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Why is French the official language of the Olympics? Jul 29, 2024

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It may seem surprising that French is the official language of the Olympic Games, given that it’s ‘only’ the 5th most spoken language in the world.

According to a report by the International Francophone Organisation in 2022, there are an estimated 321 million French speakers in the world, putting it behind Spanish, Hindi, Mandarin, and English. Nevertheless, the French language has played a significant role at a global level, and in various spheres, since the Middle Ages. Let's explore the importance it’s taken on since the modern Olympic Games were established in 1896.

Did France play any role in creating the Olympics? Is that the only reason? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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How long do I have to wait to swim after eating?

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Why do we get travel sick?

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What are the three most unusual Olympic moments? Jul 27, 2024

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Paris is hosting the Olympics for the first time in a century, which is a reminder of just how long the modern Games have been running. Since their inception in Athens back in 1896, we’ve seen many strange records, which fans and pundits love to talk about every four years. Let’s run through some of the quirkiest!

The early 20th century Games must have been very different to the Olympics we know and love these days! Are there any particularly bizarre record? What about the youngest medallist? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Is Bedrotting bad for your health?

Could intentional inflexibility help you succeed at work?

Why do we get travel sick?

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How can I stop micro-awakenings from disrupting my sleep? Jul 26, 2024

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According to a Direct Line Group study from 2022, over 70% of UK adults don’t get the recommended 7-9 hours of sleep per night. Nighttime micro-awakenings are a common contributing problem.

For many of us, they happen four to six times per night without us even noticing. And they usually just mark the end of a sleep cycle. But they’re more common in some people, and can be down to various factors like anxiety, mental hyperactivity, asthma, acid reflux, or arthritis. The effects of caffeine, tea, alcohol, and tobacco should also be considered. And it’s important to know that as you age, your production of sleep hormone melatonin decreases.

How are our sleep cycles structured? What should I do if these micro-awakenings become too frequent? What if those techniques don’t work for me? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Is Bedrotting bad for your health?

Could intentional inflexibility help you succeed at work?

Why do we get travel sick?

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Why are the Olympic Games held every 4 years? Jul 25, 2024

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Here we are, seven years after the announcement by the International Olympic Committee, the Paris Summer Games are about to begin! And for the first time since World War II, the usual four-year gap between the Games was disrupted, as the Tokyo Games were postponed to 2021 due to the global pandemic. In fact, this tradition of holding the Games every four years goes back a very long way and was not introduced by chance; it even has a name: the Olympiad.

It’s a common misconception, but the term “Olympiad” actually refers to the four-year period between the Games, not the Games themselves. While “Olympiads” in the plural can denote the events, “an Olympiad” in the singular specifically marks the interval between two editions. This distinction has sparked debates in literary and academic circles for decades.

Doesn’t the Olympiad refer to the games themselves? So why was there a 4-year period in ancient times? And why are they still going on? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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What are the world's least safe travel destinations? Jul 24, 2024

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In past episodes of Do You Really Know, we’ve talked about the best holiday destinations in the UK and abroad, as well as how to find the most budget-friendly options. Today though, we’re going to talk about security.

The idea of visiting many countries all over the world is enticing, but it's important to remember that some destinations are significantly more dangerous than others. Rather than making decisions based on intuition, why not consider using guidance that’s actually based on facts and statistics. One such example is the annual risk map produced by Swedish software company Safeture, which ranks countries based on how safe they are for tourists.

Which are the most dangerous then? What if I really need to visit one of these countries? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Is Bedrotting bad for your health?

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How long do I have to wait to swim after eating? Jul 24, 2024

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I’m sure at some point as a child on holiday you were told not to go swimming right after eating. Popular belief suggests that we should wait a certain amount of time before getting into the water, in order to let our bodies finish digesting.

Some parents swear by a 30-minute rule, while others say up to two hours, depending on how heavy a meal has been consumed! But in reality, we know that digestion can actually take more than three hours.

Shouldn’t we all be waiting at least three hours in that case? What does cold water shock have to do with eating? Are there any ways to prevent cold water shock? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Is Bedrotting bad for your health?

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Is Bedrotting bad for your health? Jul 23, 2024

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Whether it’s reading, journaling, enjoying breakfast, or scrolling through social media, these are just a few activities people indulge in while lounging in bed. For some, this has evolved into an art form, popularized by a viral TikTok trend known as “bed rotting.” This habit embodies a laid-back attitude, where productivity and responsibilities are momentarily cast aside in favor of a few minutes or hours of procrastination.

Eleanor McGlinchey, a sleep psychologist at Manhattan Therapy Collective and Associate Professor of Psychology at Fairleigh Dickinson University, suggests that spending time in bed before starting the day can provide a sense of control over our time and lives. The same concept applies at night: we attempt to reclaim control over our day by lingering in bed before sleep, effectively delaying bedtime. This phenomenon, known as revenge bedtime procrastination, serves as a form of rebellion against our daily responsibilities.

But what does this have to do with health? What are the potential problems of bed rotting? Can Bed Rotting Be a Sign of Withdrawal? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Why do some people believe in ghosts?

What is the placebo effect and how does it work?

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Could intentional inflexibility help you succeed at work? Jul 22, 2024

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Multitasking, or the art of juggling several tasks at once, is more common than ever before in the workplace. In 2022, a German think tank called Next Work Innovation released a study which showed that knowledge workers are interrupted on average every four minutes during the working day!

In a past episode of Do You Really Know, we discussed how our brains manage to cope with multiple demands at once. Suffice to say: it’s not easy! It can be really tricky to focus again after a distraction, and many workers believe interruptions negatively impact their productivity and well-being at work.

Why is it so important to know how to say no then? How can I learn to say no then? What if saying no is just too difficult? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Could textertunism be damaging your friendships?

What foods should you avoid to lose belly fat?

How can I cut my summer holiday spending?

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Why do we get travel sick? Jul 20, 2024

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During summer holidays, many of us experience the discomfort of motion sickness while travelling by car, coach, plane, or boat. motion sickness is Also known as kinetosis and it’s particularly common in children but can also affect a lot of adults. According to the US government’s Medline Plus portal, one in three people are prone to it.

Symptoms include paleness, cold sweats, dizziness, a feeling of discomfort in the upper stomach, nausea, and headaches. If you’re affected, no doubt some of those unpleasant sensations will be familiar.

What causes motion sickness? What can I do to prevent motion sickness? What should I do if I start experiencing motion sickness? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Could textertunism be damaging your friendships?

What foods should you avoid to lose belly fat?

How can I cut my summer holiday spending?

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Could textertunism be damaging your friendships? Jul 19, 2024

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Is there anyone in your phone contacts who only seems to text you when they need something? It might be a nice surprise at first when you see their name on your notifications, but then when you read the content of their message, the real reason for them reaching out becomes obvious.

You just know that once you give them what they need, it won’t take long for them to disappear again. If this friendship dynamic rings a bell, you’re most likely dealing with a “textertunist”, and you may not even have realised it!

Is asking for favours by text really that bad? What’s the best way to deal with it then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Why do some people believe in ghosts?

What is the placebo effect and how does it work?

Could chronoworking make you work more efficiently?

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