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What is omotenashi, the Japanese art of hospitality?
In some cultures, being well at home is all about making sure that others feel well when visiting, by welcoming them in the right way. In Japan, for …
8 months, 3 weeks ago
What is the Fermi paradox?
Have you ever felt tiny when contemplating the vast, 14-billion-year-old universe? Maybe you’ve wondered, “Is there another form of intelligence out …
8 months, 3 weeks ago
How can I save money on my gas bill?
As of 1st July 2023, UK energy regulator Ofgem brought the energy price cap down to £2,074, a significant fall from the previous price guarantee of £…
8 months, 3 weeks ago
Who are the main victims of natural disasters?
Natural disasters lead to damaged property, loss of life, psychological trauma, displaced individuals and families, among other consequences. Accordi…
8 months, 3 weeks ago
What do I need to know before getting a tattoo?
A 2022 YouGov study suggested that 26% of British people have at least one tattoo, a statistic which reflects just how the perception of tattoos has …
8 months, 3 weeks ago
Sleep divorce: is it a good idea to sleep in separately?
Sleeping next to your partner can be comforting, but it also means dealing with snoring, night sweats, or fighting for space on a too-small mattress.…
8 months, 3 weeks ago
Why do we change clocks twice per year?
“Spring forward, fall back” goes the saying; that’s right - today, Sunday the 27th of October 2024, saw the clocks go back an hour, meaning it gets d…
8 months, 3 weeks ago
How can I tell if I’m at risk of ‘quiet firing’?
Whereas quiet quitting is all about employees sticking to doing the bare minimum, quiet firing is kind of the opposite. It’s when an employer nudges …
8 months, 3 weeks ago
What are umbrella species?
Within an ecosystem there are many different species, and it can be difficult for conservationists to come up with specific strategies to protect eve…
9 months ago
Will ChatGPT replace Google?
The ChatGPT AI chatbot has grabbed a lot of attention since it was released in December 2022. GPT stands for generative Pre-trained transformer, and …
9 months ago