Pandemics have played a role in shaping human history throughout the ages. As human civilization spread across the globe  — bringing with it bigger cities, new trade routes and more mingling between ...

Essential oils smell great, especially some of the most fragrant oils like jasmine, neroli, patchouli, rose, sandalwood and ylang ylang, have long been used in perfume-making. But they are also good ...

If we work with a lot of people, in a job where we’re interacting with various personalities a lot, shaking hands, traveling, then burning specific herbs on a regular basis can help keep our ...

What Is Sin-Eating? Sin-eating is a ritual in which the sin eater took on the sin of a dead person, thus ensuring said individual's untroubled passage into Heaven. Similar rituals can be found in ...

Have You Heard About the Llandudno Goats? In recent times, the BBC and other British news services have been reporting on the Llandudno goats. For those who are unfamiliar, Llandudno is a Welsh town ...

Just as we do today, people in ancient and medieval times worried about their health and what they might do to ward off sickness, or alleviate symptoms if they did fall ill. Here, we reveal some of ...

Israeli archaeologists have discovered hidden geometric patterns in the layout of Göbekli Tepe, an archaeological site in Turkey’s southeastern Şanlıurfa province that is home to the world's oldest ...

"A turquoise given by a loving hand carries with it happiness and good fortune." Arabic proverb Turquoise has been treasured for centuries as a divine gift that fell from heaven, reflecting the ...

My wife and I went to the Gambia in July after our long tour in South East Asia to spend few lazy days on sandy beach.  We've been recommended to book the tour with the Gambia Experience - the ...

Whether it’s a virus or another type of threat, first things we need to do is to stay calm, there are many ways to improve our chances of remaining prepared, healthy, fed, safe, and peaceful. While ...

In this chaotic world, your home should be your center of peace. You should take special care to decorate your home so every corner works together to create a relaxing and meditative environment ...

Mala beads have been used by yogis and spiritual seekers for thousands of years to help keep their minds focused during meditation. In modern yogi times mala necklaces and bracelets are increasing in ...

NASA’s Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite mission, or TESS, launched in 2018, marks the next step in the search for planets outside of our solar system, including those that could support ...

For many centuries, ancient symbols of protection have been a source of psychological and mental relief to many people who have faith in their powers.  These symbols and beliefs exist in every ...

Valentine's Day is the best time to up your romance game. Whether you’ve been together for years and you’ve spent too many Valentine’s Days together to count or you just started dating, a gift—big or ...