Hotter And Hotter: 11th Consecutive Month Of Record Temperatures
As world leaders signed the historic Paris Accord last week, committing to limit the rise in global temperatures to 2 degrees Celsius, March marked the 11th consecutive month of record-setting global temperatures. Climate scientists emphasize that the month-to-month change isn't as important as overall trends — hence comparing March this year to March last year and the year before...
19 Trails To Hike Before You Die
“The bad news is time flies. The good news is you’re the pilot.” — Michael Altshuler In my eyes, there’s nothing more rewarding than a scenic hike. As you walk past miles of greenery, encountering all of the great outdoors’ best-kept secrets, you can't help but feel alive. Nature is both serene and powerful, delivering a wide range of immediate...
Made In USA, Sold For Big $$$ In China
“Bigger is better” may be the new motto for car enthusiasts in China when the American-built Ford F-150 Raptor debuts in the country next year. According to Ford, the Raptor will be modified from the American version to appeal to Chinese drivers who want to grab attention on the street. The trucks, made in Dearborn, Mich. near Detroit, will Chinese...
ISIL On The Ropes?
The carnage caused by the group known as the Islamic State has garnered headlines and stirred outrage in most of the civilized world. The recent attacks in Paris and Brussels have highlighted the West’s vulnerability, and challenged policymakers to devise an effective response. A central task has emerged: how to defuse the threat that the terror organization represents, without...
22 Really Cool Baseball Facts That You Probably Don’t Know
Ah, baseball, the all American game. Although most people have an appreciation for the sport, others really, really dig it! Here are some cool baseball facts that even the most die-hard fan may not know! Abner Doubleday did not invent the game Ask most people who Abner Doubleday was, and the reply is, “He invented baseball.” That’s not the case. He...
Where Would You Go On Your Dream Vacation?
Humans are dreamers. Everyone has a dream car, a dream house, a dream job. And most likely, a dream vacation — the trip of a lifetime. You plan it out, make a list of all your expenses, compare the numbers, wish you were in a higher tax bracket, and laugh it off as another unattainable fantasy. Maybe you share...
Greenpeace Leaked Documents Exposing Potential Worldwide Crisis
Greenpeace Netherlands released Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) documents, creating much-needed transparency. The treaty threatens to have sweeping implications on the environment and almost a billion citizens in the European Union (EU) and the United States. Do you know what the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership is? If you haven’t heard about the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP),...
Meditate, Then Coffee
Good morning! Get rid of that Monday-morning feeling and perk up. Here are two fabulous things to add to your morning routine that will make your whole day run smoother. Who knew it was so easy! Meditate first to clear your mind Would you like to wake up in the morning with a calm mind? When your mind is calm, your...
4 Muscle-Building Smoothies
Nutrient-dense smoothies nourish your body on a cellular level — they take little time to make, and you’ll feel the results fast! Electrolyte imbalance and dehydration can cause the skeletal muscles to cramp and slow the recovery process after strenuous exercise. These smoothies contain some great superfoods: greens that contain calcium and vitamin K; fruit and vegetables packed with electrolytes;...
Missing Tortoise Found After 30 Years
Losing a family pet can be a traumatic experience, whether that pet is big or small, furry or scaly, finned or shelled. In 1982, this saddening event befell the Almeida family of Realengo, Brazil, when their pet Manuela, a red-footed tortoise, went missing. When the Almeida family lost Manuela, their home was undergoing renovations. Because the family could not find...
