With the large uptick in people purchasing and using popular disinfectant products because of the COVID-19 pandemic, many are beginning to wonder just how safe all of these products really are. It’s also important to consider whether or not they are environmentally friendly. Remember, a lot of disinfectants rely on harsh chemicals like bleach or alcohol. Even some “green” cleaners rely on a chemical called phenolics. While they have less of an impact on nature, they have a larger carbon footprint because they take a lot of energy and money to produce. Is there a more gentle and less chemical-dependent alternative for disinfecting?

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Christmas around the world can have many meanings. In the U.S. Christmastime means festive lights, Christmas trees, holiday feasts, gifts, and shopping. Historically Japan does not celebrate Christmas with lights, Christmas trees, decorations, gifts, or feasts as the U.S. does. This difference in culture can be rooted in history. The U.S. is a nation rooted in Christianity, while Japan was not founded in Christianity.

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Regardless of one’s religious beliefs, there is no denying that certain sacred structures can evoke a sense of wonder in us. These awe-inspiring holy sites boast stunning architecture, meaningful purposes, breathtaking statues, sculptures, artwork, and more. Below are some of the most remarkable holy sites found across the globe.

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Before COVID-19 became one of the most highly transmissible diseases worldwide, the Hong Kong flu of 1968 showed the world just how quickly a disease like the flu could spread. This outbreak was the third one to occur within the 20th century.

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Some people enjoy a larger dose of adrenaline than others. While a rollercoaster or free fall amusement park ride can do it for some, the extreme thrillist needs more of a rush than that. Adrenaline junkies worldwide have produced some of the most interesting forms of excitement known to man.

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