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If you’ve ever walked through quiet residential streets in Japan, you may have noticed clear plastic water bottles lined up near fences, garden edges, or walls. While they may seem like forgotten trash or leftovers from a picnic, these bottles are placed intentionally — as cat deterrents known as nekoyoke. Despite Japan’s affection for cats,…

While his wife was expecting their third child, the heroic NYPD officer who was shot and killed in Monday’s horrific shooting in Manhattan was working a second job in private security.   On Monday, a shooter carrying an M4 assault weapon was spotted close to a midtown Manhattan office building that contains the NFL and…

Empathetic and sensitive people often feel emotionally overwhelmed because they unknowingly absorb the moods and energy of those around them. This can lead to unexplained fatigue, anxiety, or sadness. The good news? You can guard yourself. Here are five simple, effective strategies to stop soaking up negativity from others: 1. Know What Emotions Are Truly…

Meteorologists are issuing urgent warnings as a massive super storm is expected to hit the United States, bringing catastrophic flooding and severe weather conditions. Forecast models predict heavy rainfall, powerful winds, and potential tornadoes across multiple states, with some areas likely to experience record-breaking downpours. Authorities are urging residents in low-lying and coastal regions to…

One summer evening, as you close the shutters, a small green silhouette comes on the doorstep… A frog! A little amazed, you wonder what this could mean. Simple coincidence or sheltered message? What if these unusual appearances in our homes have more to tell us than meets the eye? It could well be a positive…

A massive magnitude 8.8 earthquake struck off the coast of Russia Tuesday, sparking tsunami w:arnings in Hawaii and Alaska and alerts for other areas of the West Coast. The earthquake took place about 85 miles off the east coast of Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula with a depth of nearly 12 miles, as per the U.S. Geological…

In this article, we want to introduce you all the many properties of rue and how to get the most out of it. This dry-zone plant is aromatic, with yellow-green leaves and small flowers, and adapts well to the Mediterranean climate. It’s existed in many homes and gardens because its strong scent repels insects. For…

Is your washing machine making a deafening racket during the spin cycle—so loud it sounds like it might blast off into orbit? Does it shake so violently that you’re worried it might walk out of the laundry room? Don’t worry—this is a common problem, and in many cases, you won’t need to call in a…