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How does viagra work?
Ever since it hit the market, the little blue pill known as viagra has transformed the sex lives of millions of couples around the world. Viagra was …
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How does FOFO lead to late medical diagnoses?
Have you ever felt anxious about going to see the doctor? Maybe the thought of a needle or having a tooth pulled makes you tense. Well that's pretty …
8 months, 1 week ago
What’s the point of flight mode?
Those are no doubt familiar instructions if you’ve ever taken a plane. Today's topic is one that has been a part of our digital lives for quite some …
8 months, 1 week ago
Is putting on less heating a way to save money and be healthier?
The average British household usually puts on their central heating by October 24, according to British Gas. But this year, thanks to soaring energy …
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Are budget food brands really worth the savings they offer?
In September 2023, UK consumer watchdog Which published research showing just how much cheaper budget brands can be. One striking example was the pri…
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How does the Matthew Effect help us understand class inequalities?
“The rich get richer and the poor get poorer”, the saying goes. And there’s actually a name for that phenomenon: the Matthew Effect. The term was fir…
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Why do prices always end in .99?
£2.99 for biscuits, £6.99 for moisturiser, £49.99 for a mixer. In shops, one small detail stands out: price tags overwhelmingly end in 99.
It’s eye-…
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What is the third state of existence between life and death?
In some religions, people believe in reincarnation or an afterlife, but in medicine, life is generally considered to end when the heart stops beating…
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Why are four leaf clovers considered lucky?
You’ve most likely heard of this plant before, and seen one if you were lucky! Maybe you’ve even tried to find one in a field or a garden. The four l…
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What is a vertiport?
All week long, we’re looking into 10 new terms and concepts that are certain to be on everyone’s lips in 2023! Flying vehicles have long been imagine…
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