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Why is cinnamon the "spice of kings"?

Two millennia ago, in his “Naturalis historia” (a 37-volume natural history encyclopedia), Pliny the Elder claimed that cinnamon was worth more than its weight in gold and silver.

  • Aug 06, 2026 10:00

Has science finally found the antidote to endless scrolling on social media?

Instead of passively scrolling—which soothes a craving without ever truly satisfying it—it’s better to channel that energy and direct it toward exploring topics that spark genuine passion within us.

  • Aug 04, 2026 15:09

What science teaches us about happiness: 5 habits to transform your daily life

Is happiness a state of mind, a feeling that comes and goes? Modern psychology debunks this common misconception and proves that it's the very tangible result of a well-structured daily routine.

  • Jul 28, 2026 07:03

Goodbye pajamas: 3 great reasons to sleep naked, according to science

Scientists agree: ditching your pajamas to sleep in the nude offers numerous health benefits.

  • Jul 26, 2026 09:04

"Sleep tourism": when vacations mean sleep

As summer holidays make their big comeback, “sleep tourism” is emerging as a major trend among travelers seeking a break.

  • Jul 24, 2026 09:07

It doesn’t take much to feel good: The Korean secret to happiness

There’s a word Koreans use to describe simple, everyday happiness—the kind that doesn’t depend on extraordinary achievements or events. It’s “sohwakhaeng,” which literally means “small, certain happiness.”

  • Jul 22, 2026 12:00

This summer, step away from screens and rediscover the joy of reading

Screens are everywhere, eating away at a huge chunk of our free time. The result? Reading has plummeted to its lowest level in ten years.

  • Jul 22, 2026 09:15

Making ovaries more flexible: a promising approach to extending fertility

A team of Chinese researchers has identified one of the major causes of declining fertility: the aging of the ovaries themselves.

  • Jul 20, 2026 07:39

Doing nothing in South Korea is officially recognized as a sport

In South Korea, there’s a competition that, at first glance, seems like a joke but actually says a lot about us, our times, and how we approach work. It’s called the “space-out competition.”

  • Jul 19, 2026 10:00

Is this the end of horse-drawn carriages in Rome? City Hall wants to convince coachmen to switch to taxis

Farewell to Rome’s historic “botticelle” (tourist horse-drawn carriages): 15 coachmen have agreed to switch to taxis under an agreement with the city.

  • Jul 13, 2026 09:21