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A Microbiologist Explains Just How Nasty Hot Tubs Can Get
For many centuries we have bathed in communal waters. Sometimes for cleanliness but more often for pleasure. Indeed, in ancient Greece, baths were taken in freshwater, or sometimes the sea – which was thought of as a sacred place dedicated to local gods and so was considered an act of worship. But it was the…
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Can Beetroot Really Improve My Athletic Performance?
Beetroot is gaining popularity as a performance-enhancer for athletes and those wanting to gain a competitive advantage in running and cycling. Some people juice beetroot, some eat it, others mix up a drink from the powdered form. But will it make a noticeable difference on how quickly we run a race or cycle up a…
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We Need to Chat: How to Combat Valentine’s Day Loneliness as a Single
Listen up: You don’t need a romantic relationship to feel fulfilled on February 14.
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‘The Whale’ Taps Into Our Fear of Fatness, Exploiting It for Horror
Editor’s note: This article contains plot spoilers for “The Whale.” I knew before seeing “The Whale” that it was a movie about a man named Charlie who weighs over 600 pounds, is grief-stricken over the death of his partner, and is effectively trapped in his apartment due to his weight. I also knew that “The…