Norwegian University of Science and Technology

Most people naturally cradle babies in their left arm, a phenomenon confirmed by numerous studies and depicted in art, such as the Virgin Mary holding baby Jesus. Researchers suggest this bias might be linked to hearing the heartbeat, processing emotions, or simply keeping the dominant arm free for other tasks.You probably haven’t ever given it much thought, but almost everyone cradles a baby in one specific arm. The vast majority of people always cradle a baby in the crook of their left arm.Why is that?“Researchers have…

A landmark study highlights education’s crucial role in extending life expectancy, with each additional year of schooling reducing mortality risk by 2%. It underscores the need for global educational investments to combat health inequalities, especially in under-researched low-income regions. Credit: SciTechDaily.comEvery additional year of education is estimated by scientists to reduce mortality by 2 percent.Education improves health and longevity for people of all ages, genders, geographical locations, and…