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Your historical relatives My 7th cousin four times removed Franklin D. Roosevelt USA. 32nd President of the United States, in office during the Great Depression and World War II. View Relationship My 8th cousin twice removed Winston Churchill, UK. Prime … Continue reading →

CAMAROON  VISAS: Need passport copies for visa / LOI processing. VOA is possible for both countries for all passports. A US passport is visa-free. Fees for visa processing are paid at the airport in exact change or by paying with CFA) … Continue reading →

SECRETS OF THE CREATIVE BRAIN  A leading neuroscientist who has spent decades studying creativity shares her research on where genius comes from, whether it is dependent on high IQ, and why it is so often accompanied by mental illness. By Nancy … Continue reading →

Let Your Kids Fail Early exposure to setbacks can help children confront later disappointments without falling apart. By Russell Shaw Illustration by The Atlantic. Source: Alexandra Pavlova / Getty; Westend61 / Getty. February 4, 2026 NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC  Early in my career, … Continue reading →

BAMBOO SHOOTS A popular ingredient in Asian cuisine, bamboo packs a powerhouse of nutrition. Here’s how to incorporate it into your diet. New research shows that bamboo shoots are packed with protein, fiber, and a host of other nutrients. Jim … Continue reading →

The science of why chia seeds are a superfood Chia seeds are full of fiber and protein. Here’s how to make them easier on your digestive tract. By Stacey Colino Published January 30, 2026 NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC  Don’t let their diminutive … Continue reading →

The Truth About Dentistry It’s much less scientific—and more prone to gratuitous procedures—than you may think. By Ferris Jabr May 2019 Issue THE ATLANTIC  In the early 2000s Terry Mitchell’s dentist retired. For a while, Mitchell, an electrician in his 50s, … Continue reading →

Is a matcha latte better for you than a builder’s brew? We spill the tea Jan 30th 2026 THE ATLANTIC  AFTER WATER, tea is the world’s most popular beverage. Some drinkers may be attracted by its warmth on a cold … Continue reading →

American Milk Has Changed A dramatic increase in fat content is causing pains in the dairy industry. February 4, 2026, THE ATLANTIC  In recent years, American milk has undergone a quiet transformation. The milk produced by our dairy cows has … Continue reading →

T-Maxxing Has Gone Too Far American men are loading up on testosterone—whether they need it or not. By Yasmin Tayag Illustration by Colin Hunter / The Atlantic. Source: kanzefar / Getty. January 30, 2026, THE ATLANTIC  Some of the country’s most … Continue reading →