The Top 5 Crystal Discoveries of 2022: A Year-in-Review of Mineral Education, Market Integrity, and Energetic Science

By The Mineralogical & Gemological News Desk As the global wellness market continues to intersect with the earth sciences, the appetite for reliable, scientifically grounded information regarding crystals, minerals, and metaphysical properties has reached an all-time high. Throughout 2022, millions of enthusiasts, holistic practitioners, and amateur geologists turned to digital resources to deepen their understanding…

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Screen Time vs. Brain Health: Landmark 22-Year Study Links Frequent TV Watching to Reduced Brain Volume

WASHINGTON — In a striking new finding that challenges how researchers view sedentary lifestyles, a comprehensive 22-year study published in the peer-reviewed journal Alzheimer’s & Dementia has established a clear link between frequent television watching in middle age and reduced brain volume in regions specifically vulnerable to Alzheimer’s disease. The research, which tracked more than…

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Navigating Legal Limbo: Pagan Writer Alan U. Dalul Returns to The Wild Hunt After Nearly a Year Silenced by US Immigration

August 2026 — For nearly a year, Venezuelan immigrant, writer, and pagan columnist Alan U. Dalul existed in a state of suspended animation. Mired in the labyrinthine bureaucracy of United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) while awaiting the adjudication of his green card, Dalul faced a punishing mandate common to many applicants undergoing adjustment…

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Echoes of the Ancient Abyss: Newly Analyzed 2,800-Year-Old Israeli Relic Bridges Biblical and Greek Monster Lore

JERUSALEM — Archaeological discoveries often rewrite textbooks, but occasionally, they unearth narratives that feel ripped straight from modern fantasy. Such is the case with a remarkable 2,800-year-old artifact recently brought to light in Israel. Measuring no larger than a postage stamp, this tiny stone seal features an exquisitely carved, high-stakes battle between a heroic figure…

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Reflecting on a Phenomenal Year: The Top 5 Crystal Blog Posts of 2022 That Captivated the Global Gem Community

As 2022 drew to a close, the digital corridors of the holistic wellness and mineralogy worlds buzzed with a singular, unifying energy. For enthusiasts, practitioners, and scholars of the mineral kingdom, the year was defined by a collective thirst for deeper geological knowledge, scientific validation, and marketplace transparency. Leading this educational charge was renowned crystal…

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Echoes of the Ancient Abyss: Newly Analyzed 2,800-Year-Old Relic Unveils the Roots of the Multi-Headed Serpent Myth

JERUSALEM — In the realm of archaeology, discoveries are rarely confined to the physical objects pulled from the earth; more often, they are keys that unlock the deep, interconnected architecture of human thought. Such is the case with a remarkable 2,800-year-old artifact recently brought to the forefront of academic discussion in Israel. Measuring mere centimeters…

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The Battle for the American Plate: How a Bipartisan Alliance is Targeting the 67-Year-Old Regulatory Loophole Fueling the Ultra-Processed Food Crisis

WASHINGTON — In an era of intense political polarization, a rare and consequential alliance is taking shape at the highest levels of American governance. Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and former Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner Dr. David Kessler have joined forces to dismantle a foundational pillar of the…

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Celebrating the Wheel of the Year: Pagans Worldwide Observe Lughnasadh, Lammas, and Imbolc

GLOBAL — As the Earth completes another quarter turn along its ancient path, modern Pagan communities across the globe have gathered to mark the shifting seasons. In the northern hemisphere, this weekend ushers in the festival of Lughnasadh—also widely known as Lammas—representing the first of three pivotal harvest celebrations on the modern Wheel of the…

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A Year in Review: The Top 5 Crystal Blog Posts of 2022 That Captivated the Gem Community

As 2022 drew to a close, enthusiasts, practitioners, and curious minds within the global crystal community reflected on a year defined by profound learning, scientific inquiry, and a collective drive for authenticity. Throughout the year, digital platforms dedicated to mineralogy, metaphysical properties, and energetic healing served as beacons for individuals seeking to deepen their understanding…

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