myths Agriculture in Africa -- Telling Facts from Myths By www.ifpri.org Published On :: Fri, 29 May 2015 20:08:25 +0000 Time: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EDT Live streaming video by Ustream Presenter(s): Keynote Speakers: Chris Barrett, Cornell University | Gero Carletto, World Bank, Living Standards Measurement Study | Luc Christiaensen, World Bank | Klaus Deininger, World Bank | Makhtar Diop, World Bank Africa Region | Shenggen Fan, IFPRI | Francisco Ferreira, World Bank | Ethel Sennhauser, World Bank | Stan Wood, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Contact/RSVP: Simone Hill-Lee, s.hill-lee@cgiar.org; 202-862-8107 Location: International Food Policy Research Institute 2033 K Street, NW, Washington, DC Fourth Floor Conference Facility • Are women in Africa doing all the farming? • Can Africa’s postharvest loss really be that high? • Is input use still dismally low? Is land still abundantly available and land rental non-existent? • Are Africa’s youth exiting agriculture en masse? More information For presentations, video and other related materials please visit the World Bank project page Come and join us at an IFPRI-World Bank conference featuring 15 revealing Ignite-style presentations. The panel discussions are based on research conducted by an international consortium of universities and international organizations led by the Chief Economist Office of the Africa Region of the World Bank, and are intended to scrutinize conventional wisdom about African agriculture. Co-hosts Shenggen Fan, Director General of IFPRI, and Makhtar Diop, Vice President of the Africa Region of the World Bank, will make opening remarks, and the expert panels will reflect on the research findings and their implications. Registration for this event is now closed. Conference will be streamed in its entirety on this page. PreviewAttachmentSize June2015EventAgendaFinal.pdf34.63 KB Full Article East Africa Southern Africa West Africa IFPRI Headquarters Agriculture & Rural Development Agriculture and Health Crop Technology Markets & Trade Poverty Reduction
myths 5 Myths That Keep Women From Starting a Small Business By www.small-business-software.net Published On :: Mon, 1 Jun 2015 09:00:00 -0400 Women playing a bigger role in small businesses is no longer big news, of course. In 2014, there were roughly 9 million women-owned businesses in the U.S., employing nearly 8 million workers and recording nearly $1.4 trillion in sales that year, according to data from the National Association of Women Business Owners. complete article Full Article
myths The Bio-Chemical Matrix - The Myths of Matrix Science By www.newmediaexplorer.org Published On :: 2012-03-30T11:56:03+01:00 by Jon Rappoport www.nomorefakenews.com The medical system kills 225,000 people a year. (Starfield, JAMA, July 26, 2000, "Is US health really the best in the world?") "In principle, gene therapy is a medical miracle waiting to happen ... after 17 years of trying, scientists are still struggling to make gene therapy work. Complications include rejection of DNA carriers ... [and] new genes end up where they shouldn't, or behave unpredictably." ("Gene Therapy: Is Death and Acceptable Risk?", Wired, Brandon Keim, August 30, 2007) MARCH 28, 2012 - In discussing Matrix Science, I'm reminded of Philip Dick's sensational novel, Lies, Inc. It proposes an invention that can teleport humans light-years to a planet where a better way of life exists. The author then spends the rest of the book deconstructing this utopian legend and revealing the truth and the titanic power-grab that sit behind it. Then there is HG Well's 1933 classic novel, The Shape of Things to Come, in which a world exhausted by war and economic collapse turns to a Global State as the only possible solution, after all other solutions have historically failed. This new ruling authority is based on Science. All religions are crushed. Education is designed to teach every child how to become a genius/global citizen. Eventually, the State withers away and is of course replaced by a spontaneous Utopia. Science/technology: the final all-encompassing answer. A significant aspect of Matrix propaganda revolves around myths about how human behavior can be transformed. Transformed through advances in biology and chemistry. Populations are being trained to expect these momentous changes. A major selling point: no effort is required. Just ingest this tablet. Accept this new gene. All will be done for you by experts. Technocrats will design the future so you will fit into it happily. The technocratic wing of Globalism has clout. It promises management of the planet through science, and who can argue with science? Central Planning will ensure proper benefits for all. My late friend and colleague, hypnotherapist Jack True, once told me in an interview:... Full Article
myths Busting the myths of ‘By invitation only’ properties By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Fri, 15 Dec 2023 16:14:32 +0530 Any luxury project could be marketed as BIO as a sales gimmick, even when they may not necessarily refer to luxury at all Full Article Real Estate
myths Myths About Marriage By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2017-05-10T13:10:56+00:00 Our world is full of marriage advice, but is it good advice? So much of what we read and hear about healthy marriage is untrue. Listen to Fr. Nicholas and Pres. Roxanne Louh as they discuss the truth about building a good marriage. Full Article
myths Parenting Myths By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2017-05-24T01:31:04+00:00 Fr. Nick and Dr. Roxanne discuss 5 common myths about parenting. If you are a parent with children at home, you don't want to miss this episode. You may be surprised at some of the myths. Full Article
myths Three Myths About Christianity By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2023-06-15T02:55:27+00:00 In the second of his Holiness Month series, Fr Thomas dispels three myths about Christianity. (Matthew 10:32-33, 37-38, 19:27-30) All Saints Sunday, June 11, 2023 Full Article
myths Not Myths, But Eyewitnesses By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2019-08-05T20:52:23+00:00 Full Article
myths Synapse and WSO2 ESB myths By pzf.fremantle.org Published On :: Mon, 24 Sep 2012 14:44:00 +0000 There are a few myths about Synapse and the WSO2 ESB I'd like to address. Its amazing they still come up. Not an ESB? The first and oldest myth is that Synapse is not an ESB. This dates back to the initial creation of the project - before there was even any code! Dave Chappell was at Sonic at the time and he said "This project is related to ESB , but it is not in itself an ESB". Well, firstly, since at that time Sonic was the ESB leader, he would say that! Secondly, this was purely theoretical - no code had been written at that point. While I love the internet's ability to archive everything for years, to quote this several years later (like the ServiceMix guys do here: http://servicemix.apache.org/how-does-servicemix-compare-to-synapse.html) is disingenuous to say the least. The fact is that Synapse - both as a pure Apache project and when packaged as the runtime engine of the WSO2 ESB is an ESB. Rather than argue about the definition of an ESB, it would be simpler to describe a few of the many usecases it is in production for: * Getting the latest trades from a legacy financial system and reporting them to third-parties to meet regulatory requirements. * Linking an SAP/R3 system with a .NET-based Point-of-Sale (POS) system in 40+ retails stores to distribute the latest price updates. * Integrating between BMC Remedy, Salesforce and Peoplesoft. * Providing a full SOA bus for a telecom operator linking to provide a common fabric for payment services, SMS top up and other integrations. * Lightweight Service Orchestration (what we call Service Chaining) - providing simple non-persistent flows across multiple services. * Integrating FIX messaging to existing systems. * etc etc In addition, the beauty of the Synapse ESB (and WSO2 ESB) is that it can also provide very high performance lightweight routing, load-balancing, failover and security management, so it is often used for high throughput scenarios as well - for example at eBay where it handles well over 1bn request/response interactions/day. Synapse (and WSO2 ESB) only support SOAP or translate every message into SOAP This is also a complete myth. The WSO2 ESB has a very effective model for dealing with content that only parses the content as needed. This model is based on the concept of a message formatter and builder. These objects handle the internal representation of content and are very flexible. For example, the normal approach to handling non-XML data is to keep it as a binary stream. In addition, a new transport in the WSO2 ESB (the Passthru transport) supports even higher performance routing of messages where the message body is simply passed from one HTTP endpoint to the next, while still supporting useful functions like header-based routing, authentication and authorization, logging, throttling and cacheing. For XML data, we have an internal model that unifies SOAP and non-SOAP. What this means is that for non-SOAP payloads, there are two extra objects in memory that represent the envelope and body. This makes it very easy (and performant) to handle scenarios like taking the SOAP body and publishing it (without the SOAP wrapper) onto a JMS queue. Because the XML object model we use (Apache Axiom) supports streaming (via StAX), the message is only built into a tree if a mediator such as the XSLT transform requests it. I think this is where the mistaken belief lies. This is a bit like Heisenberg's Uncertainty Principle! The act of observing a quantum level action affects the action. Similarly, if you examine the message, then if you ask for it as SOAP, we will build it into a SOAP message and give it to you. Of course that doesn't mean it was a SOAP message until you asked for it as SOAP. If you were to ask for the message as pure XML then you would get it as a pure XML element. In both cases it remains as a binary stream until the point you ask for the message. If you simply route the message out to another system, it will not have been converted to or from anything: Synapse will simply stream the message through and out to the target. I hope that this clears up these two myths! Full Article
myths Teaching Quality Evaluation: Online vs. Manually, Facts and Myths By Published On :: 2017-12-13 Aim/Purpose: This study aimed to examine whether there is a difference between manual feedback and online feedback with regard to feedback quality, respondents’ percentage, reliability and the amount of verbal comments written by students. Background: The quality of teaching is an important component of academic work. There are various methods for testing the quality of teaching; one of these methods is through students’ feedback. Methodology: This study used a quantitative approach, including the quantification of qualitative verbal data collected through an open question in the questionnaire. A sample of 180 courses was randomly chosen, 90 courses were evaluated manually and 90 were evaluated online. The number of students ranges from 7 to 60 students per course. In total 4678 students participated in the study. Contribution: The findings show that there is almost an identical pattern of feedback of manual and online course teaching evaluation. These findings encourage a continued use of this evaluation method. Findings: No significant differences were found between manual feedback and online feedback in the students’ evaluation of the lecturer/course. The percentage of respondents was significantly higher in the manual feedback than in the online feedback. The number of qualitative comments was significantly greater in the online feedback than in the manual feedback. Impact on Society: The findings of this study refute the claims with regard to the unreliability of an online teaching evaluation. These findings reflect the advantages of using online feedback, such as cost savings, granting more time to students in order to provide feedback, and reducing disturbance during lectures. Future Research: The gender aspect was not taken into account in the study. Therefore, we recommend conducting a follow-up study that will examine gender differences in directions of- difference between male and female lecturers, and differences between male and female students in teaching evaluation. Full Article
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myths Insights Report: Busting Myths and Building Communities By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 06 Feb 2024 08:00:48 -0500 The Avetta "Insights" report takes real-world data from active company programs to share learnings with the industry and empower global risk leaders to make better-informed decisions and create a safer, more sustainable world. Full Article
myths Busting hand protection myths By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 29 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 What are some of the biggest challenges and misconceptions in industrial workplaces when it comes to hand protection? Full Article
myths Ten Myths About Hair By english.pravda.ru Published On :: Mon, 06 Jun 2022 01:33:00 +0300 Good hair implies good health Myth 1: Cutting hair makes it stronger. Moreover, hair will grow faster Nonsense. A head is not a lawn. No one knows why people think this; probably, this is due to men’s beards. However, there is a very big difference between hair on the face and on the head. Hair on the head grows 1.5 centimeters a month. Myth 2: Split ends can be cured Unfortunately, this is not true. One should cut the hair immediately to avoid any further damage. Myth 3: Combing hair is good for it Unfortunately, it is very bad for hair. A comb often makes gives hair split ends and pulls them out of the skin. It is best not to comb hair too often. Full Article Health
myths Your Holiday Leftovers and the Myths That Might Make You Waste Them By Published On :: Mon, 30 Nov 2020 05:00:00 GMT Last week, millions of Americans made a trip to the grocery store to buy a fuller cart than their usual weekly shopping. Thanksgiving is the beginning of the holiday season, centered on cooking, abundance, and plenty, even as celebration get-togethers are scaled back because of the pandemic. Full Article
myths Busting Nutrition Myths By www.snackandbakery.com Published On :: Tue, 19 Jun 2012 09:22:00 -0400 I am 100% sure that you have received a load of “must-have” nutritional advice. The overload of life lessons like this can be quite overwhelming, not to mention scary. I used to go to bed at night questioning my nutrition skills, thinking about how in the world I missed the research proving all of those theories. Well, a quick search or even a phone call to mom (or grams), proved false. Full Article
myths Top 5 pump myths debunked By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 20 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400 Think you know pump systems? Think again. From misidentifying the major culprits of ownership costs to taking the wrong approach in implementing variable speed drives, misconceptions around pumps create missed opportunities for greater efficiency and cost savings. Full Article
myths Are you perpetuating lone worker myths? By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Sep 2024 12:30:00 -0400 There are several safety myths around lone worker safety that can harm the wellbeing of those performing their jobs alone. Full Article
myths Data Security for Banks and Financial Institutions: Top 4 Myths About Moving to the Cloud By anderscpa.com Published On :: Tue, 27 Apr 2021 13:00:00 +0000 Many small-to-midsize banks and financial institutions are still running on-premise Microsoft Exchange email servers, whether in their own walls, or in the walls of their technology service provider. Microsoft recently announced that multiple hacking groups were targeting Microsoft Exchange servers in coordinated attacks, which could cause a damaging data breach for these organizations. With all... The post Data Security for Banks and Financial Institutions: Top 4 Myths About Moving to the Cloud appeared first on Anders CPA. Full Article Anders News
myths The Dark Side of Productivity Myths Exposed By chasejarvis.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Oct 2024 13:00:36 +0000 In this episode, Oliver Burkeman gets real with me about the power of embracing limits to unlock a richer, more productive life. We talk about his book, Meditations for Mortals, and unpack why so much of traditional time management is flawed. Instead of chasing perfection, Oliver shows how small, intentional steps and accepting our constraints can actually lead to more freedom and fulfillment. His take on “imperfectionism” and the value of presence offers a fresh way to tackle life’s demands. Some highlights we explore: Shifting from private doubts to taking small, meaningful actions Using “imperfectionism” to overcome perfectionism’s trap Letting go of control to reduce stress and gain momentum Enjoy! FOLLOW OLIVER BURKEMAN: twitter | website Listen to the Podcast Subscribe The post The Dark Side of Productivity Myths Exposed first appeared on Chase Jarvis. The post The Dark Side of Productivity Myths Exposed appeared first on Chase Jarvis. Full Article chasejarvisLIVE Podcast control imperfectionism limitations perfectionism productivity time management
myths The Top 10 Myths of Ductless Technology By www.achrnews.com Published On :: Mon, 06 Aug 2018 07:32:00 -0400 Some beliefs, like Greek mythology, last for generations because they contain a valuable lesson. Others, like these, are just ready to become ancient history. Full Article
myths Dispelling 3 Common Myths about Sustainable Packaging By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Fri, 22 May 2020 00:00:00 -0400 The demand for sustainable products and packaging is only growing. With continuous innovations to packaging technologies, brands have many options for improving their packaging and reaching sustainably minded consumers. Full Article
myths Busting the Myths Around Sustainable Luxury Packaging By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Wed, 31 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Can packaging be sustainable and still offer consumers a premium experience? In this column, James Cropper’s Kate Gilpin makes the case that it can. Full Article
myths Dispelling the Myths and Misconceptions about Digital Corrugated Printing By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Tue, 14 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400 In this article, Domino’s Ben Ginesi offers his perspective on how digital corrugated printing stacks up against flexographic and lithographic printing. Full Article
myths 5 Myths about Teaching Kids to Code By www.hongkiat.com Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 07:00:27 +0000 As the digital age continues to shape our lives, introducing coding to the next generation has evolved into a booming industry. Just consider the coding apps for kids, educational toys and robots, specialized handbooks, textbooks, coding competitions, and tutoring services available today. However, the best approach to teaching coding isn’t always clear – and there’s… The post 5 Myths about Teaching Kids to Code appeared first on Hongkiat. Full Article Coding Kids and Tech Web Developers
myths Myths and Facts About Coaching and Training By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Fri, 10 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0400 Taking the time to properly train employees instead of throwing them into the deep end and expecting them to swim will help alleviate labor shortages. Full Article
myths The Myths of the Pineal Gland By www.discovermagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Sep 2020 22:00:00 GMT A COVID-19 conspiracy theory is the latest in a long line of myths about the pineal gland. Full Article Mind
myths 5 Myths about Increasing Website Traffic By www.rssfeedsgenerator.com Published On :: Mon, 15 Jun 2015 12:30:40 +0000 If you own or manage a website, you know that there a few key metrics that indicate success. And regardless of your industry or company goals, one metric is universal: traffic. The number of daily or monthly visitors your site receives is easy to measure, monitor, and report. It provides a simple way to look […] Full Article Service News organic traffic targeted traffic website optimization website traffic
myths Latinos Will Never Vote For A Republican, And Other Myths About Hispanics From 2016 By www.gpbnews.org Published On :: Thu, 22 Dec 2016 10:08:00 +0000 There were two major assumptions about Latino voters throughout the presidential campaign: (1) a record number of Latinos would show up on Election Day to oppose Donald Trump's candidacy and (2) the anti-immigration rhetoric that launched Trump's campaign would push conservative-leaning Hispanics to flee the Republican Party. Neither of those assumptions entirely panned out as expected. Prediction 1: The Surge? True. A record number of Latinos did vote this November. But the truth is complicated. The official national exit poll, the one commissioned by the big media organizations, suggests the Latino share of the electorate was higher than ever before — about 11 percent, compared to 10 percent in 2012. "It's very possible that the Latino vote, while reaching a record, may have been swamped by other groups of voters," said Mark Hugo Lopez, the director of Hispanic Research at the Pew Research Center, pointing to states like Florida which Trump won. We won't know the percentage of Full Article
myths Column: Dr. Kimberley Watkins On Stroke Myths By bernews.com Published On :: Fri, 18 Oct 2024 08:00:25 +0000 [Column written by Dr Kimberley Watkins] When we think of stroke, we often associate it with the elderly population. However, it’s important to debunk the myth that stroke only affects older individuals. In reality, stroke can occur at any age, and it’s crucial for people of all ages to be aware of the risk factors […] Full Article All #Health #OpinionColumns
myths Dispelling Charter Schools Myths By www.edweek.org Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 00:00:00 +0000 Full Article Charter+schools
myths Jamaican tourism minister seeks to explode myths By master-7rqtwti-2nwxk3tn3ebiq.eu-2.platformsh.site Published On :: Thu, 12 Dec 2019 16:15:01 +0000 Edmund Bartlett, Jamaica’s minister of tourism, talks about key investment opportunities and the need for better international reporting when natural disasters strike. Full Article
myths Setting the Record Straight – Myths vs. Facts about .com By feeds.feedblitz.com Published On :: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 17:30:25 +0000 Over the past several weeks, there has been significant discussion about Verisign and its management of the .com top-level domain (TLD) registry. Much of this discussion has been distorted by factual inaccuracies, a misunderstanding of core technical concepts, and misinterpretations regarding pricing, competition, and market dynamics in the domain name industry. Billions of internet users […] The post Setting the Record Straight – Myths vs. Facts about .com appeared first on Verisign Blog. Related StoriesDomain Name Industry Brief Quarterly Report: DNIB.com Announces 362.3 Million Domain Name Registrations in the Third Quarter of 2024Domain Name Industry Brief Quarterly Report: DNIB.com Announces 362.4 Million Domain Name Registrations in the Second Quarter of 2024Domain Name Industry Brief Quarterly Report: DNIB.com Announces 362.4 Million Domain Name Registrations in the First Quarter of 2024 Full Article Domain Names .com DNS Featured
myths I Destroyed a Car to Explore Some Music Myths By www.scientificamerican.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 11:00:00 +0000 Two years of experimentation taught a Nashville guitarist not every musical myth makes sense Full Article
myths New Myths and Truths About Thyroid Cancer Education Initiative Aims to Shine a Light on the Truths about Thyroid Cancer - Video OneTitle By www.multivu.com Published On :: 15 Sep 2015 16:25:00 EDT Video 1 Preview Image Caption Full Article Healthcare Hospitals Medical Pharmaceuticals New Products Services Broadcast Feed Announcements Survey Polls & Research MultiVu Video
myths Dispelling Myths About Organ Donation By www.medindia.net Published On :: All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Director, M. Srinivas, advocates dispelling myths about medlinkorgan donation/medlink and emphasizes Full Article
myths Common Myths About Venetian Blinds That You Need To Ignore By www.boldsky.com Published On :: Sat, 17 Dec 2022 16:15:00 +0530 Venetian blinds is a popular home decor item and can be mostly seen in Indian offices and homes in coastal areas. But then the charm of the blinds has made us to fall in love with them to try and experiment Full Article
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myths The Enlightenment and religion : The myths of modernity [Electronic book] / S. Barnett. By encore.st-andrews.ac.uk Published On :: Manchester : Manchester University Press, [2018] Full Article
myths These motorcyclists at the India Bike Week shatter myths about ‘women bikers’ By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Nov 2022 16:10:28 +0530 Maral Yazarloo-Pattrick, Sameera Dahiya, and Urvashi Patole smash stereotypes about female bikers in India Full Article Motoring
myths Leadership: Seven myths about workplace culture By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Tue, 23 Jun 2015 22:28:44 +0530 These urban legends prevent firms from getting sustainable advantage Full Article New Manager
myths Mythbusting - Doctor Debunks Common Medical Myths By www.wired.com Published On :: Tue, 21 Jan 2020 19:20:00 +0000 Medical doctor Seema Yasmin helps debunk (and confirm!) some common myths about medicine and health. Does your heart really skip a beat when you sneeze? Is it safe to eat genetically modified foods? Is hand sanitizer the best way to clean your hands? Dr. Seema Yasmin is the Director at the Stanford Center for Health Communication and a clinical assistant professor at Stanford Medical School. Her forthcoming books include Debunked! and Muslim Women Are Everything, out April 2020. Full Article
myths Mythbusting - Dr. Seema Yasmin Debunks Coronavirus Myths By www.wired.com Published On :: Fri, 03 Apr 2020 16:00:00 +0000 Epidemic expert Dr. Seema Yasmin helps debunk some common medical myths surrounding Covid-19. Will drinking water flush the virus out? Can you take ibuprofen? Will garlic prevent infection? Can you hold your breath to test if you have coronavirus? Full Article
myths Mythbusting - Sleep Expert Debunks Common Sleep Myths By www.wired.com Published On :: Tue, 23 Jun 2020 16:00:00 +0000 Dr. Ravi Aysola helps debunk (and confirm!) some common myths about how we sleep. Do we only ever sleep with our eyes closed? Does everyone need to sleep 7 hours a night? Can you catch up on lost sleep? Is insomnia all in your head? Dr. Ravi Aysola is a Professor of Clinical Sleep Medicine at UCLA. Full Article
myths Mythbusting - Doctor Debunks Common Health Myths By www.wired.com Published On :: Thu, 09 Jul 2020 16:00:00 +0000 Emergency medicine physician Dr. Italo Brown covers some common myths about our health and explains how true they actually are. Can you die from a broken heart? Is a migraine just a bad headache? Is vaping safe? Full Article
myths Mythbusting - Internet Expert Debunks Cybersecurity Myths By www.wired.com Published On :: Wed, 29 Jul 2020 16:00:00 +0000 Cybersecurity expert Eva Galperin helps debunk (and confirm!) some common myths about cybersecurity. Is the government watching you through your computer camera? Does Google read all your Gmail? Does a strong password protect you from hackers? Will encryption keep my data safe? Eva answers all these questions and much more. Eva Galperin is the Director of Cybersecurity at the Electronic Frontier Foundation. Updated 8/20/2020: A previous version of this video incorrectly stated that Google scans Gmail data to target ads. Google stopped this practice in 2017. Full Article
myths Mythbusting - Dr. Carl Hart Debunks Drug Myths By www.wired.com Published On :: Mon, 24 Aug 2020 18:30:00 +0000 Scientist Dr. Carl Hart, author of the forthcoming book "Drug Use for Grown-ups," helps debunk (and confirm!) some common myths about drugs.. Dr. Hart has spent his career researching the effects of drugs on the body and is here to help us understand some common misunderstandings. Is marijuana really a gateway drug? Is the opioid crisis getting worse? Are drugs more addictive than alcohol? Full Article
myths Ocean Researcher Debunks Ocean Myths By www.wired.com Published On :: Thu, 17 Sep 2020 16:00:00 +0000 OCEARCH founder and ocean explorer Chris Fischer has been working to protect our oceans and the wildlife that inhabits them. He sits down with WIRED to talk over some common myths associated with the ocean. Is the Bermuda Triangle real? Can sharks smell blood from a mile away? Can the ocean absorb anything? Footage courtesy of OCEARCH Full Article
myths Mythbusting - Debunking Election and Social Media Myths By www.wired.com Published On :: Fri, 23 Oct 2020 16:00:00 +0000 With the upcoming presidential election there's been plenty of talk about social media's potential impact. MIT professor Sinan Aral takes a look at some common myths swirling around social media and the upcoming election, and examines their validity. Can social media actually sway elections? Does fake news spread faster than real news? Are voting booths hack-proof? Sinan Aral is the David Austin professor of management at MIT, Director of MIT's initiative on the digital economy and the author of the book "The Hype Machine." Full Article
myths Mythbusting - Happiness Researcher Debunks Happiness Myths By www.wired.com Published On :: Mon, 16 Nov 2020 20:13:00 +0000 Amy Blankson, the founder and CEO of Fearless Positivity, debunks some myths we've all heard about "happiness." Is it true that you either "have" happiness or you don't? Is social media making us less happy? Does success lead to happiness? Full Article