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The characteristics that increase your chance of survival in extraordinary situations can also help you manage the daily trials of life.
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The rule of thumb is that humans can survive three minutes without air, three days without water, and three weeks without food, but there are always extraordinary cases—some have gone […]
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The people who are likely to survive against all odds are not "weekend warriors" but rather those who are persistent, prepared, organized, and calm in extreme situations.
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A conversation with the author and survival expert.
Welcome to the next iteration of Eruptions! For everyone who has never seen Eruptions before, I thought I'd start off with a little introduction. My name is Dr. Erik Klemetti, I […]
"Apple is expected to use its press conference later today to unveil new-look iPods, a revamped Apple TV and possibly a music-streaming service, according to industry observers."
"People who drink heavily live longer than those who completely abstain from alcohol, according to a new study conducted by a psychologist at the University of Texas."
Despite its social taboo, the use of hallucinogenic drugs in laboratory experiments has a robust history in the treatment of diseases like alcoholism and depression.
"Human charity is ultimately rooted in our compassionate feelings, and not in some rational, utilitarian calculations. We are not Vulcans." The Frontal Cortex on why we help want to help others.
"The men are real. The girls are cartoon." Increasing numbers of Japanese men are flocking to Atami, a city that promotes weekend date packages with one of three virtual girlfriends.
"Science fiction never imagined Google, but it certainly imagined computers that would advise us what to do." A Times Op-Ed on whether or not Google will determine our futures for us.
Life expectancy continues to climb, but why aren't we celebrating? As populations age the assumption is that their productivity declines, but we should rethink this foregone conclusion.
"How useful are global gatherings that invite great minds to share ideas and innovations in person?" From TED to Google to Aspen, organizers gather great minds to share their thoughts.
Is it true that more sensible decisions are reached by putting our heads together? Scientific American on studies that examine the effect of communication on problem solving.
"If Americans become too passive and entitled, the flames of entrepreneurial spirit will die down." Dr. Jeffrey Cornwall says new economic policy will affect our entrepreneurial culture.
There are some reports of a possible eruption in the Congo, but the details are scant
The new activity at Indonesia's Sinabung continues and now over 21,000 people have been evacuated. Meanwhile, Etna continues to rumble away, possibly towards a new eruptive cycle.
Potentially the first eruption in 400 years at Sinabung in Indonesia has prompted the evacuation of thousands on the island of Sumatra.
A quick list of the volcano news to end the week, including Galeras, Etna, Yellowstone and the anniversary of Krakatau.
Etna has its biggest explosion of the summer and more details on the ongoing activity at Galeras.