Swatting at a pesky mosquito may be the best way to keep it from biting you. Researchers discovered that mosquitoes could associate a human odor with a mechanical shock similar to swatting and would avoid biting. The scientists say a swat could be as effective as wearing bug repellent. Source Link
Want to get paid to work out? There’s an app for that. The free Sweatcoin app for the iPhone rewards you with one of its namesake digital currency for every 1,000 steps you take. The Sweatcoins can be redeemed to buy workout gear and pay for fitness classes, or you can donate them to partner charities around the world. Source Link
It may not be the best choice for business communications, but there’s one word that gets the most responses when used to start an email. A study found that “hey” topped the list of opening words in emails that get replies. “Hello” was second and “greetings” came in third, but there was only a 50-50 chance you’d hear back when starting with the word “dear.” Source Link
