Lots of people still think homeopathy works. Scientific studies do not support its purported efficacy. This excellent animated video by Kurzgesagt – In a Nutshell does a great job of explaining why homeopathy doesn't make sense, and also why it is so popular (over $17 billion worth of homeopathic nostrums are sold every year).
Here's the ultimate explainer video about homeopathy
Place telepathic bets with "Uber for psychics"
From Vice: Now, anyone can expedite their own extra-sensory education and test their abilities with an app called Remote Viewing Tournament, which pits contestants against each other in a psychic battle royale for cold, hard cash. Not only that, but the app's creator is running an experiment predicting stocks with users' answers to test his… READ THE REST
TikTok users just re-discovered the CIA's telepathic time travel documents
Back in 2003, the CIA de-classified the documents relating to its 1983 astral projection project, also known as the Gateway Experience. IFL Science sums it up pretty well: The technique, called the Gateway Process, is based on ideas developed by the Monroe Institute, a nonprofit organization focused on the exploration of human consciousness. The theory… READ THE REST
Trump says it's 'terrific' so many Americans have coronavirus
Outgoing, bonkers, and impeached U.S. President Donald Trump says it's "terrific" that so many Americans have gotten the coronavirus. In this clip, Trump says of the percentage of Americans who had contracted coronavirus: "I hear we're close to 15 percent. I'm hearing that, and that's terrific." Trump is referencing the notion of "herd immunity" here. READ THE REST
Babbel is a fast track to language fluency. And right now, it's over half off.
We thank our sponsor for making this content possible; it is not written by the editorial staff nor does it necessarily reflect its views. Communication is the key to, well, almost everything. Understanding and being understood is so core to the experience of life that species will do almost anything to make sure they're heard… READ THE REST
Don't wait until Prime Day to get this Apple Watch-compatible keychain charger
We thank our sponsor for making this content possible; it is not written by the editorial staff nor does it necessarily reflect its views. We know that technology can get overwhelming and is mostly very helpful, but none of your electronics can be good to you dead. Your phone is super useful daily, but it's your… READ THE REST
Start holiday shopping for Dad before Prime Day with this deal on a $20 Pocket ChainSaw
We thank our sponsor for making this content possible; it is not written by the editorial staff nor does it necessarily reflect its views. A reliable chainsaw is necessary once you become a homeowner, but it often takes a lot of effort to lift and operate. The Pocket ChainSaw is a must for anyone who needs to cut and… READ THE REST
