What’s Rub Al Khali?

The Rub Al-Khali is a vast desert covering much of the southern Arabian Peninsula, with extreme temperatures and few human inhabitants. It has the highest amount of untapped oil and many dry lake beds, and was once fertile. Despite its harsh conditions, many species of birds, plants, and insects thrive there. Recent expeditions have discovered […]

What’s a pleural rub?

A pleural rub is a grating and creaky sound heard when the pleural membranes rub against each other due to inflammation, indicating an inflammatory process in the chest. It can be associated with various medical conditions, and a doctor may need to order medical tests and imaging studies for diagnosis. Treatment options vary depending on […]

Skip to content