Physicians are well-paid professionals. However, they also have many responsibilities, including paying large amounts of student loans, taxes, and other living expenses. Also, because doctors earn their money during their lifetime, their net worth often does not reflect what one would expect, given their income. What are the doctor’s expenses? We’ve all heard the rich doctor story. Someone… Read More »
Key facts Overview Asthma is a chronic lung disease affecting people of all ages. It is caused by inflammation and muscle tightening around the airways, which makes it harder to breathe. Symptoms can include coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath and chest tightness. These symptoms can be mild or severe and can come and go over time. Although asthma… Read More »
In 2011, I wrote an article for the Small Farms Quarterly about “Livestock Guardian Dogs.” In the past nine years I gained many additional insights and had new experiences, which I want to share in this new article. A heavy loss of lambs, caused by a desperate and mangy coyote, made me consider using a livestock guardian dog.… Read More »
Biological Miracle: Human Foot There are 26 bones in each foot a total of 52 bones in both feet. They make up more than a quarter of the total 206 bones in the human body, all packed under the ankle. This bone density plays an important role in enabling the complex movements that allow us to walk,… Read More »
The Bajau, also called the Sea Gypsies or Sea Nomads, have lived on the waters off the coasts of Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines for centuries. Their floating homes keep them connected to the sea at all times, though their distance from the mainlands also keep them disconnected them from modern civilization. Perhaps, this divide is part of what allows them to… Read More »
Mohammed, a 17-year-old handsome Arab student, recently passed away in a tragic traffic accident. The school administration, unaware of his death, sent a notice to Mohammed’s father a few days later, stating: “Your child has not been attending school for several days. We kindly request you to provide a valid reason for his absence so that we may… Read More »
Whether you’re crashing with a friend for convenience, invited for a leisurely stay at a cousin’s summer home, or headed to your future in-laws’ place for the first overnight visit, house guest etiquette matters. And if you’ve ever hosted family or friends for an extended stay, you know just how refreshing a well-behaved, respectful, game, and grateful house… Read More »
Loading of Aircraft with Cargo Description Safe operation of aircraft requires all hold cargo and baggage to be weighed (or an accurate estimate of weight provided by using “standard” values), it must be loaded correctly and secured to prevent movement in flight. Loading should be in full accordance with the generally applicable regulations and limitations, the operators loading… Read More »
In today’s fast-paced world, maintaining optimal health and cognitive function is essential. Incorporating superfoods into your diet can provide the nutrients your body and mind need to thrive. These nutrient-dense foods are packed with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and other beneficial compounds that promote overall well-being. Here are eight superfoods to help you power up your body and mind.… Read More »
The other day I was having coffee and catching up with a friend I hadn’t seen in over a year when he asked me this question: “Do you regret leaving Google?” I had made the decision to quit my job two years ago, and I did it because I was fed up with the corporate world and was… Read More »