Mental and Physical Effects of Magic Mushrooms

Wikimedia Commons There's evidence that tripping on magic mushrooms could actually free the mind. Advertisement Several small studies have linked the psychoactive ingredient in shrooms (which are illegal) with several purported health benefits, including the potential to help relieve anxiety and depression. But, as with any drug, shrooms also come with risks. And because they're classified as Schedule 1 — meaning they have "no accepted medical use" — it's been pretty tough for scientists to tease out exactly what they can and can't do. [Read More]

The best sports bar in every state, according to Yelp

Updated Sports bars are a mainstay of American culture, a place where fans can come together and watch the big game, while enjoying classic food and beers.We compiled a list of the best sports bars in every state with help from Yelp, based on customer reviews.The best bars included those with top-notch chicken wings, plenty of beer options, and flawless sports broadcasting.Visit Insider's homepage for more stories. There are plenty of incredible bars all over the United States, and if you enjoy watching the game at a local spot with a casual atmosphere and great food choices, you'll no doubt have an opinion on the best sports bar in your area. [Read More]

A 23-year-old woman has stopped wearing a bra to start a 'saggy boobs' movement and her photos a

Redeem now Chidera Eggerue started the #SaggyBoobsMatter movement to make a point about body image.The 23-year-old, London-based blogger started the movement in 2017.The body-positive campaign has gone viral.The campaign resonates with a lot of people, although she's faced some backlash. Growing up, Chidera Eggerue hated her body because of her self-proclaimed "saggy boobs." But when she turned 19, she stopped wearing bras, embraced her breasts, and learned to love herself. [Read More]

Elizabeth Morales - Business Insider

Elizabeth Morales is the Senior Social Media Editor overseeing social strategy at Insider, Inc. She oversees all vertical video content including TikTok, Instagram and Facebook Reels, YouTube Shorts, and Snap Spotlight. Additionally, she oversees Insider's Instagram strategy, engagement strategy across all platforms, live event coverage, and social-first series. Her work on TikTok has earned her the "Rising Star" award from the 2021 Global Social Media Awards and the "Best in Audience Engagement" [Read More]

Jonah Hill's ex-girlfriend accused him of being 'emotionally abusive' in a series of Instagram stori

Redeem now Jonah Hill's ex-girlfriend Sarah Brady has accused the actor of being "emotionally abusive." In a series of Instagram stories, Brady shared what she claims to be text messages between the pair. Brady wrote that she wanted Hill to be held "accountable" for his actions. Jonah Hill's ex-girlfriend accused him of being "emotionally abusive" and shared what she claimed to be screenshots of messages he sent her during their relationship. [Read More]

Military pay: This is how much US troops are paid according to their rank

Updated This is a list of typical military pay, from entry-level Army privates ($24,648 a year) to Air Force generals ($203,688). Base pay for a new enlistee comes out to $20,340 per year, but they'll earn more as they gain experience and rank. Most service members also receive allowances for housing, food, uniforms, and job-specific bonuses, many of which are not taxed. How much are US troops paid? [Read More]

This Winter Could Be Really Bad For New York's Black Bears

Redeem now This last year's been extremely odd for black bears in New York, culminating in many more cubs than usual, though many are skinnier than they should be. "We've seen more cubs than ever before," Ed Reed, senior biologist with the state Department of Environmental Conservation told Rochester's WHEC-TV. North Country Wild Care's Trish Markisaid: "We saw five of them running around Glens Falls the other day." [Read More]

Deion Sanders wanted his HBCU football team dressed to the nines so Michael Strahan fitted them

Redeem now NFL legend Deion Sanders is now head football coach at Jackson State University, a Mississippi HBCU. Ahead of Sanders' first season, Michael Strahan and Men's Wearhouse made custom suits for the team. Sanders and Strahan told Insider about how they hoped to support "underappreciated" HBCU programs. Deion Sanders and Michael Strahan have more in common than the gold jackets hanging in their closets. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. [Read More]

Peptide Therapy Is Getting Popular With Tech Workers

One of the hottest longevity trends among tech workers these days are peptide treatments which include pills, injections, and topical creams that can enhance performance, improve skin elasticity, increase libido, and even fight against diseases. Peptides, which are essentially short chains of amino acids, fall into a "new kind of wedge in between supplements and prescription pills," Silicon Valley's go-to neuroscientist, Dr. Andrew Huberman, said on a recent episode of the Flagrant podcast. [Read More]

The 8 Best Olaplex Dupes to Repair Damaged Hair

When you buy through our links, Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more Bleaching, dying, heat styling, and chemical relaxers may help you achieve your hair goals, but they come with a hefty price, leaving your hair feeling dry, brittle, and breakage-prone. I would know: I've put my hair through all of them. Fortunately, there are a ton of bond-building products on the market that can help to reverse and repair this damage, making hair look — and feel — much better from the inside out. [Read More]