 05:38

Why Karl Marx’s Communist Manifesto is having a moment

The Canadian musician Grimes tweeted an image of herself with the 1848 document last week – just after her reported split from the world’s richest man, Elon Musk. She isn’t the only one reading it right now Name: The Communist Manifesto. Age: 173 years. Remind me what it is again. A pamphlet first published by Karl Marx and FriedrichEngels in 1848. I thought Marxism was dead … at least it seemed that way at the Labour party conference last week. Not so! It’s never been hotter! Really? Yes! Even Grimes has been spotted reading a copy. The Canadian musician? Real…

Sunday, 03 October 2021 05:59

How the 10-second rule can dramatically change your conversations and make you a better leader

Those 10 seconds can make all the difference. Communication is easily the single most important trait of leaders. If leadership is mostly about influence--and it is--then the ability to communicate a vision and motivate people to move towards that vision is the single most important characteristic of a leader. The problem is, communication is hard. Sometimes people don't understand the message we want to communicate. Sometimes we do a really poor job of expressing what we mean. In many cases, the way we communicate is directly affected by our perception of our position in a relationship, how we feel about…

Saturday, 02 October 2021 05:36

Is corn good for you? Health benefits and risks

Corn can be good for you if it's unprocessed — but many types of corn are processed. Unprocessed corn contains vital nutrients including fiber, magnesium, phosphorous, and potassium. Some forms of processed corn are akin to sugar, not corn, and too much of it can damage your health. In 2019, American farmers planted more corn than any other crop – 69 million football fields' worth, in fact. That's because corn has become one of our most versatile food crops. There are over 3,500 uses for corn products. In a US supermarket, you'll find corn in 3 out of 4 products…

Friday, 01 October 2021 06:00

Ways to easily and quickly prove your vaccine status while travelling

Being able to quickly provide proof of your vaccine status is convenient for saving time and keeping your documents safe. If you are traveling for business anytime soon, you may be concerned about showing your vaccination status to get into certain places. Whether you're trying to use up some expiring points and miles before the end of the year or are planning a business trip for the future, there's a good chance you'll need to show proof of vaccination at some point. Some cities, such as New York City and San Francisco, and several countries, require proof of vaccination status…

Sunday, 26 September 2021 05:45

It's not your age that's slowing your metabolism, new research says. Here's what to do

If you're middle-aged and have been slowly but steadily putting on weight for years, you've probably attributed it to an age-related decrease in metabolism. Your metabolic rate is the rate at which your body burns calories to keep you alive and functioning. It's a generally accepted belief that as you age, your resting metabolism slows --especially over age 40. And if you are a woman in menopause, your metabolism slows even more. Not true, says a new paper published in Science. By analyzing data from nearly 6,500 people ranging in age from infancy to elderly, the paper's authors determined that…

Saturday, 25 September 2021 05:55

Find it difficult to sleep? Use the 4-7-8 method to fall asleep almost instantly

Ancient wisdom and modern science agree that all you need to fall asleep fast is a few seconds and a set of lungs. If you're looking for motivation to get more sleep, there are plenty of studies I could point you to, like this recent one showing that insufficient sleep causes toxic gunk to build up in your brain. Or how about this one that found sleep deprivation impacts your performance as much as being drunk. Or this unexpected finding that too little sleep makes you paranoid. But while the research on the need to get enough sleep is as…

Sunday, 19 September 2021 05:54

9 English words you should never use abroad

Ryan Luke Once people start to travel more again, it’ll be important you understand how these nine English words could cause you embarrassment in other countries. These are words that you should never use. They’re considered offensive and could get you into trouble. If you want to avoid being labeled as an ignorant tourist, avoid these nine words at all costs. Gift While you may be well-intentioned, if you are in Germany and tell someone you want to give them a “gift,” you are actually telling them you want to provide them with “poison.” Why? Because in the German language,…

Sunday, 19 September 2021 05:53

The painful truth about toxic mothers-in-law

On the social media platform TikTok, the hashtag #toxicmotherinlaw has more than 130 million views. Peruse the videos, and you'll find a virtual tribe of women – some angry, others resigned – revealing some of the most agonizing and absurd experiences with the women their husbands call "mom." There's the story of the mother-in-law who showed up to her son's wedding in head-to-toe white, and the one who repeatedly cut her grandchild's hair even though the mother explicitly said not to. There's the mother-in-law who berated her son and his wife for spending a holiday with the wife's family, and…

Sunday, 12 September 2021 05:50

3 things the most persuasive people do differently to get what they want

Whether it's negotiating a salary, interviewing for a job, sharing an idea, or simply asking for a favor, we often assume that our actions, input and requests will be overlooked or rejected. But research shows that in many cases, those concerns don't reflect reality. Rather, they are the result of several psychological biases that lead us to underestimate our influence. Studies have found that people prefer to be cooperative and helpful, not withholding. In fact, saying "no" is hard, which means that when we brace for pushback or rejection, we are often being unnecessarily pessimistic. How to be more persuasive…

Saturday, 11 September 2021 05:45

Better brainpower with age: Some mental abilities actually improve after turning 50

Think it’s all downhill for your brain after you hit 50? Think again. Like a fine wine, some mental skills such as concentration and paying attention to detail, believe it or not, actually improve with age. The exciting discovery could lead to better therapies for Alzheimer’s disease, say scientists. “These results are amazing, and have important consequences for how we should view aging,” says senior investigator Michael Ullman, PhD, a professor in the Department of Neuroscience at Georgetown University and director of its Brain and Language Lab., in a statement. The study of hundreds of older people found two key…

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Friday, 10 September 2021 05:45

Unleashing reforms, Xi returns to China's socialist roots

When Xi Jinping took command of the Communist Party in late 2012 and proclaimed “only socialism can save China”, it was largely ignored as the perfunctory mention of an antiquated slogan - not to be taken literally in a modern-day, market-powered economy. But sweeping new policy moves - from crackdowns here on internet companies, for-profit educatihere, online gaming here and property market excesses, to the promulgation of "Common Prosperity" - show Xi's seriousness in steering China back towards its socialist roots. Having done away with term limits in 2018, China’s most powerful leader since Mao Zedong is pushing what some…

Friday, 10 September 2021 05:39

Hidden cameras in hotels and vacation rentals can be spotted using these methods

It’s easier to rest when you feel safe. While the vast majority of hotels and vacation rentals are safe, occasionally a story will surface about a guest discovering they’ve been secretly filmed by hidden cameras. Fortunately, a recent viral video shows people how to spot possible recording devices. The video was uploaded to TikTok by Marcus Hutchins, using the screen name Malwaretech. Since last week, it has garnered more than 15 million views. The advice is actually quite simple. The first step, according to the video, is to check around the room for any devices that have been placed in…

Sunday, 05 September 2021 05:48

How you speak to someone is more important than what you say

If you want to be heard, it isn't what you say but how you say it that matters. These three steps will make sure your message lands Do you say whatever is on your mind without giving it much thought? Do you express the emotions you're feeling, including anger and frustration, in whatever way those feelings arise in that moment? It makes sense. You want to communicate something you are thinking or feeling to another person or group of people. So why couch it? Why not just say it like it is? In theory, we should be able to express…

Saturday, 04 September 2021 05:39

Menopause: A challenging time for women - Adeyemi Maxwell

Menopause is not only the cessation of monthly menstrual cycles characterised by “hot flushes” in women, but it is a condition that can affect many body physiologies of women. For some women, they are only affected by the occasional hot flushes, while for others, they can suffer debilitating psychological and physical symptoms. The experience can even be so disturbing that many may not realize their problems are menopausal. This developmental milestone in women often present between 45-55 years of age, but in some women, it may come as early as 38 years while some may come later than 55 years.…

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