We all know that listening to music can (sometimes drastically) affect our moods and feelings. Classical music has been scientifically proven to help reduce stress and increase concentration. But the affects of music don’t end at our moods–they have the power to affect our health, cognitive function, athletic performance, and yes, …
Did you know that anxiety disorders are the most common type of mental illnesses in America? Nearly 20% of the adult population (ages 18 and over) are affected by some form of anxiety disorder. Because these types of mental illnesses are so widespread, there is a very good possibility …
If you’re anything like us, our days can’t happen without caffeine–and especially Diet Coke. Besides the quick pick-me-up, Diet Coke’s refreshing flavor and bubbles are practically addicting. Looks like we aren’t the only ones, either. Did you know that there are over 1.7 billion servings of Coca-Cola sold every day? Our …
In a rare glimpse into the life of the “Old Order” Amish, BBC America was able to find a family willing to risk excommunicaion by agreeing to be filmed. Old Order Amish couple Miriam and David want to spread their message to the ‘outside world’ and let us take an …
We all know that the standards of beauty in today’s society are outrageous, to say the least. With the help of airbrushing, re-touching and a very healthy dose of Photoshop, it’s hard not to feel pressured to look a certain way. In this eye-opening video, the CollegeHumor team exposes just how …
Toyota is at it again! The team famous for the eco-conscious Prius is currently in testing of another advancement for their electronic fleet–wireless charging. This video demonstrates the Toyota team in a very early stage of testing for the new system. So how does it work? “The new technology allows …
“They” say that time is money. Or love, depending on who you talk to. But what if all the time in your life was broken down? Here, the average lifespan of someone–approximately 28,835 days–is counted out into one giant pile of jellybeans. As piles are removed to represent time …
Kyrgyzstan (formerly known as Kirghizia) is a Russian country located in Central Asia that has one traditional custom that has been causing serious controversy. Here “bride kidnapping,” while technically illegal, is a widely practiced phenomenon, in which young men abduct a woman of their choosing–oftentimes complete strangers—and take them to …
Here, Bulldog puppy “Chunk,” just got a brand new bed from his humans–and he couldn’t be happier about it. Watch as this little guy races around in excitement, even taking a tumble or two. This happy puppy is just too cute to handle!
What exactly is Avant Garde? Call them what you will, but these 16 Avant Garde hairstyles are definitely eye-catching. According to Google, the term Avant Garde can mean one of two things. First: “new and unusual or experimental ideas, especially in the arts, or the people introducing them.” Or, second: “favoring …
