There is no relationship between sex and later physical or mental performance, but this is a very widespread idea. Erotic fasting was practiced in the Greek Olympics, medieval tournaments, and duels in the 19th century. For Buddhists and Hindus, ejaculation consumes spiritual energy. The etoros of Papua New Guinea believe that each male has his reserve of semen, and that he will die if he depletes it. That is why, before making great efforts, they supply themselves by giving blowjobs to others. Although there are no reasons to support it, the myth is so ingrained that perhaps it works by suggestion.
Is sexual abstinence useful to perform more in sports?
Japanese scientists create a 'washing machine for humans'
Can you imagine taking a relaxing bath in a machine that washes you with bubbles, plays relaxing music or videos?
Insect swarms generate as much electricity as a thunderstorm
Swarms of bees can generate an electrical charge of 1,000 volts per meter, a higher voltage density than thunderclouds and electrified dust storms.
This is what the Earth's magnetic field sounds like
The shield that protects our planet sounds 'pretty scary', according to ESA engineers.
Days were only 17 hours long 2.46 billion years ago
It was when the Moon was much closer to our planet. As the centuries pass, the Moon slowly recedes and the length of our day gradually lengthens accordingly.
Women are better at doing crosswords
A new study has revealed that women have a 'small but robust' advantage over time.