There’s science behind dressing your best, but we’re not talking about engineering the perfect on-trend outfit. The field of fashion psychology has shown that what we wear plays a role in our attitude, confidence levels, and mood — which means it’s far from a superficial endeavor to concern yourself with clothing. A 2012 study conducted […]
For over two decades, music fans and nature lovers have been convening in England’s scenic woodlands to dance and rock out while helping protect trees. Called Forest Live, the annual outdoor event comprised six festivals this June and July, with performances from Sting, Van Morrison, The Corrs, Anne-Marie, and more. “It’s one of the most
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Nature has inspired a wealth of beautiful poetry, and U.S. poet laureate Ada Limón is among those who frequently turn to the environment as a muse. This year, Limón is inviting the public to share in that connection with “You Are Here: Poetry in Parks,” a series of installations in a handful of the country’s
Roadwork feels a bit like a necessary evil: Streets need to be in good condition so we can drive safely, but getting stuck in traffic because a stretch of highway is closed for maintenance can be maddening. In Switzerland, engineers have addressed this issue by developing an innovative mobile bridge that enables cars to drive
The Summer Olympics are the first Olympics to celebrate full gender parity in competition. According to the International Olympic Committee, quota places were distributed equally among women and men athletes this year — a major increase from over a century ago. When women first competed in the modern Olympics at the 1900 Games in Paris,
We’ve all heard of the economic ladder, but what exactly makes it easier (or harder) to climb to a higher rung? For over a decade, Harvard University economist Raj Chetty and a team of researchers have been investigating that question. And they found a potential answer in parental employment rates. In a recent study, the
Friends: We all need them. They can lift our spirits, offer support, and give us a sense of belonging. Research suggests they’re also crucial for health and well-being — people with strong friendships tend to be happier and live longer than those without. One meta-analysis found quality social ties are even more important than diet
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Progressive retinal atrophy, or PRA, is a group of inherited diseases that lead to blindness in dogs, affecting over 100 different breeds. The progressive condition causes canines to lose their vision by age 4 or 5 and currently has no cure, but a new genetic test may be a step forward in eliminating it entirely.
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This past spring, a video of a man performing spinal manipulation on an apparently grateful giraffe went viral, introducing millions to Joren Whitley: chiropractor to the animals. If you’re just now realizing that animals can even have chiropractors, you’re in good company. Addressing that blind spot, as well as other commonly held misconceptions about his
Recommendations are independently selected by our team but may result in a commission to Nice News which helps keep our content free. With the sun out and birds chirping, it’s time to take the party outside! Picture: a game night on the deck, backyard potluck, or leisurely afternoon of eating popsicles on the porch. Sounds
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