6 Legit Ways to Get Free Accommodation While Traveling
In the summer of 2010, I arrived at a hostel in La Paz, Bolivia, with a backpack, a dwindling bank account and a plan.
Meet Emily Meade, the Actor Who Changed On-Screen Sex Forever
'The Deuce' star helps standardize the importance of having intimacy coordinators on set.
Top Destinations for Solo Female Travelers
The journey from Cusco, Peru, down to the Lake Tititcaca-side town of Puno takes about eight hours by bus. Travelers en route to Puno or the nearby Isla del Sol often take the overnight sleeper bus to arrive early the next day.
Nevertheless, I was one of only a handful of passengers riding the Puno-bound night bus on a chilly morning in 2011. It was me, a few families and a group of chatty 20-something guys from Brazil.
Nevertheless, I was one of only a handful of passengers riding the Puno-bound night bus on a chilly morning in 2011. It was me, a few families and a group of chatty 20-something guys from Brazil.
Circular Review 2024: Our Honest Opinion
What exactly do the Circular Slim Ring's health metrics mean, and how can this data help you lead a healthier life? To find out, I consulted with experts in cardiology, sleep, kinesiology, digital health, and tech. Here’s what they had to say.
Monitoring your heart rate can give you insight into your fitness level and heart health, explains Seth Martin, MD, a professor of cardiology at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in Baltimore.
"Fitness trackers are quite accurate for determining heart rat
Monitoring your heart rate can give you insight into your fitness level and heart health, explains Seth Martin, MD, a professor of cardiology at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in Baltimore.
"Fitness trackers are quite accurate for determining heart rat
A Comprehensive History of Porn
The year was 1993: Bill Clinton had just been elected president, Tag Team's "Whoomp! (There It Is)" was climbing to the top of the charts, and the CD-ROM (compact disc read-only memory) had barely hit the market when a company called Interotica released the very first interactive porn CD-ROM. The adult game, called "Nightwatch Interactive," let players control a voyeuristic security guard who could navigate between TV monitors to peep on sexy scenes unfolding around the building.
5 Best Portable Cold Plunge Tubs for Small Spaces
Cold plunges may improve your mood, but the practice isn't without risks. Here are some tips from our experts on cold plunging safely.
Do: Build Your Way Up to Cold Plunges
"Begin with cold showers and cold water swimming," recommends Erik Milosevich, a certified Wim Hof instructor in Bastrop, Texas.
Once you're ready to graduate to ice baths, stick to short dips and listen to your body," says Raj Dasgupta, MD, a quadruple-board certified physician and clinical researcher in Los Angeles. "Con
Do: Build Your Way Up to Cold Plunges
"Begin with cold showers and cold water swimming," recommends Erik Milosevich, a certified Wim Hof instructor in Bastrop, Texas.
Once you're ready to graduate to ice baths, stick to short dips and listen to your body," says Raj Dasgupta, MD, a quadruple-board certified physician and clinical researcher in Los Angeles. "Con
5 Hacks for Traveling on a Shoestring
The year is 2007. I am standing in line at a ticketing counter in the Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport in Calí, Colombia. I am crying. I have missed my flight home. Smartphones have not been invented. I have -$11 in my bank account.
The Deep, Evolutionary History of Monogamy
While traveling through the highlands of Papua New Guinea, biological anthropologist Helen Fisher, Ph.D., met a man with three wives.
The three wives didn't faze Fisher. Polygamy—the practice of marrying multiple spouses—has been permitted in PNG's mountainous region for generations, provided a husband can cover the increasingly hefty going bride price of livestock, shells and cash.
Instead, what struck Fisher was the man's answer to her question, "How many wives would you like to have?"
The three wives didn't faze Fisher. Polygamy—the practice of marrying multiple spouses—has been permitted in PNG's mountainous region for generations, provided a husband can cover the increasingly hefty going bride price of livestock, shells and cash.
Instead, what struck Fisher was the man's answer to her question, "How many wives would you like to have?"
New Research Suggests a Pill Can Prevent STIs
Doxycycline, an inexpensive, widely available antibiotic, has been used to treat bacterial infections since the 1960s. But now, the decades-old medication is being assigned a new purpose: a tool to prevent bacterial sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
The Bewildering History of Valentine's Day
In the days leading up to February 14, grocery stores swarm with roving heart-shaped nylon balloons, mail carrier routes clog with orders of imported roses and lifesize teddy bears, and partners throughout the land scratch their head wondering what would be an astounding gift for their loved one.
And the internet floods with Valentine's Day origin stories. (But not as good as this one!)
And the internet floods with Valentine's Day origin stories. (But not as good as this one!)
Snakes Have Clitorises…sss, Study Finds
The discovery of the long-overlooked genitalia could change our understanding of reptilian sex.
What Is a Prostate Biopsy Like? One Man Shares His Experience
While the trend is to limit these surgeries, they are sometimes necessary. Know what to expect.
AI Can Accurately Diagnose Breast Cancer, Study Finds
Researchers hope an automated tool can remove barriers to diagnoses in developing countries.
The (Often Tragic) History of Abortion Technology
For as long as we can remember, humans have wanted to get rid of unwanted pregnancies.
The 'Ideal' or 'Pefect' Penis Size Has Evolved Over the Past 700 Years
Penis length in paintings of male nudes has increased dramatically, a new study shows.
Can Flowers Help Improve Your Sexual Health?
From the plucky hibiscus to the sultry squash blossom, flowers have been used as decorations, food and medicine for hundreds of years. The health benefits of flowers are not fully understood, but a growing number of nutritionists and researchers are trying to change that.
University Offers Emergency Contraception from a Vending Machine
George Washington students lead an effort to make the pill more accessible on campus.
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