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History Lesson Tuesdays: Why Does the Bible Forbid Tattoos?

And have we been misinterpreting Leviticus? by Livia Gershon Tattoos have been around for millennia. People got them at least five thousand years ago. Today they’re common everywhere from Maori communities in New Zealand to office parks in Ohio. But in the ancient Middle East, the writers of the Hebrew Bible forbade tattooing. Per Leviticus 19:28,Continue reading “History Lesson Tuesdays: Why Does the Bible Forbid Tattoos?”

Healthcare Information Mondays: Coffee’s Brain Boosting Effect Goes Beyond Caffeine

by Megan Brooks Coffee’s ability to boost alertness is commonly attributed to caffeine, but new research suggests there may be other underlying mechanisms that explain this effect. “There is a widespread anticipation that coffee boosts alertness and psychomotor performance. By gaining a deeper understanding of the mechanisms underlying this biological phenomenon, we pave the way forContinue reading “Healthcare Information Mondays: Coffee’s Brain Boosting Effect Goes Beyond Caffeine”

True Crime Sundays: ‘Unabomber’ Ted Kaczynski dies by suicide in federal prison -June 10, 2023

by Oliver O’Connell Theodore “Ted” Kaczynski, known as the “Unabomber,” has died in federal prison aged 81, a spokesperson for the Bureau of Prisons told The Associated Press. Kaczynski was found unresponsive in his cell at 12.25am on 10 June in a federal prison in North Carolina. The cause of death was not immediately known but four peopleContinue reading “True Crime Sundays: ‘Unabomber’ Ted Kaczynski dies by suicide in federal prison -June 10, 2023”

How to Start a Story: 11 Tips From Top Editors

The opening lines of a story carry a lot of responsibility. They act as an invitation for someone who’s glanced at the first page of your book to either put it back down or keep reading.  Whether you’re just figuring out how to start a novel, or revisiting Page 1 of a first draft, here areContinue reading “How to Start a Story: 11 Tips From Top Editors”

Opioid Crisis Friday: Real Life Stories of People Affected by Opioid Usage.

The Real Life Story of Noah Noah has fond memories of his childhood and the close relationship he shared with his father, Rick. His dad lived life to the fullest and he was a loved and respected member of the beauty and personal care industry. He worked hard and enjoyed his leisure time entertaining colleaguesContinue reading “Opioid Crisis Friday: Real Life Stories of People Affected by Opioid Usage.”

Travel Thursdays: This Tiny Town in Idaho Has Incredible Hot Springs Where You Can Book Private Pools and Stay Overnight in Geodesic Domes.

by Evie Carrick These desert-bound hot springs are less than two hours from Boise, Idaho, but they feel like they’re in nowhere. In a world where travelers seek destinations and experiences off the beaten path, Miracle Hot Springs shines. The geothermal hot springs are set in the southern part of Idaho among a cluster of small towns. TheContinue reading “Travel Thursdays: This Tiny Town in Idaho Has Incredible Hot Springs Where You Can Book Private Pools and Stay Overnight in Geodesic Domes.”

The Basics; Why Arab Men Hold Hands

By Hassan M Fattah When President Bush and Crown Prince Abdullah of Saudi Arabia met in Crawford, Tex., last week, they did something very un-Texan: they walked hand in hand. Americans may raise an eyebrow at men holding hands, but in the Arab world, affection among men is common, and without sexual connotation. “Holding handsContinue reading “The Basics; Why Arab Men Hold Hands”

True Crime Sundays: Brian Kohberger broke into female student’s home and installed security cameras months before Idaho murders: report

by Evan Rosen New evidence shows that Bryan Kohberger may have infiltrated a woman’s home months before he allegedly carried out November’s slayings of four University of Idaho students, a news report says. Kohberger befriended a woman, snuck into her home and moved items around before convincing her to let him install a video security system, aContinue reading “True Crime Sundays: Brian Kohberger broke into female student’s home and installed security cameras months before Idaho murders: report”