Life expectancy rose in western Europe in 2021 but fell further in US and eastern Europe.
Health
The Beginning of the End of Weight-Loss Ads
An analysis of weight-loss ads and the impact they have on consumers, primarily women.
‘Forever Chemicals’ Are Everywhere – Here’s What You Need To Know About Them
So-called ‘forever chemicals’ are in many of the everyday products we use.
A Monthly Cloud Burst
A poem on dysmenorrhea, the medical term for painful menstrual cycles.
Body Neutrality: What It Is and How It Can Help Lead To More Positive Body Image
‘Body neutrality’ has sometimes been called the ‘middle ground’ between loving or hating your body.
‘Gutter Water’, ‘Monkey Tail’ and Smoked Faeces: New Dangers on Nigeria’s Drug Scene
People in Nigeria are creating new drugs either because they can’t afford more traditional narcotics, because they’re not controlled or because they’re strong.
Has the Pandemic Changed Our Personalities? New Research Suggests We’re Less Open and Conscientious
Covid-related changes in our personalities could go some way to explaining the widespread decrease in wellbeing.