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Why are mass murderers often men?
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Why are mass murderers often men?

Whenever a mass shooting, shooting or massacre occurs, up to 98% of the risk of a culprit is a man. Why is that?

December 18, 2018
Women's bags are dirtier than the toilet
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Women's bags are dirtier than the toilet

The item in the bag contains the most germs, even more than lipstick, which is hand cream. These cream tubes contain more germs than a normal toilet.

December 18, 2018
Boys can make mothers worse than girls
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Boys can make mothers worse than girls

Pregnancy and lactation are two activities that consume a lot of human nutrition and energy. So many people think women's life expectancy decreases if they give birth to…

December 18, 2018
Low wages cause high blood pressure
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Low wages cause high blood pressure

Low wages are a risk factor for high blood pressure, especially for women and young workers, a new study from US researchers confirms.

December 18, 2018
Marriage is good for women's hearts
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Marriage is good for women's hearts

Marriage is not only good for men's heart health but also for women, according to research by Finnish scientists.

December 18, 2018