Category: Feature Stories

For centuries, bread has been a symbol of nourishment, comfort, and cultural identity. Yet in an era of low‑carb diets, gluten‑free trends, and wellness influencers, this everyday staple has found itself under increasing scrutiny. Is daily bread consumption truly a problem—or is bread simply caught in the crossfire of modern nutrition debates? Bread’s Enduring Role in Daily Life Walk into any bakery and you’ll see the remarkable diversity of bread: soft white loaves, hearty rye, rustic sourdough, and dense whole‑grain varieties. This range reflects not only culinary tradition but also…

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For most people, orange juice is little more than a breakfast staple. But scientists say this seemingly harmless drink has far more profound effects on the body than we might expect. A recent study has revealed that regular orange juice consumption can alter the activity of thousands of genes in our immune cells—many of which are involved in regulating blood pressure, reducing inflammation, and controlling sugar metabolism. These processes are essential for long-term cardiovascular health. David C. Gaze, a senior lecturer in chemical pathology at the University of Westminster, explained…

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As children, our resolutions were simple: behave well, eat fewer sweets, and add more fruits and vegetables to our plates. As adults, we tend to enter the new year armed with long lists of ambitious goals—many of which dissolve before January has even ended. For 2026, perhaps the most meaningful resolution is also the simplest: don’t forget yourself. A healthier life doesn’t begin with grand gestures but with small, sustainable choices. And the foundation of those choices is how we nourish our bodies. Fueling the Body: Protein, Carbs, and Fats…

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A significant share of global cancer cases could be avoided through changes in behavior and environment, according to a new international study. The analysis, published in Nature Medicine, finds that roughly four in ten cancer diagnoses worldwide are linked to preventable risk factors — with smoking, alcohol consumption, and certain infections topping the list in 2022. Researchers estimate that 38 percent of all cancer cases globally could have been prevented. The burden is not evenly distributed: 45 percent of cancers in men are considered preventable, compared with around 30 percent…

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Manipulated ATMs remain one of the most common tricks used by fraudsters to steal money from unsuspecting passersby. The scam, known as skimming, involves criminals tampering with machines so that cash or card data is intercepted before reaching the rightful owner. The term comes from the English verb to skim, meaning “to scoop off,” which perfectly describes how attackers siphon off funds. Experts often classify skimming as a type of “man-in-the-middle” attack, since fraudsters position themselves between the bank and the customer withdrawing money. 4 Warning Signs of a Tampered…

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Your phone rings. You don’t recognize the number. Maybe it’s a delivery driver — or maybe it’s another spam call trying to sell you something you don’t need, or worse, trick you into sharing personal information. Spam calls have become a daily annoyance for millions of people worldwide. From aggressive telemarketers to sophisticated scam operations, unwanted calls are growing both in volume and in cleverness. But the good news is: there are effective ways to protect yourself. Here’s how you can stay one step ahead. Why Spam Calls Are Increasing…

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A groundbreaking discovery in Ethiopia is reshaping our understanding of human evolution. Researchers have unearthed fossils that reveal a previously unknown ancestor of humankind, dating back more than three million years. The find sheds light on a mysterious chapter in our lineage and introduces a primitive relative of the famous Australopithecus afarensis specimen known as “Lucy.” The fossils were uncovered in the Afar region of Ethiopia, an area already renowned for its rich record of early hominins. According to the team of paleoanthropologists, the newly identified species lived during the…

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Astronomers have identified a planet strikingly similar to Earth, raising hopes for future discoveries about life beyond our solar system. Researchers announced the detection of HD 137010 b, a planet whose characteristics resemble our home world more closely than many previously known celestial bodies. With a diameter only about six percent larger than Earth’s and an orbital period of 355 days, the planet’s year is almost identical to ours. A Cooler Star, a Habitable Zone HD 137010 b orbits a star that is roughly 1,000 degrees cooler than the Sun,…

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Scientists warn humanity is closer than ever to global catastrophe The symbolic Doomsday Clock has been moved forward to 85 seconds before midnight, marking the most perilous moment in its 79‑year history. The announcement came from the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, whose panel includes leading researchers and eight Nobel laureates. The clock is designed to illustrate how close humanity is to triggering a worldwide disaster. According to the scientists, the shift by four seconds reflects a growing convergence of global threats. They point to the increasingly confrontational posture of…

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