The rare black iceberg was first spotted off the coast of Canada by Halur Antoniussen, a fisherman aboard the trawler Saputi. He shared a photo of the mysterious iceberg on social media, a sight few people are lucky enough to see even once in their lifetime. Antoniussen expressed his amazement at the iceberg’s color and shape. The image quickly caught the attention of glaciologists from Memorial University of Newfoundland, who shed some light on this natural wonder.
Icebergs Come in More Colors …

How do they manage this? The secret lies in their unique products, dietary restrictions, and mental traditions.
A Country Without Obesity: Tips from Japanese Centenarians
With their slim bodies, smooth skin, shiny hair, and bright eyes, the people of the Land of the Rising Sun enjoy numerous advantages, regardless of age. The foundation of Japanese cuisine consists of fish, vegetables, fruits, soy, and rice, resulting in dishes that are low in fat, sugar, and calories. Obesity is ten times less…

A team of researchers from the University of Zurich (Switzerland) has somewhat shocked the public with the results of their latest study. It turns out that the best way to cement the initial relationship between partners isn’t through a shared walk, jog, or trip to the theater. Instead, feeling mutual closeness and comfort during the early stages of a relationship is best facilitated by activities that are anything but healthy. Specifically, lounging on the couch, smoking, drinking alcohol, and…

Research shows that working at night can impair memory by 79% in middle-aged and older adults. Those who work late into the night have a higher incidence of cognitive disorders due to disruptions in their circadian rhythms, which act as the body’s biological clock.
Night Shifts Are Harmful to the Brain
Previous studies have established that shift work significantly impacts health. This includes any work schedule that falls outside the traditional 9-to-5 hours.
The research team analyzed data fr…

However, a 45-year study by researchers at the University of Jyväskylä in Finland has shown that excessive activity may actually accelerate aging. More importantly than physical exercise is the overall lifestyle.
For decades, we’ve been told that regular physical activity is crucial for preventing early death. It turns out, this was just a myth.
How the Study Was Conducted
The research team believes that examining the link between exercise and longevity is somewhat misleading. The issue isn’t w…

A team of researchers from Nottingham Trent University in the UK has uncovered several benefits of spending time with dogs, primarily highlighting a reduction in stress and anxiety. And that’s just the beginning.
How the Study Was Conducted
Using electroencephalograms (EEG), the researchers measured the brain activity of 30 healthy individuals while they interacted with a dog. The participants included 15 men and 15 women aged 20 and older.
Volunteers engaged with a well-trained and friendly fo…