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Afrodi sat on the very edge of her seat. They were here, they were finally here. Like the rest of her team, her eyes were glued to the full-wall screen. Venus: the final frontier.Not that the public thought that, of course: completely uninhabitable was completely uninteresting. Afrodi couldn’t disagree more. She’d been enamoured with Venus ever since childhood, staring up at it through her mum’s telescope. A perfect, rose-tinted disk. She’d loved the constellations, loved the other planets, but none had captured her like Venus. She felt drawn to it.As a teen, Afrodi had observed the public’s obsession with Mars.…
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EatingWell editors share bold Thanksgiving opinions, from the turkey to the veggie side dishes.The editorial staff is split on pumpkin pie but agree that Thanksgiving lunch beats dinner.Extra hot takes include pro-homemade cranberry sauce and lumpy mashed potatoes. Thanksgiving is the most anticipated foodie holiday of the year. This is thanks to the traditional spread of comforting dishes and the way it brings families together through a broken wishbone and Turkey Trots. But we all have varying opinions on this delicious day—especially regarding what deserves to be on the dinner table. So I asked EatingWell’s incredible editorial team what their…
I swear I light up every time I talk about my Oura ring. It’s been like a road map to better sleep, and I’ve seen the impact in every aspect of my life. Whether you’re hoping to improve your own well-being or snag a very early unforgettable holiday gift, this ring is the ultimate sleep and longevity hack.
Coconut water is arguably one of nature’s most perfect refreshments. For thousands of years, people have consumed this sweet, clear liquid. Today, modern science validates the ancient belief that it is far more than just a tropical drink. This guide explains everything, from its scientific origin inside the fruit to why your favorite bottle might suddenly appear pink. We will cover the taste, the science, and the best ways to enjoy this incredible natural beverage. What Exactly Is Coconut Water? Coconut water is a clear, slightly sweet liquid. It is the natural fluid found in the hollow center of young,…
Broccoli is one of the world’s most popular and versatile vegetables, making it a staple in countless healthy diets. It offers an incredible blend of quick preparation, high nutritional content, and adaptability to almost any cuisine or cooking method. When cooked properly, its flavor transforms from mild and slightly bitter to nutty, sweet, and perfectly tender-crisp. Many beginners wonder, “How to cook broccoli” in a way that avoids the dreaded soggy texture. This is the definitive guide to mastering this cruciferous vegetable, detailing 15 easy methods from quick microwave steaming to perfect air frying. Whether you are cooking fresh, raw,…
Two conversations have stayed with me over the past 25 years. Around 2001, a European Union official in Beijing — where I was then a UK diplomat — told a group of us that the reason countries such as Germany, France and the United Kingdom were allowing technology transfer to China was to see a day when the nation could return the favour. And, in 2017 in Austria, a retired UK security official stated wearily that if there was one constant in policymaking towards China, it was to perpetually be five to ten years behind the times.How China can become…
Get ready to whisk, roll and bake your way into the holiday spirit with our Christmas cookie recipes. These sweets are so good, they’ll become part of your yearly baking traditions. With bold flavors like our Raspberry-Lemon Crinkle Cookies and Ginger Molasses Cookies, these cookies are a festive delight for everyone. Love these recipes? Join MyRecipes to save them all with one click. It’s so easy—and free! Lingonberry Linzer Plätzchen (German Lingonberry Linzer Cookies) William Dickey These tasty Linzer cookies are inspired by Linzer torte, an Austrian dessert featuring a nutty, jam-filled pastry with a lattice-designed top. Depending on the…
David Oliver, consultant in geriatrics and acute general medicineBerkshiredavidoliver372{at}googlemail.comFollow David on Twitter @mancunianmedicThe case for a greater focus on medical “expert generalists” in the NHS has been in the health policy news recently. The NHS England diagnostic review of postgraduate medical training, which I discussed in my last BMJ column,1 was clear on the need for more doctors with good generalist skills, to reflect the reality that our ageing population has a growing number of people with multiple long term conditions. Chris Whitty, lead coauthor of that report and chief medical officer for England, made a similar case in his…
Regaining weight after stopping a GLP-1 medication is a commonly reported side effect — but going off the drug may also result in the loss of other health improvements, as well.New clinical trial analysis of the SURMOUNT-4 trial found that a majority of people who stopped taking tirzepatide (marketed for weight loss under the brand name Zepbound) not only gained back at least 25 percent of weight lost on the drug — they also experienced a significant reversal of its heart and metabolic benefits.[1]“These findings further cement the idea that GLP-1 medications are meant to be taken indefinitely, just like…