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Joseph Marie Henry Alfred Perrier de la Bâthie (11 August 1873 – 2 October 1958) was a French botanist who specialized in the plants of Madagascar. He is the nephew of Eugène Pierre Perrier de la Bâthie, (1825-1916), another botanist, who also collected … Continue reading →

Is organic food healthier? That’s the wrong question. Health experts say consumers should look beyond the organic label to how the food was grown: “If our microbiome is not healthy, we’re not healthy. The same is true for soil.” Were … Continue reading →

  Many over-the-counter cough and cold medications contain phenylephrine, a purported decongestant that was recently deemed ineffective. Scientists knew this drug was useless—but you’ve been using it for decades More than 200 over-the-counter decongestants contain a key ingredient that was … Continue reading →

What’s in melatonin—and is it giving you nightmares? The dosing in these popular over-the-counter sleep supplements can vary wildly from what’s printed on the label, which can result in side effects. Here’s how to use it safely. A micrograph captures … Continue reading →

Having pets is especially important for those that have fewer close relationships with friends and family, such as older adults. Do pets really make people happier and healthier? While there is evidence that pets are great at curbing loneliness and … Continue reading →

Australia – Sept 17-Dec 08, 2023 Total Mileage driven. 24,894 km Sept 21- Dec 8 Australia is a sovereign country comprising the mainland of the Australian continent, the island of Tasmania, and numerous smaller islands. Australia is the largest country … Continue reading →

AUSTRALIA – NORTHERN TERRITORY – SOUTH (Alice Springs, Tennant Creek) Speed limits in the Northern Territory are a welcome 130 km/hr, with speed reductions to 110, 100, 80 and occasionally 60 around towns. I was told there are no speed … Continue reading →

AUSTRALIA – NORTHERN TERRITORY – NORTH (Darwin, Katherine, Kakadu) M@P Northern Territory – Cobourg Peninsula and Croker island Northern Territory – Crocodile Islands Northern Territory – Groote Eylandt Northern Territory – Pellew islands Northern Territory – Tiwi islands Northern Territory … Continue reading →

Multiple COVID infections can lead to chronic health issues. Here’s what to know. A previous SARS-CoV-2 infection can protect you for a little while, but the immunity wanes—and each new infection, no matter how mild, takes a toll on your … Continue reading →

DNA recovered from ancient teeth and bones enables researchers to understand population shifts over time. How ancient DNA—from Neanderthals to the Black Plague—has transformed archaeology From identifying new human species to unraveling the evolution of diseases, the ability to reconstruct … Continue reading →