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Water Cremation Faces Similar Backlash to Its Fiery Predecessor

Resistance to water cremation echoes cremation's historical controversy

The concept of alkaline hydrolysis, often called “water cremation,” has stirred significant debate in recent years. As an eco-friendly alternative to traditional cremation, it uses water, heat and chemicals to decompose human remains. However, this method has faced resistance, much … Continue reading

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NDE Expert Peter Fenwick Left a Legacy That Continues to Inspire

The neuropsychiatrist, who died at 89, normalized near-death experiences

Near-death experiences remain mysterious phenomena, despite their relatively common nature. Yet building on Peter Fenwick’s groundbreaking work, a growing number of scholars in the scientific community are beginning to accept that NDEs are worth studying and can reveal new insights … Continue reading

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Neil deGrasse Tyson Prompts Ruminations on Life & Death in New Year

The famed astrophysicist celebrates the precious nature of human existence

If any stretch of the calendar makes us stop and reflect, it’s the transition into the new year, as we weigh guilt about the past against the promise of tomorrow. And perhaps, ponder the weightier questions of our existence: Is … Continue reading

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Sky Lanterns Bear Wishes and Remembrance into Night Sky

Festival provides a unique way to celebrate the new year and release deep emotions

There’s something about the glow from a candle that evokes a feeling of warmth and serenity. And when that feeling is multiplied by a mass of glowing sky lanterns rising like a constellation of stars, that sensation becomes pure magic.

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First the Wealth Gap, Now the U.S. Has a Growing Health Gap

Discover why the U.S. health gap is growing and how improving healthspan can enhance quality of life for Americans

Americans are living longer than ever before, but those added years often come with a significant tradeoff: declining health. According to a recent study by researchers at the Mayo Clinic, the health gap, or the gap between lifespan and healthspan … Continue reading

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End-of-Life Planners Offer Peace of Mind for Yourself & Loved Ones

From humorous to brass tacks, there's a planner for everyone

If the shelves — and sales numbers — of booksellers are any indication, end-of-life planners are having a moment. And for good reason. From final wishes, to funeral plans, to financial matters, loved ones are too often left scrambling, all … Continue reading

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