LIFE

Basil, one of the most cherished aromatic herbs in the kitchen, can wilt within hours due to improper storage conditions. The common mistake of placing it in the refrigerator, ironically, is actually basil's worst enemy. Here's the secret to keeping your basil as fresh as the day you bought it...Source

From enticing breakfasts to practical dinners, eggs, an indispensable part of the kitchen, can pose health risks if not stored properly. So, where and for how long should different eggs be stored? Here are some practical tips to extend their shelf life in your kitchen...Source

In the UK, Sam McAlpine Peyre, a father of two who took a swim in the canal to cool off, was condemned to a lifelong ailment due to an infection he caught from a tiny crack in his heel. The young man's leg swelled to twice its normal size as a result of his lymphatic system collapsing.Source

The most delicious way to make use of stale bread, French toast, can unfortunately turn into a heavy and greasy meal if not prepared with the right techniques. The secret to creating this practical breakfast dish from Turkish cuisine, both light and crispy, actually relies on a few minor tricks.Here is the recipe for French toast that doesn't soak up oil...Source

In the district of Reyhanlı, Hatay, 70-year-old İsmail Bozdağ was assaulted by his neighbor. Despite asserting that there was no animosity between them, Bozdağ suffered a severe injury when his neighbor bit and severed his finger.

Ruhi Çenet, renowned globally for his large-scale videos and documentaries, had announced last month that he would embark on an ocean voyage to Tristan da Cunha, the most remote point on earth. The famous YouTuber, who had to cut his journey short, shared the unfortunate incidents he experienced.

Have you ever paid attention while shopping at the supermarket? From chip packets to detergent boxes, nearly every package contains small lines, dots, or geometric shapes. Most people assume these are indicators of the product's natural or chemical content, but their actual purpose is entirely different. Source

Sometimes, you might notice that the chocolate you've taken out of the fridge has a stark white appearance, leading you to believe that it has gone bad. In reality, this whitening is generally a harmless phenomenon. This white layer on the chocolate is referred to as 'bloom,' and it comes in two distinct types. Source

Have you ever noticed that in watch stores, catalogs, and advertisements, almost all the clocks show 10:10? This is not a coincidence, but a deliberate choice that has been in practice since the 1920s.Let's delve into the story behind it...

When archaeologists discovered samples of honey in the Egyptian pyramids, they were still in a consumable state. Despite thousands of years having passed, how could this natural sweetener remain unspoiled? This unique feature of honey is a result of nature's impeccable preservation system.

You've undoubtedly noticed that if you leave a freshly cut apple for a few minutes, its white flesh turns a brownish hue. This seemingly ordinary occurrence we encounter in our everyday lives is, in fact, the result of a complex biochemical reaction. Source

The process of making popcorn involves a perfect ballet of pressure and heat. So why do corn kernels pop instead of just drying out like other grains?Source

Although Italy is the first country that comes to mind when we think of pizza, the true evolution of the modern pizza that we are familiar with today actually took place in the United States. So, why did this Italian delicacy become a worldwide phenomenon thousands of miles away from its birthplace?Source

The new generation of industrial bricks, which are starting to become widespread in China and bond together upon contact with water, are gearing up to radically transform traditional construction methods. But can this futuristic technology truly eliminate the need for mortar altogether?Source

Turkey is on the brink of a radical transformation in its climate map. Prof. Dr. Murat Türkeş, a board member of the Climate Change and Policies Implementation and Research Center at Boğaziçi University, issued clear warnings against the looming danger. According to Türkeş, this year could see a refresh of temperature records due to a strong El Nino effect; however, the real significant risk lies in a 'total drought' scenario post-2040.