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How can I save money when using electrical appliances?

05 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You might be surprised to learn that how we use our electric devices can make real changes to our energy consumption and our bills. So here are some s...

[RERUN] What is OCD?

05 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

OCD stands for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. Contrary to popular opinion, we’re not just talking about irritating little quirks. The condition prof...

Why do we get the post-sex blues?

04 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve ever felt strangely sad after having sex, you may have wondered what on earth was wrong with you. After all, we’re supposed to lie aroun...

What can be done about snoring?

04 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

According to the British Snoring and Sleep Apnea Association, 41% of the UK population snore, which means there are approximately 15 million snorers i...

How can I make and keep my new year’s resolutions?

03 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For many new year’s is a great time to take a look at your life and make some changes. Unfortunately, According to the time management firm Franklin...

[RERUN] What is Veganuary?

03 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Here we are just a few days into 2023! Have you made, or perhaps already broken, any New Year’s resolutions? Well, it’s not too late to get involv...

What happens to our bodies when we do Dry January?

02 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You’re most likely familiar with the concept of Dry January, which started out in the UK in 2013 and has since become hugely popular. It involves no...

How can I stop smoking?

01 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We all know that the effects of tobacco on the human body are devastating. The World Health Organisation says that it kills more than 8 million people...

Why has astrology come back into fashion?

31 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you noticed more of your friends talking about their star signs of late? Maybe they try to guess the sign of people they meet, or come out with u...

How is toilet paper helping to reduce suicide in Japan?

30 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"Dear you, spending painful days pretending to be okay for someone else. You don't need to tell us everything... but how about just a little of it?" I...

How can I celebrate New Year’s at home and still have fun?

29 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Heading out to celebrate the New Year can be great fun, but it can also be stressful, crowded and expensive. And it is not always possible you might l...

[10 WORDS THAT MADE 2022] What is Roe vs Wade, the ruling that guaranteed American women abortion rights?

29 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do You Really Know, Bababam's daily podcast, helps you understand the true meaning behind the trends, concepts and acronyms that are making headlines....

Should we be worried about the Lensa AI avatar app?

28 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you’re a big social media user, you’ve likely seen an influx of illustrated selfies on your feeds in the last month or so. All of a sudden, you...

How does the 3-30-300 rule affect my mental health?

28 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In our increasingly urbanised world, it’s important to make time for reconnecting with nature. The latest study to grab our attention in this area w...

How can I return unwanted gifts?

27 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It’s great to be remembered by friends, colleagues, and family at Christmas, but despite people’s best intentions, they don't always get you what ...

[10 WORDS THAT MADE 2022] What is war rape?

27 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do You Really Know, Bababam's daily podcast, helps you understand the true meaning behind the trends, concepts and acronyms that are making headlines....

Could the deep work technique help me concentrate better at work?

26 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Distractions in the workplace are almost endless, from Slack group notifications to questions from colleagues to the dozen or more tabs you’ve got o...

[10 WORDS THAT MADE 2022] What is dawn dating?

26 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do You Really Know, Bababam's daily podcast, helps you understand the true meaning behind the trends, concepts and acronyms that are making headlines....

What can I do to relieve heartburn?

25 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Christmas festivities often go hand in hand with overindulgence, in the form of large servings of roast dinner, yummy pudding and alcohol consumption....

[10 WORDS THAT MADE 2022] What is shrinkflation, the sneaky tactic manufacturers are hiding from consumers?

25 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do You Really Know, Bababam's daily podcast, helps you understand the true meaning behind the trends, concepts and acronyms that are making headlines....

Why are Christmas films so popular?

24 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you were to turn on your TV right now, or open up Netflix, the chances of you stumbling upon a cheesy Christmas movie would be pretty high. They te...

[10 WORDS THAT MADE 2022] Is "quiet quitting" helping employees find a better work-life balance?

24 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do You Really Know, Bababam's daily podcast, helps you understand the true meaning behind the trends, concepts and acronyms that are making headlines....

[10 WORDS THAT MADE 2022] What shady tactics have been uncovered by the Uber files leak?

23 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do You Really Know, Bababam's daily podcast, helps you understand the true meaning behind the trends, concepts and acronyms that are making headlines....

How can I protect my mental health during the holiday season?

22 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Christmas is seen as a season of joy, but it can also be a testing time for many people, whether it’s mentally, emotionally, physically or financial...

[10 WORDS THAT MADE 2022] Do we have a treatment for Monkeypox at last?

22 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do You Really Know, Bababam's daily podcast, helps you understand the true meaning behind the trends, concepts and acronyms that are making headlines....

Why does Christmas boost our libido?

21 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

According to a study published in the Scientific Reports journal in 2017, the holiday season sees a peak in sex-related searches on Google and Twitter...

Is Santa Claus red because of Coca Cola?

21 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Christmas is almost upon us, and many of us see Coca Cola as being intrinsically linked to the season’s celebrations. That’s in no small part due ...

Why does Norway offer a Christmas tree to London every year?

20 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you have ever been to London over Christmas then you could not have missed the lights on oxford street and of course the huge Christmas tree standi...

[10 WORDS THAT MADE 2022] What is Stan Culture ?

20 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do You Really Know, Bababam's daily podcast, helps you understand the true meaning behind the trends, concepts and acronyms that are making headlines....

How to have an eco-friendly Christmas?

19 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Christmas need not be a frenzy of shopping and unwanted gifts; more and more of us want to be mindful, minimal-waste consumers so here are some tips o...

[10 WORDS THAT MADE 2022] What are puff bars?

19 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do You Really Know, Bababam's daily podcast, helps you understand the true meaning behind the trends, concepts and acronyms that are making headlines....

[RERUN] What is Hanukkah?

18 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week marks the start of Hanukkah, so listen to our rerun episode that looks at the history and customs related to the annual Jewish festival whic...

How can I prepare my home for a blackout?

17 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

National Grid has warned of potential blackouts in the UK this winter, due to gas shortages. If it does happen, it would be the first time the country...

Why do Christmas decorations make me feel happier?

16 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Now if you’re anything like us, you get your Christmas tree, baubles and tinsel out before November has even ended! And as it turns out, psychologi...

How can I choose the perfect gift, according to science?

16 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Here we are, it’s one week until Christmas Day, meaning it’s your last chance to buy gifts for loved ones. There’s always a certain amount of pr...

Why is the latest wave of Covid-19 destabilising the Chinese regime?

16 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On the night of 24th November 2022, a locked down building caught fire in Urumqi in the majority-Uyghur Xinjiang region of China. Firefighters were he...

How to save money on your heating bill this winter?

15 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As the cold weather closes in, it's time to put on the heating but there are plenty of ways to efficiently heat your home and save money. 46 percent ...

[RERUN] What is Ugly Sweater Day?

15 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It could be a Christmas tree, a skier in a bobble hat, a team of reindeer, a snowman or Mr Santa Claus himself. OK no need to guess, we’re talking a...

Who is Viktor Bout, the Russian "Merchant of Death" freed by the US?

14 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Prior to February 2022, the scenario of a women’s basketball star being traded for an arms dealer might have seemed inconceivable. But that’s exac...

What is friluftsliv, the perfect Norwegian lifestyle trend for winter?

14 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Last weekend brought snowfall across much of the United Kingdom, offering a clear sign that winter is here. Now with temperatures this low, the instin...

Can standing on one leg save your life?

13 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Surprising as it may seem, balance is more important than you might think. In September of 2022 the British Journal of Sports Medicine published the r...

[RERUN] What is the Tiananmen Square Massacre?

13 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

32 years ago today, Tiananmen Square in the heart of Beijing, saw unprecedented student protests. As night fell on June 3rd 1989, the Chinese military...

Why is physical contact important for our health?

12 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to expressions about skin, the English language is not lacking. For example, we can be thick or thin skinned, or have someone under our ...

What's the ideal temperature to stay healthy at home?

11 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Winter is coming and this year in particular people are wondering how to strike the right balance between comfort at home and continually rising energ...

[RERUN] What is the thyroid?

11 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This small butterfly-shaped gland is situated at the bottom of the neck, wrapped around the windpipe. It plays an important role in a number of bodily...

Why are Nobel Prizes so important?

10 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This Saturday sees the 2022 Nobel Prize award ceremony take place in Stockholm. Like every year, it’s held on 10th December, to coincide with the an...

Why was Kanye West’s Twitter account suspended?

09 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In recent weeks, one of the world’s most famous singers has been generating even more headlines than usual, but for all the wrong reasons. It all st...

How can you save money on your food bill?

08 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The cost of living crisis has seen food prices increase by as much as 65% according to the Office for National Statistics meaning that the average Bri...

[RERUN] What is Generation Covid?

08 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In social sciences, a generation refers to a group of the population whose members are around the same age and have hence lived through the same era. ...

How did the Act Up group change the way we think about AIDS?

07 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Every year, 1st December is World AIDS day. To mark the occasion, let’s look back at the story of the Act Up group. Act Up started causing a buzz in...

Who are the FARC, Colombia's most dangerous rebel group?

07 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In late November 2022, fighting killed at least 18 in a rural area of the Putumayu province in South west Colombia, near to the borders with Ecuador a...

Why is 'permacrisis' the new dictionary word of the year?

06 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This portmanteau word describes the feeling of “living through a period of war, inflation, and political instability,” Collins said it chose the w...

[RERUN] What are microplastics?

06 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There are tiny fragments of plastic pretty much everywhere in the ocean, in the ground and inside animals, including humans! These are known as microp...

Why do we get great ideas in the shower?

04 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever noticed that you tend to have your best ideas in the shower? If so, you’re not alone! A 2014 study conducted by cognitive psychologist...

[RERUN] What is the Britney Spears conservatorship case?

04 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ardent fans and onlookers alike have probably noticed the diva’s disappearance from major social media platforms, including Instagram. Before deacti...

Why do we see faces in inanimate objects?

03 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever looked at a piece of toast, a cloud or a nearby house and had the impression there’s a face in it, looking right back at you? If you’...

What is bae-realing, the new dating trend?

02 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ever since social media came along, dating trends have evolved constantly. They tend to reflect changes in society too. In previous episodes of Do You...

Why are Christmas adverts so moving?

01 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

John Lewis has released its annual Christmas advert; entitled ‘The Beginner.’ It follows the progress of a middle aged man as he slowly, painfully...

[RERUN] Can carbon farming help us reach net zero by 2050?

01 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Reaching carbon net zero by 2050 is one of the main objectives in the struggle against global warming. It’s also part of the Green New Deal the EU a...

Could Mastodon replace Twitter?

30 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As we discussed recently on Do You Really Know, Elon Musk’s Twitter buyout has been causing concern not just among company employees, but also” th...

Why do crowd crushes happen?

30 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On 29th October 2022, 20,000 people were celebrating Halloween in the Itaewon neighbourhood of Seoul in South Korea. One particularly narrow street be...

Is Britain the new place to get your wine?

29 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When you think of wine, you probably think of France, Bordeaux, Burgundy or Beaujolais. But we could soon be looking to Kent, Dorset and Hampshire ins...

[RERUN] What is the Iranian nuclear program?

29 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On the 23rd of Novembre 2022, Iran announced it would be producing enriched uranium, expanding its nuclear program. Listen to our rerun episode which ...

Why is there such a taboo over the prostate?

28 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The prostate is a male organ that's situated right above the bladder, in front of the rectum. It's a small gland the size of a chestnut that plays a f...