Lifestyles Issues
A baby’s birth is usually a time of joy and celebration. For parents, though, the delight might be tempered with worries about the baby’s safety, family finances and sleepless nights. It’s normal to have anxieties while adjusting to parenthood. But after giving birth, some women develop a more extreme condition—a depression that persists for at […]
In mouse study, eliminating derelict cells seemed to postpone diseases of aging, scientists say Sweeping away the body’s old cells may help delay age-related health woes and give more pep to old age, a new study in mice suggests. In a study published online Nov. 2 in Nature, Mayo Clinic scientists came up with a
Why Is a Healthy Weight Important? Reaching and maintaining a healthy weight is important for overall health and can help you prevent and control many diseases and conditions. If you are overweight or obese, you are at higher risk of developing serious health problems, including heart disease, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, gallstones, breathing
Study suggests changes in chromosomes may account for some cases, especially in older fathers. Stress May Affect Preemies’ Brains, Study Shows Certain genetic abnormalities in a man’s chromosomes appear to be linked to intellectual disabilities in his offspring, especially if he fathered them late in life, a new study suggests. These abnormalities are caused by
Nevada and California’s Lake Tahoe, 193 sq mi (500 sq km) freshwater lake in the Sierra Nevada, on the border between California and Nevada, near Carson City. Approximately two-thirds of the shoreline is in California. It occupies a basin in the Sierra Nevada and is drained by the Truckee River. its depth prevents it from
SWATH Ships Small waterplane area twin hull (SWATH) is a twin-hull ship design that minimizes hull volume in the surface area of the sea. By minimizing hull volume in the sea’s surface, where wave energy is located, the vessel becomes very stable, even in high seas and at high speeds. The bulk of the displacement
The Louisiana State Museum New Orleans’ premiere heritage attraction, the Louisiana State Museum is comprised of several French Quarter landmarks and extensive permanent collections of artifacts and works of art. Established in 1912, the Museum is committed to preserving, presenting and promoting the State’s unique culture and heritage. Through its exhibitions and activities it captures
Rocky Mountain National Park Established in 1915 Rocky Mountain National Park’s 415 square miles encompass and protect spectacular mountain environments. Enjoy Trail Ridge Road – which crests over 12,000 feet including many overlooks to experience the subalpine and alpine worlds – Rocky Mountain National Park encompasses approximately 265,770 acres of land in Colorado’s northern Front
Ever since Errol Flynn cavorted here with his Hollywood pals in the 1930s and ’40s, travelers have regarded Jamaica as one of the most alluring of the Caribbean islands. Its beaches, mountains and carnal red sunsets regularly appear in the world’s tourist brochures, and, unlike other nearby islands, it democratically caters to all comers: you
Royal Denship 82′ Open Luxury Power Cruiser Driven by passion The 82′ Open is designed by Bill Dixon to maximize both pleasure and performance, inside and out. Winner of the International Superyacht Design Award the 82′ Open is already a symbol of the next generation of motor yachts. In every detail of the yacht, strength,
Intermarine 55 Luxury Yacht The Intermarine 55 Luxury Yacht Sets Sail in Summer 2011 as BMW Group DesignworksUSA Continues its Creative Collaborations with Leading Brazilian Firms BMW Group DesignworksUSA has collaborated with Intermarine, Brazil’s leading shipyard for luxury yachts, to create the elegant, powerful and refined Intermarine 55. Setting sail in July 2011, the Intermarine
Abeking & Rasmussen 68 Meter – MY “Aviva This 68 Meter (223.097 Feet) yacht, offers the expansiveness, elegance and comfort of a much larger yacht at sea. The bow: vertical and sharp like a knife as it rises up out of the water. This causes, apart from a lot of attention, an extremely long waterline
Dolomite Alps, Italy The Dolomites are a mountain range in the Alps. They are located for the most part in north-eastern Italy. One national park and many other regional parks are located in the Dolomites. In August 2009, the Dolomites were declared a natural heritage site by UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization).
U.S. WINS FIRST AMERICA’S CUP – 1851 August 22, 1851, the U.S.-built schooner America bests a fleet of Britain’s finest ships in a race around England’s Isle of Wight. The ornate silver trophy won by the America was later donated to the New York Yacht Club on condition that it be forever placed in international
Water-skiing is an exciting and challenging sport. However, like all “fast-action” sports that are fun, it does possess an element of risk. Many skiers and boaters are not aware of the potential hazards of water-skiing and as a result, are hurt or even killed pursuing this recreational sport. Attention to hazards in the area where
The New 2012 Sea Ray 450 Sedan Bridge For boaters seeking a new and exciting outlook in 2011, the 450 Sedan Bridge from Sea Ray offers panoramic seascapes and wide-open spaces that are sure to inspire thoughts of comfortable cruising and luxury living. The beautiful views start on the bridge, which, along with 360 degrees
A Healthy Lawn, A Beautiful Lawn Take back your weekends, throw away the toxic chemicals and make your yard the envy of the neighborhood. Here’s how. Growing a thick patch of grass is easier than you think. A lot easier. You build the soil, grow the right grass for your conditions, feed it the natural
TOAST THE SEASON WITH HOLIDAY RECIPES AND FESTIVE COCKTAILS Toast the season and add warmth and cheer to your holiday celebrations with cocktail classics and new recipes that are sure to please every palate presented by Bon Appétit Chef de Cuisine Jonathan Lindenauer. A great holiday party should be complete with a bar that includes
