Tag: natural

Unnatural Keys

At time of writing, I am working in the music industry. And as part of that work, we want a database of all of the songs in the world so that we can properly identify unknown songs and provide attribution so that folks can get paid appropriately. It is a noble goal with some interesting engineering ...

Introduction to Natural Language Processing with PyTorch (2/5)

In the previous unit, we have learnt to represent text by numbers. Here, we’ll explore some of the approaches to feeding variable-length text into a neural network to collapse the input sequence into a fixed-length vector, which can then be used in the classifier. To begin with, let’...

Accessorize Your Home With Natural Color Paintings

Simple as that: bare walls are not cozy and attractive. Any room in your house will be improved by the addition of Natural Color Painting. Your selection of the design ethos can say a lot about you. Your house should represent your uniqueness and have a homely sense. In this blog you would get to...

A Family’s Guide to Dublin: 3 Days of Discovery, Flavor, and Natural Wonder

Dublin’s charm reaches beyond its rich history and vibrant culture. It extends to its world-famous whiskeys, beers, and gins, mouth-watering local cuisine, and the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher. Here’s a 3-day guide for families eager to experience the best of what Dublin has to offer. ...

A 7-day Turkish Adventure: Immerse Yourself in Turkey’s History, Culture and Natural Wonders

Turkey is a fascinating country with a unique blend of history, culture and breathtaking landscapes. In just seven days, you can experience a remarkable journey through Turkey and discover its many wonders. In this blog post, you’ll find a detailed itinerary for each day to help you make the m...

Not Just a Party: Miami’s Natural Wonders

Miami is not just home to the best Cuban Sandwiches on Calle Ocho, Miami Hurricane football and baseball, Dolphins football, Heat basketball, a vibrant cityscape, and bustling urban life — but it is also home to a myriad of incredible natural wonders. Miami offers a diverse range of natural la...

Exploring Washington State: A Journey from Urban Vibrancy to Natural Grandeur

Upon the completion of my academic pursuits at the university, a sense of restlessness emerged within my husband and me. Having resided in an urban setting since 2020, there grew a yearning for new horizons. Our past experience, predominantly anchored in ski town living, left us with a palpable urge...

Exploring Washington State: A Journey from Urban Vibrancy to Natural Grandeur

Upon the completion of my academic pursuits at the university, a sense of restlessness emerged within my husband and me. Having resided in an urban setting since 2020, there grew a yearning for new horizons. Our past experience, predominantly anchored in ski town living, left us with a palpable urge...

Vancouver: A City of Natural Beauty, Delicious Cuisine, and Endless Adventure — Discover the Top Attractions!

Vancouver, a coastal city located in the Lower Mainland region of British Columbia, Canada, is a must-visit destination for any traveler. Known for its natural beauty, vibrant culture, and delicious cuisine, Vancouver offers a wide variety of activities for visitors to enjoy. Here are some of the be...

How to Activate Your Natural Spiritual Power and Let Your Gifts Guide Your Life.

Think of someone you deeply admire, not just for what they’ve accomplished but for who they are as a person. A person who seems at home in their body, who seems to react with grace to every situation. A person who seems to know the energy in the room as soon as they walk into it. Guided by the...

Will America Ever Fully Embrace the Beauty of Black People's Natural Hair?

Black hair is so amazing; it can defy gravity. Many children learn this at a young age, picking out their afros in the mirror and possibly experimenting with different styles. It's remarkable to see all the shapes black hair can hold and consider the cultural traditions they represent. However, ...

Natural Product Synthesis in the 21st Century: Beyond the Mountain Top

The review provides a broad perspective on natural product total synthesis and where the field may be headed in the future by Professor Ryan Shenvi. The introductory sections establish some key concepts and terminology around chemical synthesis and natural products. Chemical synthesis joins molecule...

Shifting our relationships with the natural world

I wrote a dissertation contributing to the development of practical tools aiming at co-creating with non-humans using caring practices in public institutions. If you want to read the full thesis you can access it here. Living in an age where the amount of climate change science is expanding ...

World3 : the first computational model to incorporate natural physical limits in the economy.

The all World3 system is fed by an input of resources. We can distinguish between renewable resources (Land, water, forest, ecosystem) and non-renewable resources (Fossil fuels, materials). These sources describe a first set of unchangeable physical constraints of the Earth. On the output ...

Alfred North Whitehead’s Natural Theology

Whitehead started off his academic life as a professor of mathematics. With Bertrand Russell, he wrote Principia Mathematica, perhaps the most dense book ever written. But like Ludwig Wittgenstein, Whitehead abandoned Russell’s analytical, reductionist view of the world and became a ...

Is our natural cause of death encoded in our DNA?

It’s crucial to recognize that genetics interact with a multitude of factors throughout our lives. While they may predispose individuals to certain health risks, they do not seal one’s fate in terms of cause of death. Lifestyle decisions, including diet, exercise, smoking habits, stress ...

Yellowstone National Park: A Natural Wonderland

It hosts a rich diversity of animals, including grizzly bears, wolves, bald eagles, cutthroat trout, and herds of bison and elk. The park also protects a variety of plants, from sub-alpine forests to grasslands and wetlands. Yellowstone is a living laboratory for scientists, conservationists, ...

The Great Flood: How a Glacial Catastrophe Shaped the Ohio Valley and its Natural Gas Riches

Nestled within the heart of the Ohio Valley lies a hidden treasure, a tale of geological marvels and abundant natural resources. Imagine standing on the edge of a vast landscape, where the whispers of ancient glaciers and the whispers of untapped riches echo through the air. It is here, in this capt...

Why Log to the Base ‘e’ is called the Natural Logarithm.

When Napier first introduced Logarithms back in the 1600s, he thought that this was a neat little way to do calculations and increase mathematical efficiency. It was not until Euler came along and introduced the two most frequently used forms of Logarithms: — 1) Natural and 2) Common. When ...

Harnessing the Power of Endocannabinoids: Your Body’s Natural Defense Against Stress

The human body is an absolute marvel, capable of self regulation, and optimization even under the most grueling conditions. Inside all of us reside vast systems designed to counter stress from the outside world. These internal networks are designed to fight off infections, promote or tackle infla...

Natural Remedies in the Age of Modern Medicine

God’s Healing Built into the Earth Glory to God for blessing us with natural remedies to heal through nature: through its plants, diet, and nutrition. Let’s check out some ways to get healed from diseases and illnesses beyond prescription medication. This article w...

A Climate Story Through Thyme

Take a hike through the Maltese landscape in June, and you’ll catch the scent of Wild Thyme lingering in the air before you even catch sight of the vibrant violet flowers adorning the otherwise understated palette of the countryside. On returning home, traces of the herbal, earthy Mediterra...

Mindfulness at the Natural History Museum

I spent half an hour in the National History Museum (NHM) vault this morning. Alone with 296 diamonds; the Aurora Pyramid of Hope is a glittering display of extremely rare stones in every color of the rainbow. They even glow in the dark. As soon as the museum opens, I make a beeline to the gem ro...

The Power of Names: Language as the Catalyst for Change at the Institute of Natural Sciences

Inthe heart of Brussels, the Royal Belgian Institute of Natural Sciences (RBINS) stands as a testament to more than just its iconic dinosaurs. While these prehistoric giants have long captured the public imagination, making the RBINS one of Belgium’s most frequented museums with nearly 400,000...

Romantic and Natural: 6 Cottage Core Outfit Ideas on a Budge

Affordable cottage-core outfits you can find on Amazon These 7 adorable cottage-core outfit ideas are perfect if you’re in love with the idea of embracing nature, nostalgia, and a slower pace of life. Whether you’re wandering through flower-filled meadows, tending to your garden, or e...

Beauty: Natural Skin Care Food

The article discusses the benefits of cocoa flavanols, powerful antioxidants found in chocolate on skin health and aging. These flavanols combat oxidative stress, a primary contributor to aging and skin deterioration. The article provides evidence-based insights into how these diet...

The Beauty of Natural Foods: Healthy Eating Can Give You Natural Beauty, so Don’t Waste Your Money on Skin Care Products.

Natural skincare is a hot topic in the beauty industry. When we think about enhancing our beauty, the first step is often skincare. But with so many products claiming to be the best, it can be hard to find something that’s both effective and worth our money. Luckily, researchers have...

Embrace Your Natural Beauty Today | Tips & Insights

When it comes to beauty, the concept of natural beauty has gained significant attention in recent years. But what does it really mean to embrace your natural beauty and why is it important? Natural beauty goes beyond just physical appearance. It encompasses a holistic approach to self-care and se...

Nature’s Best: 7 Essential Tips for Natural Beauty and Wellness

Nature, in its pursuit of beauty and wellness, proffers exceptionally effective rejuvenating solutions. The philosophy underpinning natural beauty care pivots on our ability to tap into the simplicity and purity offered by nature; we use these elements strategically to enhance our physical appearanc...

Top 5 Natural Whitening Serums for a Safe and Effective Brightening Effect

Everyone wants healthy-looking skin which is free of uneven pigmentation. If you’re tired of subjecting your skin to harsh chemicals and seeking a gentler and safer alternative, natural whitening serums might be just what you need. Our skin can become dull and discolored for a variety of reaso...

Try This To Get Natural Soft Pink Lips

Boil a cup of water for 2 minutes. Then, get a towel, dip it in the hot water, wait for a minute to cool down then apply on your lips for 2 minutes. Using that same hot water, dip a toothbrush and apply and brush on the lip. Afterwards, get the following below; Read More

Will America Ever Fully Embrace the Beauty of Black People's Natural Hair?

Black hair is so amazing; it can defy gravity. Many children learn this at a young age, picking out their afros in the mirror and possibly experimenting with different styles. It's remarkable to see all the shapes black hair can hold and consider the cultural traditions they represent. However, ...

Enhancing Natural Beauty: Lisa Eldridge Makeup Review for Women Over 50

So I don’t know about you, but I am finding it increasingly difficult to find things to watch on TV these days which means nine times out of ten I end up watching YouTube. A while ago (8 years) I first watched a Lisa Eldridge video when I was planning on going to a New Year's Eve fancy dre...

The Best Natural Remedies To Get Rid Of Eye Bags

Hello! Let’s dive into a topic close to many of our hearts — under-eye bags, the arch-nemesis of looking fresh-faced. We’ve all had those mornings when we groggily check the mirror and wish for a little magic. But hey, I’ve got some natural remedies up my sleeve to bid those ...

Natural cosmetics or dermocosmetics? Choose the best way to take care of your skin

Choosing the right skincare products can be confusing with so many options available. Nowadays, we are more mindful of what we use on our skin, considering ingredients and their origins. With increasing environmental awareness, natural cosmetics have become more and more popular. But let&r...

Must-Have Skincare Products for Healthy Skin

Taking care of your skin is essential to maintain a healthy and radiant complexion. With the multitude of skincare products available in the market, it can be overwhelming to choose the right ones for your skin type and concerns. To help you navigate through the sea of skincare products, we have cur...

Organic and Natural Skincare Brands That Deliver Results

Clean beauty, a term used to describe products made with non-toxic ingredients, has gained significant traction in the beauty industry. Consumers are scrutinizing product labels, avoiding parabens, sulfates, phthalates, and other potentially harmful substances. As a result, many skincare brands are ...