Patti Smith releases her new memoir, M Train

Patti Smith releases her new memoir, M Train

Patti Smith’s new book was published on October 6th: it is entitled M Train and is the sequel to Just Kids, the first memorial written by “the priestess of rock n’ roll”. Just Kids received great acclaim from audiences and critics alike: it was included in the New York Times’ list of best sellers of the year

The music that relaxes cats in surgical theatres

The music that relaxes cats in surgical theatres

Music has many beneficial effects on humans and, according to recent studies, even on patients in the surgical environment, since it helps reduce pain, anxiety and stress. A joint study of the University of Lisbon and a clinic of Barreiro, Portugal, published in the Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, reveals that music has positive influence

Cycling the ‘Kittymobile’ from Amsterdam to London

Cycling the ‘Kittymobile’ from Amsterdam to London

A trip by bike from Amsterdam to London with two cats in tow. Obviously, the four-legged travel companions didn’t run after their master Thomas, but they were on board of a peculiar cargo bike. They travelled many cities, drawing the attention of young and old passengers, due to Mushi’s and Cheesy’s big eyes looking around.

Cats and pregnancy: here’s what you should know about toxoplasmosis

Cats and pregnancy: here’s what you should know about toxoplasmosis

Are you pregnant? So, get rid of your cat. Expecting women with a cat probably have heard these words at least once in their life. The boogeyman is toxoplasmosis, an asymptomatic infectious disease that if contracted and transmitted to fetus during pregnancy can cause abortion or severe malformation.   Actually, it is really unlikely to

4 (scientifically proven) facts about your cat

4 (scientifically proven) facts about your cat

17th February is World Cat Day. To celebrate this smart and mysterious animal, that was sacred in ancient Egypt and considered a sign of witchcraft in the Middle Ages, we quote four interesting studies about them.   1) Cats recognise their owners’ voice and they consciously ignore it It is a study conducted by Tokyo

5 reasons why dogs and cats are good for your health

5 reasons why dogs and cats are good for your health

  This article could dissuade you from not having pets because of germophobia or the annoyance of dust and hairs. Living with dogs and cats could effectively be a panacea for the entire family. Here’s why:   1) Less allergies, asthma and coughs in children Several studies have been carried out on this topic. Research, published