Amenorrhea is the medical term for the absence of menstruation. It can occur naturally in certain life stages, such as before puberty, during pregnancy, and after menopause. However, when menstruation stops unexpectedly or fails to start at the expected age, it may indicate an underlying health issue. While some causes are temporary and harmless, others...

A high school teacher set out to simulate a dictatorship in her classroom, aiming to demonstrate the mechanics and dangers of totalitarian regimes as part of her curriculum on George Orwell’s 1984. Traditionally, this experiment involves assuming the role of a dictator, enforcing rigid rules and procedures under the pretense of an evidence-based strategy designed...

Archaeologists at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (JBER) in Alaska made an extraordinary discovery—a food storage cache dating back nearly 1,000 years. The find was made during routine excavations conducted by Northern Land Use Research Alaska in collaboration with JBER. The pit, buried deep in the permafrost near Upper Cook Inlet, had been remarkably well preserved, offering...

Every day, we make choices about what to eat, but few realize that these decisions can be life or death. Poor nutrition is now a leading cause of illness, fueling heart disease, diabetes, and obesity-related complications. The modern diet is filled with foods that are high in unhealthy fats, excessive sugars, and artificial ingredients, slowly...

Staying healthy in 2025 means cutting through the noise and focusing on evidence-based practices. With new trends emerging every year, it’s important to know which ones might do more harm than good. Below are 10 health and wellness fads to avoid this year, complete with in-depth explanations and advice on how to steer clear of...

Heart attacks are typically associated with blocked arteries and sudden chest pain, but there’s a lesser-known type that often goes undetected: MINOCA. MINOCA stands for Myocardial Infarction with Non-Obstructive Coronary Arteries. It’s sometimes referred to as “The Heart Attack You Didn’t See Coming” because it occurs even when major blockages are absent. This article takes...

Recent research has revealed a strong connection between sleep patterns in middle age and the risk of developing dementia later in life. The study emphasizes that achieving the right amount of sleep is not just about feeling rested—it may be a crucial factor in maintaining brain health as you age. This research provides hope and...

A headache on the top of your head can feel strange and frustrating, especially if it seems to come out of nowhere. While headaches are common, the specific location of the pain can give clues about what’s causing it. From stress and dehydration to sleep problems and nerve issues, several factors could be triggering discomfort...

For centuries, humanity has pondered one of the greatest mysteries: how did life begin on Earth? Traditional theories have pointed to chemical reactions in Earth’s early oceans, deep-sea hydrothermal vents, or even lightning-sparked organic synthesis. But a stunning discovery has thrown these ideas into question. Recent studies of asteroid fragments retrieved from space have revealed...

For centuries, oxygen has been understood as a fundamental element that supports life and fuels combustion. Scientists have long believed its properties were fully explored, leaving little room for surprises. However, a recent discovery has shattered this long-standing assumption, revealing a hidden form of oxygen known as “dark oxygen.” This mysterious variant does not behave...

Space can be full of surprises, and one of the latest discoveries has caught the attention of astronomers around the world. A newly detected asteroid, known as 2023 DW, is zooming through space—and while most asteroids pass harmlessly by, this one has a 1-in-83 chance of colliding with Earth on October 2, 2032. At 196...

One of the most surprising things about turning 80 is that your inner self doesn’t feel much different than it did decades ago. While the body may slow down, the mind often stays as curious, passionate, and engaged as ever. Many people in their 80s still enjoy their favorite hobbies, have strong opinions, and feel...