The Hidden Costs of Multitasking

Multitasking is a very common scenario I find myself in, and I’m sure many people can relate. Whether that be listening to music while revising, replying to messages whilst going homework, scrolling whilst watching a video. It feels like doing more than one thing is a skill we must master in this fast-paced world. But despite its reputation, multitasking comes with hidden costs that quietly damage how we think, learn, and feel.

The Hidden Costs of Multitasking

Why Do Our Stomachs Sound Like They’re Experiencing an Avalanche?

The bowel – more formally known as the gastrointestinal (GI) tract is one of the modest heroes of human biology. Its job is deceptively simple: extract nutrients and minerals from the food we eat, then efficiently dispose of the leftovers. But in reality, it’s a finely tuned system of muscular tubes working around the clock to keep us alive, energised, and (mostly) comfortable.

Why Do Our Stomachs Sound Like They’re Experiencing an Avalanche?

Greenland: A 51st US State?

You might wonder why Greenland, a territory with a population of less than 60,000, has suddenly dominated news headlines. And it is not an environmental call for help despite the fact that ice sheets are shrinking. Rather, its geographical positioning and large mineral reserves have garnered much attention from influential political leaders worldwide, and in particular from US President Donald Trump.

Greenland: A 51st US State?