Licorice root has a long history of use in traditional medicine across cultures, from ancient Chinese practices to home remedies passed down through generations. Known for its sweet, earthy flavor, licorice is more than just a tasty ingredient—it offers a range of medicinal benefits when consumed responsibly and in moderation. One of the most common…
It began as any other weekend side project would. Mostly word-of-mouth, I operate a small detailing business out of my garage. A man named Troy called me one Saturday morning and asked if I could give an ancient Ford F-150 a quick clean. claimed that he couldn’t return for some time because he had left…
At first glance, this image looks like nothing more than a bunch of black and white horizontal lines. It’s clean, it’s geometric—and totally deceiving. But hidden within those stripes lies a number. Not drawn out in bold digits, not highlighted with color. Just subtly, stealthily embedded using spacing and alignment tricks. It’s the kind of…
On November 8th, 1935, a little boy was born who would later become, arguably, the most handsome man of his time. Alain was born in a suburb of Paris, about 80 kilometers from Notre Dame Cathedral. His mother worked as a pharmacist. However, when his father opened a cinema hall, his mother took a job…
Fans around the world are reeling after a heartbreaking announcement from the family of Randy Travis, the beloved country music icon whose unmistakable voice and inspirational comeback have touched millions. At 66 years old, Travis is once again at the center of urgent health concerns, according to a statement released just moments ago from Nashville….
As the sun warmed our backs, Lily and I arrived at Melissa’s family’s Fourth of July barbecue. The moment felt monumental—after years of pain and healing, Lily, now fifteen, stood tall in a summer dress with her facial scar fully visible. Three years ago, she had shattered a mirror in shame. Now she was done…
When we lose someone close, we feel overwhelmed. Sadness and grief settle in our heart and the thought of never seeing that person again can be unbearable. However, despite these feelings and the urge to kiss the person whom we lost, a doctor from Moldova, Dr. Viktor Ivanovik, shares the risks associated with kissing someone deceased….
**Milwaukee Mourns Fallen Officer Kendall Corder** The Milwaukee community gathered in solemn tribute this weekend for Officer Kendall Corder, who died June 29 from injuries sustained in an ambush shooting while on duty. The 32-year-old officer served with the Milwaukee Police Department for six years before his tragic death. **The Fatal Ambush** On June 26,…
Note: we are republishing this story which originally made the news in November 2023. In an exciting breakthrough for wildlife conservation, ecologists at Mt. Gibson Wildlife Sanctuary in Australia recently made a remarkable discovery: the first-ever baby western quolls have been born at the sanctuary. This unexpected find occurred during a routine survey when researchers…
Note: we are republishing this story which originally made the news in January 2019. A giraffe in South Africa’s Kruger National Park is grabbing headlines after being spotted with an unusual condition that made it look like it was slowly turning into a tree. Photos of the giraffe reveal its neck covered in rough, bark-like…