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Imagine if we could harness the movements of the ocean’s currents into an unlimited supply of energy for entire countries. In Japan, they no longer have to imagine it – they are attempting to make it a reality. They are soon going to be placing a massive turbine into the ocean that they say will […]
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately thirty thousand cases of Lyme disease are reported by state health departments every year. This number, however, does not reflect every case of Lyme disease in the US. More recent estimates believe that number may be closer to three hundred thousand [1]. Lyme disease […]
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Imagine how you would react if you were walking along and you suddenly saw what you thought was a dangerous, poisonous snake. Would you stand still and back away slowly, hoping to not provoke it? Or would you jump and run away screaming, getting out of there as fast as you can? Well, as it […]
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A powerful cosmic ray has stunned researchers, leaving them puzzled about its origin and significance. Here’s what we know about this groundbreaking discovery. In a fascinating revelation, an ultra-high-energy cosmic ray named “Amaterasu,” after a Japanese Godess, has hit Earth. This particle carries an unprecedented energy level, second only to the legendary “Oh My God” […]
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We’re used to finding intriguing destinations that prompt us to excitedly consider adding them to our Bucket Lists for future visits. However, what about those places that are explicitly off-limits? It’s challenging to fathom that such locations exist in our world, yet several do. Among them are restricted military bases, where access is solely reserved […]
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Experts are warning households about the potential risks of a tiny silver insect known as the silverfish. Although small in size, this unassuming creature could pose significant challenges if overlooked. Resembling a teardrop in shape, these bugs are generally harmless to humans and do not directly cause damage to your home. Silverfish derive their name […]
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As you navigate the highways and byways of your daily commute, you may have encountered an intriguing sight: black cables stretched across the road, almost like stealthy sentinels of the pavement. But what exactly are these enigmatic tubes, and what role do they play in our transportation infrastructure? The answer lies in the realm of […]
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This article was originally published on January 13, 2022, and has since been updated. About two hundred million years ago, the supercontinent Pangea, which made up all the landmass on Earth, began to break apart. Eventually, the now separate landmasses spread apart to form the modern continents we have today, and the Atlantic and Indian […]
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Portugal recently etched its name into the renewable energy history books by running entirely on wind, hydro, and solar power for an unprecedented six consecutive days. This incredible feat, achieved by harnessing natural forces, underscores the nation’s commitment to sustainable energy sources. The extraordinary run commenced on October 27th, with Portugal’s largest energy company, Redes […]
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Scientists have known about climate change for years, and the public has generally accepted it as truth since Al Gore released The Inconvenient Truth in 2006. However, recently, researchers have realized that the outlook for Earth’s future is so grim, even scientists are having trouble comprehending it. (1) Earth’s Future Is Far Worse Than We […]
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Do you often feel like there’s less and less time in the day for you to get things done? Well, you’re not entirely making it up: The Earth is spinning faster. So fast, in fact, that scientists say they might actually remove a second from time altogether. (1) The Earth Is Spinning Faster Since scientists […]
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We’ve all encountered unusual discoveries at some point. Perhaps you unearthed a forgotten $20 bill in an unused coat pocket or stumbled upon a hidden family heirloom while cleaning out your basement. Just like those personal discoveries, the findings on this list were all pleasantly surprising, spanning from the peculiar to the truly priceless. Here […]
