I came across an interesting collection of cigar feet photos. I always find it interesting to observe the variety noticed by people who are involved with the subject. Being a non-smoker, and having very little experience with and access to cigars, I know I would have never discovered something like this. Beautiful patterns.
Via Kottke.org.
Last night I slept for only a couple of hours. That seems to be a perfect opportunity to share recent Big Picture’s collection of sleeping people photographs. Lights out will be much earlier today for me…
Cyprus Mail reports:
TWO Cyprus-specific gene mutations that increase the likelihood of breast cancer have been identified by the Institute of Neurology and Genetics.
The genetic changes – in genes BRCA1 and BRCA2 – “haven’t been found anywhere else in the world – not even Greece,” said head of electron microscopy and molecular pathology Kyriacos Kyriacou.
This reminded me of a DNA testing and profiling company 23andMe. Apparently, their prices decreased significantly since the last time I checked. Now it is much more affordable with the price of $99 + 1 year commitment to $9/month or a $399 once off. It used to be around $2000 if I remember correctly.
Cyprus Updates reports that the island is under mosquito attack:
The recent flood of mosquitoes in Cyprus has alerted the local authorities. The sudden increase in temperature and atmospheric humidity has favoured the reproduction of mosquitoes. Mosquitoes apart from being a nuisance can also be carriers of dangerous diseases therefore the Health Services have already started spraying affected public areas. They are also recommending that people take measures to prevent mosquito bites and stop their rapid reproduction. These include repair of water reservoirs and drainage inlet covers, cleaning of waste bins, and introduction of net on windows.
On one hand, it’s nice to that authorities are on top of the situation and are actually doing something about it. On the other, in the minds of local people, things like “they are also recommending that people take measures…” often sounds like “they are also recommending that people other than myself take measures…”.
Fake Science has a brilliant explanation of the hangover headache that we are all so well familiar with.
