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Apple cider vinegar is a popular health tonic that is pushed as a powerhouse for health – and for good reason. The food has been used as a health tonic and miracle cure for all different types of ailments, from ACV, to upset stomach, to acne. So in what ways is apple cider vinegar beneficial to your health? Conventional vinegar products are made through fermentation and then are filtered. Most store brought vinegar is clear, distilled, and looks nothing like its raw counterpart. Filtering out and/or pasteurizing the vinegar removes or lessens the health benefits it would otherwise hold. A raw unfiltered vinegar … Continue reading →

The FBI repeatedly deceived Congress by destroying vital files relating to the assassination of Martin Luther King, a new book claims. Leading King historian Stuart Wexler said that the bureau chose to cover up the potential role of a high level informant in the killing rather than tell the truth. Wexler said that it could have been one of the greatest scandals in the history of the FBI – but now we may never know what happened. By destroying the files the FBI disobeyed a direct order not to do so from a Congressional Committee which had been set up … Continue reading →

Throughout his career, but especially in the time since President Barack Obama’s 2012 reelection, Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has revealed himself to be something most politicians are not: a terrible bullshitter. I don’t mean “terrible” in a normative sense, though he often deploys bullshit for ends that I find morally abhorrent. I mean “terrible” in the sense of lacking skill. Even if you adjust your measurements to reflect his profession (where bullshit is nearly omnipresent), Netanyahu’s phoniness is obvious. It’s a strange thing to say about the second-longest serving PM in Israel’s history, I grant, but it’s true nonetheless. … Continue reading →

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Parents often agonize over what names they give their children; they may be trying to spare their child from cruel schoolyard rhymes or attempting to connect their being to a meaningful symbol or place. But a new video is bringing to light key research which indicates that the names we are given at birth can actually have even more long-term affects on our lives than you may think – from our choice of profession to where we end up in the world. In fact, this research even suggests that we may not have much real control over our own life decisions … Continue reading →

Although Russian President Putin has worked to form a strong and lasting partnership with Washington – in fields as diverse as fighting terrorism and exploring outer space – the spirit of goodwill and bilateral relations has not been reciprocated. US-led NATO forces continue to push inexorably towards the Russian border, while plans are in progress to build a missile defense shield in Eastern Europe, which threatens the strategic balance in the region, thereby paving the way for another arms race. At the same time, the United States and its allies have launched a number of disastrous and illegitimate wars against … Continue reading →

Magnesium is an essential macromineral that performs a huge number of important roles in the body. It is responsible for regulating enzyme reactions (including reactions that create RDN and DNA), transporting essential ions across our cell membranes, assisting in the production of ATP, and much more. All of our major organs require magnesium to function properly, and without it our bodies would spiral out of control. Despite its biological importance, however, the average person is seriously lacking in magnesium. In fact, according to the American Chiropractic Society, an estimated 68 to 80 percent of the American population suffers from a … Continue reading →

It’s hardly a surprise that Google gives us an inflated impression of our own intelligence. The search engine has the answer to every conceivable question at touch of a keyboard, turning even the most ignorant into instant boffins. But faking intelligence doesn’t have to be high-tech. Here are several other ways to look like the genius in the room. Cover up Skimpy clothing may be sexy (depending on the wearer, of course), but it will also make you look dumb. Intelligence is not associated with impressive abs or slim thighs, and studies have found that we judge both men and … Continue reading →

What are the most iconic cars ever to drive across the silver screen? Here are our top 5 films where the car became the star: (1) Lotus Esprit Series 1 – The Spy Who Loved Me The 1976 Lotus Esprit Series 1 was an instant on-screen classic in the chase sequence in Sardinia – and that was before it converted in to a submarine. Some will choose the 1964 Aston Martin DB5 driven by 007 in Goldfinger and Thunderball, but the Lotus Esprit from the Spy Who Loves Me gets our vote. (2) DeLorean DMC-12 – Back to the Future … Continue reading →

Whenever I see liberals salivating over some black guy I’ve never heard of, my first instinct is always suspicion. Call it “Obama Trauma.” When they described Neil deGrasse Tyson like he was the second coming of Christ, I suspected he might be merely mortal. Turns out, I was right. So, when some obscure South African comedian became heir to the Daily Show throne, I was convinced it was not because he had comedy chops but because he symbolized some kind of Kumbaya version of the world. The woman who hired him basically said as much. She told The Hollywood Reporter, … Continue reading →

Forget salads and crunches – a piece of string is the key to a flat stomach. A leading physiotherapist says tying a thread around the middle can remind a person to pull in their stomach muscles, giving them washboard abs. Sammy Margo, a chartered physiotherapist, says her simple string method can help people integrate abdominal exercise into their daily lives. She said: ‘Take a piece of string. Draw your abdominal muscles in all the way. ‘Release by 50 per cent and tie that piece of string at 50 per cent contraction.’ The pressure of the string will act as a … Continue reading →

The Iranians may be a bit paranoid but, as the saying goes, this does not mean some folks are not out to get them. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his knee-jerk followers in Washington clearly are out to get them – and they know it. Nowhere is this clearer than in the surreal set of negotiations in Switzerland premised not on evidence, but rather on an assumption of Iran’s putative “ambition” to become a nuclear weapons state – like Israel, which maintains a secret and sophisticated nuclear weapons arsenal estimated at about 200 weapons. The supposed threat is that Iran … Continue reading →

Few Americans seem to comprehend what is unfolding in the Middle East – with the latest conflict involving Saudi airstrikes against the Houthi rebels who now control Yemen’s capital of Sanaa. In this swirl of regional wars, it’s often not clear where the U.S. government stands and how American interests are affected. The reason for the confusion is simple: Many key pundits who get to explain what’s going on from the op-ed pages of the major U.S. newspapers and from the TV talk shows prefer that the American people don’t fully grasp what’s happening. Otherwise, the people might realize the dangers … Continue reading →

Planning your spring outdoor adventure? Try these skills and projects, even if it’s in your backyard. In fact, your backyard may be the best place to start your journey to outdoor self-reliance. Burn Stuff (Combustion) Flint and Steel Fire from One Stick Bow Drill Friction Fire Practice Making Feather Sticks (short video) Practice in wet conditions. If it ain’t raining, you ain’t training… Cut Stuff (Cutting Tool)  Ax Safety and Firewood Processing 4 Basic Ax Skills Splitting Long Logs with an Ax Axes and Kids Shelter Stuff (Cover) Four W’s – what to look for when selecting a campsite Make Your Own … Continue reading →

With Spring coming through, it’s time to start planning for that beautiful organic garden. Let’s face it; one great way to avoid the threat of genetically modified foods, pesticides, and toxic additives is to start your own organic garden. Whether you have gardened before or you will just be getting into it for the first time, below you will find a very helpful infographic with tons of information to make your experience that much easier. From choosing the right seeds to knowing where and when to plant the seeds, there are tons of bits of information to know for a successful … Continue reading →