Daily Archives: June 23, 2021
British Airways hasn’t told their pilots they don’t need Covid-19 vaccine
A post on Facebook claims that British Airways has released a statement telling their pilots that they don’t need to have a Covid-19 vaccine, and other airlines are not allowing people to fly who have had a vaccine. Like other posts we’ve recently checked, the claims made in this post are based on the news… Read More »
The deadline for opting out of the NHS GP data collection has changed
A Facebook post with over 600 shares claims that the government “has told your GP to hand over your health data, including mental & sexual health, to third parties for payment” and the deadline to opt-out of this is 23 June 2021. This deadline has changed, and this claim needs context. From September, NHS Digital… Read More »
How To Take a Cold Shower For the Best Health Benefits
Cold showers were considered beneficial as early as 1600 B.C.[1] However, thanks in part to Gwyneth Paltrow’s Goop Lab on Netflix, The Wim Hof Method brought the benefits of cold showers into mainstream American media. Wim Hof, also known as The Iceman, is known for his ability to tolerate extreme temperatures. He credits this ability… Read More »
5 Life Pro Tips of the Week – Part 270
Here are this week’s Life Pro Tips. 1. Don’t be fooled by the “working for a dream company” ideology. You’ll be much better off with an amazing boss at an average company who champions your work, allows you to develop mastery in your field, and gives you autonomy. 2. Most of your friends will be…… Read More »
25 Kickass Random Facts List #644
The Iberian ribbed newt is able to pierce its own skin and push out its ribs to stab its predators. The ribs also carry poisonous toxins from its body, making them a highly effective stinging mechanism. The newt’s pierced skin is able to heal quickly from this. The post 25 Kickass Random Facts List #644… Read More »
Following Bruce Lee’s death in 1973…
Following Bruce Lee’s death in 1973, a series of “Brucesploitation” movies got released starring look-alike actors to capitalize on the late star’s fame. The actors had names such as Bruce Le, Bruce Lai, Brute Lee, and Bruce Lie. The post Following Bruce Lee’s death in 1973… appeared first on Crazy Facts. Source
One study found that job seekers…
One study found that job seekers are more likely to be hired if they wear glasses to their interview. Several studies have shown that people who wear glasses are typically perceived as more intelligent, more competent, and more industrious than those without spectacles. The post One study found that job seekers… appeared first on Crazy… Read More »
50 years ago, Ham the chimp was….
50 years ago, Ham the chimp was launched into space, where he experienced up to 14.7g during a six-minute freefall. He survived his ocean splashdown (although he nearly drown before rescue crews arrived) and lived 20 more years at a zoo in Washington D.C. The post 50 years ago, Ham the chimp was…. appeared first… Read More »
WTF Fun Fact – Cartels Friendly Soccer Match Turns Deadly
Herald suggests Scotland’s 2006 smoking ban behind drop in heart attacks since 1990
“Smoking ban credited for 74% drop in heart attacks in Scotland” The Herald, 17 June 2021. Last week, a headline in Scotland’s Herald newspaper claimed that the smoking ban is credited for the 74% drop in heart attacks in Scotland. This could be misleading as it suggests that the smoking ban alone was responsible for… Read More »