Articles (Culture)

Aristotle and the Legacy of Logic
(Inventions and Innovations)

A prolific writer and polymath, Aristotle radically transformed most, if not all, areas of knowledge he touched. He was the first to classify areas of human knowledge into distinct disciplines that are still used today.


The Psychology behind the Gender Pay Gap
(Education, Business, and Society)

The gender pay gap is a problem in many countries that hits the core of society; it indisputably does not affect females only but the whole family.


Education: Access without Quality?
(Education, Business, and Society)

As we continue to pursue access to education for all, we should not assume it implies quality; access alone does not help fulfill life potentials.


Do not give up on a Dream
(Education, Business, and Society)

Egyptian children and youth spend approximately 14 years in the formal educational system; and when asked about their dreams and future plans, they usually answer “It depends on my final score”.

What do Vegetarians Eat in Eid Al-Adha?
(Food, Mood, and Behavior)

When it is time to celebrate Eid Al-Adha, vegetarians face a problem in choosing food; we present alternatives to fit the celebrative atmosphere.

The Effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences
(Health and Diseases)

What happens when people experience stressful situations at a young age? Does it affect their development?


Tips To Avoid Weight Gain During Feasts
(Food, Mood, and Behavior)

Feasts are one of the key factors influencing weight gain but this is not inevitable and can certainly be avoided.


Jobs Suitable for People of Determination
(Education, Business, and Society)

People of determination are an integral part of the society that cannot be ignored; however, they often face problems finding jobs.

Princess Andromeda’s Story: The Iconic Victory of Good over Evil
(Science in Arts and Culture)

Hollywood produced twice the Greek myth of "Princess Andromeda", which every astronomer, amateur astronomer, or sky observer recalls while looking at the Andromeda Constellation.


Can Aquacultures Feed the World without Collapsing the Marine Food Chain?
(Microorganism, Animal and Plant Life)

If you are craving fish; no matter how you buy it or what type you will have on your plate, it will be sourced in one of two ways: capture or aquaculture.

Language and Women Empowerment
(Education, Business, and Society)

Women are subject to various forms of discrimination in several countries; this view is clearly reflected in the language we use in our daily life.


Prayer Time Calculation Method
(Astronomy and Space Sciences)

Praying five times a day is obligatory for Muslims at prescribed times that are related to the Sun's movement. Here comes the role of astronomy in determining prayer times using mathematics-based astronomical calculations.


Dates and their Nutritional and Health Value
(Food, Mood, and Behavior)

During the blessed month of Ramadan, dates are highly consumed as they contain the sugars that provide the fasting person, during breakfast, with high energy that is easily absorbed and assimilated. What are the most famous types of dates? What are their benefits? Do they cause any harm to some people?


Indoor or Outdoor? A Choice for Your Health
(Health and Diseases)

The COVID-19 pandemic has restricted hanging-out, social gatherings, and spending time outdoors; if you belong to the indoor generation with no deep understanding of what you are missing, this article is for you.


A History of the World’s Future
(Inventions and Innovations)

With magic numbers such as 2000, 2020, 2222, etc., the years to come have always meant a fantastic world of potential great achievements; yet, prediction is very difficult, especially if it is about the future.


Social Stigma and COVID-19
(Health and Diseases)

The patients of COVID-19 might face negative and social discrimination due to people’s ignorance about the disease. They blame a tangible source of infection, the patient, as if they were the source of the pandemic.


Mother Knows Best
(Science Fun Time: Stories and Activities)

Sitting down with his small family to watch their favorite daily series, Ahmed hears “etchiu!”; the sound of his younger sister sneezing several times, but no one is paying attention. He looks at his parents and wonders: Are these the symptoms of COVID-19?


Cosmetics between the Past and the Present
(Food, Mood, and Behavior)

Do you think that cosmetics are a modern invention? You are completely wrong if you thought so; cosmetics are as ancient as history itself!


The Best Way to Change Behavior
(Food, Mood, and Behavior)

Can you remember the last time you achieved a milestone in your life or changed your behavior in a way that you have never imagined? Was that in response to a threat or a reward?


I, You, and the Others
(Science in Arts and Culture)

Ever since the beginning of times, Man has always sought to represent himself in various ways. We can trace back the appearance of human representation on the walls of prehistoric caves.


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