Jurors are more likely to convict and give longer sentences to unattractive criminals, according to a Cornell University study. Experiential thinkers were harsher on unattractive defendants. The same biases may apply to judges. Other influences tested were church attendance, drug addiction, and academic achievements. A Cornell University study found that jurors are about 20 percent […]
Lyme disease is caused by tick bites and can have flu-like symptoms. The characteristic bulls-eye rash may appear a few days after the bite, but its absence does not mean a person is free of infection. Other symptoms should also be considered, and ticks should be removed and evaluated for disease. Lyme disease is a […]
The Eocene epoch, 55.8 to 33.9 million years ago, was a time when mammals diversified and occupied most niches. The climate was mild, with tropical conditions extending up to 45 degrees from the equator. Antarctica was still connected to South America, and much of Europe, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia were inundated. The Eocene […]
Dazzle paint, an early form of military camouflage created by British artist Norman Wilkinson in 1918, used bold shapes and colors to confuse enemies about the size and shape of ships. The technique was successful and eventually used for uniforms. Early military camouflage dating back to World War I resembled the Cubist art style, with […]
Shakespeare was the first non-royal person to appear on a UK postage stamp in 1964. The Royal Mail later honored other famous Britons with commemorative stamps, but until 2005, living people who were not members of the royal family were not featured. More than four centuries after his death, William Shakespeare remains one of the […]
Insect bites can reveal what kind of insect has attacked and whether medical attention is needed. Tick and mosquito bites can carry serious diseases, while bee stings can result in swollen skin. Spider bites may leave blisters or fang marks, and allergic reactions can be dangerous. Changes in appearance, such as pus or red streaks, […]
