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Trees have been humankind’s best friend, as they have provided us with shade, fruits, wood and the most important oxygen. Trees play an important role in sustaining various forms of life and they are also relevant in terms of aesthetics. Without trees, the world would cease to exist, as we know it now. The importance of trees is even more …

Planning a vacation or business trip? If you are, it’s always better to know as much as you can about the place you are visiting. In addition to learning the local culture and tradition and a smattering of the local language, it’s also good to be aware of the crime rate at that location. This could be very useful, as …

Air travel is one of the safest ways to travel, as fatality rate is quite low. We do see planes falling off the sky, hitting a mountain, crashing into a building and dropping into the ocean. However, such cases are rare, especially when we compare it proportionately to the total number of successful flights. As per recent data, the ratio …

While existing laws in most parts of the world do not permit polygyny (man marrying several women), it was quite commonplace in the ancient world. Even in modern times, there are several communities in the world that allow men to have more than one wife. This is quite surprising, especially considering the fact that raising even a small family is …

We often come across photographs and videos of animals with tears in their eyes. The objective is usually to share the message that even animals have the ability to experience pain and suffering. Such pictorials urge us to be kind to animals and not do anything that might harm them. While it’s true that animals can experience pain, do they …

Humanity has progressed into 21st century, where our society has been significantly transformed with technology advancements. Over the years, we have also witnessed a significant change in how governments are selected and their functioning. However, even with these notable developments, it’s surprising to see that there are countries that are still ruled by kings, queens, emperors and sultans. Such titles …

Businesses spend millions of dollars in creating and nurturing brands and it’s their right to be rewarded for their efforts. However, ask any top brand and they will tell you that the problem of counterfeits and pirated products pose a significant challenge to their revenue growth and profitability. It is estimated that counterfeiting and piracy is the biggest criminal ecosystem …

It’s true that large countries such as Russia, US, China, Australia, Canada, etc. are the real movers and shakers of the world. These countries have huge economies and occupy large areas, which is why they are among the most powerful nations in the world. However, our world is full of diversity, which is why we also have countries that are …

Suicide is a global phenomenon and is not limited to any particular community, country, or socio-economic status. There are various reasons why people commit suicide, some of which are financial distress, loss of a loved one, breakup, terminal illness, conviction in a crime, bullying, discrimination, etc. Mental health issues such as bipolar disorder, depression, substance use disorders, psychosis and post-traumatic …

It’s usually not appreciated to talk about the color of a person, as the topic tends to allude towards things like racism. However, that cannot erase the fact that fair skin does come across as more attractive in comparison to other skin tones such as black and brown. So, why do people, especially men, prefer a fair skin tone? Is …