It’s hard to beat a solid hamburger any day of the week, but it never hurts to spice things up a bit and add a few unusual toppings to a fairly great setup. One great recipe for this is an Aussie-style burger, which sees the traditional burger and adds egg and pineapple as well as…
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Many have been in this situation—person comes home from work only to find an adult songbird in the bushes that doesn’t try to fly away. Any non-fledgling bird that doesn’t immediately fly off likely needs help, because it’s either injured or sick and has to be taken to a licensed, nearby wildlife rehabilitator. While it…
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While there has been an influx of beekeepers joining the fray to both help honeybees and make a living selling honey and other bee products, it’s safe to say that the majority of beekeepers in the industry are in their 60s or 70s. This begs the question of who’s going to take up the mantle…
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Just as the honey industry has helped other economies grow significantly, South Africa’s honey industry is expected the grow in the next year, per industry experts. In the event that a new business model and structural approach is enacted, South Africa could see its honey industry grow to well over 20 billion rand, or 1.4…
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When people have headaches or feel sick, they tend to view the world differently to a degree, often developing what is called a “cognitive bias” in how they make decisions. In this instance, a person’s cognitive bias, defined as a systematic error in thought affecting the judgments and decisions people make, could lead them to…
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As we begin transitioning from warmer weather and into winter temperatures, known to be less than friendly when it comes to honeybees and their numbers, concerns from beekeepers about their colonies’ chances of survival are greater than ever. Out in Amherst, Massachusetts, several bee experts from the University of Massachusetts are contributing to the efforts…
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When you’re looking for something sweet to sink your teeth into that’s not overly loaded with sugar, these Manuka honey and peanut butter oat bars are definitely the way to go! The mixing of peanut butter and banana, a combo that rarely ever fails, not only creates a great taste, but it also makes every…
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When deciding if you’re ready to raise baby ducks on your farm or in your backyard—or in your apartment after watching too many Friends reruns, though it’s probably bad idea—there are quite a few things to consider before diving in. First and foremost, experience with any kind of poultry will go a long way toward…
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After the devastation wrought by Hurricane Irma in the Caribbean and the mainland United States, with Florida in particular, many people likely never suspected they would have to deal with the problem of honeybees moving into their home after evacuating and later returning. However, despite how seemingly unusual it is, both exterminators and bee removal…
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For the past ten years, Asian hornets, which are predatory insects that currently have widespread, expanding populations, have effectively invaded sections of both Europe and the Korean Peninsula. This particular type of hornet, or Vespa velutina as its scientific name designates, has been mounting quite the reputation, specifically as a rapidly proliferating species that preys…
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Jessica Kahawaty, who was the second runner-up for Miss World 2012, is more than a pretty face—the Lebanese Australian beauty queen is also a model, TV host, charity worker, lawyer, and the most recent big name to open and close the Kookai Runway. All in all, Kahawaty, 29, may be considered an overachiever but with…
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For Victoria Beckham, the former Spice Girl and now internationally recognized businesswoman and fashion designer, her Instagram page has become a sort of go-to place for health tips. During this past week, she shelled out another that has brought a few health experts into the mix to either confirm or deny the legitimacy of her…
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If you’re looking for something different or even unusual, this recipe for Manuka honey yogurt raita over tandoori chicken is a great place to start! Using Manuka honey in multiple fashions, this dish brings a healthy dose of protein alongside incredibly blended spices and surprisingly complementary elements, such as the Greek yogurt and the spicy…
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Considering how adventurous or even fearless dogs can be, there’s a strong likelihood yours will get an injury at least once in their life. Dogs typically love exploring the world uninhibited, but there are plenty of things out in the world that can be harmful for a dog, so it’s good to prepare for such things…
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Inside a vacant house set for demolition in Edgartown, Massachusetts, one of the first things people could hear upon entering the abandoned residence was the sound of a faint hum, despite the lack of running electronics in the building. This is according to Geoff Gibson, who owns Gibson Landscaping—the company hired to demolish the house.…
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