Signs of the Times

October 2016 Issue | Vol 131 No 10

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Go healthy for good - October 2016

Wake early on weekdays and sleep in on weekends? Well, you could be increasing your risk of heart disease and diabetes.

The earthquake that will end time

In late August, damaging earthquakes struck such diverse places as Italy and Myanmar. Is this what Jesus said was coming at the end of the world?

Father time

This fatherhood classic has good intentions, but ultimately misses the mark.

The brain-immune connection

Research shows what’s good for your brain is also good for your immune system.

Help for those stuck in poverty

A community-based project is helping to improve the livelihoods of villagers in Myanmar.

Making healthy burgers

While for a meat-eater a juicy burger can be one of life’s pleasures, most food such as this can bring on chronic disease.

Gift of the century

Our society increasingly measures people by the value of their possessions, but there’s an alternative that’s much better.

Listening to my hair grow

Taking a break when you’re overwhelmed by demands on your time, might be the best thing you can do.

Our battle with evil

Is it possible to overcome sin, and if so, how?

Living in enemy territory

The universe is at war. But there is something we can do about it.

Is sharing caring?

Do the promises of the “new economy” of a better community and a gentler impact on the environment stand up?

Pokémon go … but go where?

There’s much more to living in an augmented reality.

Standing at work

The standing desk phenomenon has gained traction in the workplace, but is it really that good for your health?

How to keep the Sabbath

There are many ways to enjoy the Sabbath that are in keeping with biblical principles.

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