Purple flags fly all along the Gulf Coast, from Fort Morgan, Alabama, to Panama City, Florida. Beach officials warn residents of a species of jellyfish called pink meanies. They were initially discovered in the Gulf Coast in 2000, and scientists identified them as a new species in 2011. Pink meanies tend to drift to beaches...
All of our lives, food has pretty much just been available to us. Open the fridge or the cupboard, and pull out what you want. Don’t have the ingredients you need? Go to the store and buy them. All of this is thanks to agriculture. Some argue, however, that the agricultural revolution was the worst...
There are certain risks a hunter takes when seeking prey, and usually the bigger the prey, to bigger that risk is. Recently, a hunter in Russia was dealt a lethal blow from a bear during an excursion. And as it turns out, the bear was fatally shot, but with its last ounce of strength, it...
In 2019, scientists discovered one giant female tortoise on the pristine Fernandina Island, an active volcano in the Galápagos Islands. The tortoise named Fernanda descends from a species scientists believed extinct for over a century. “The significance of the find is huge,” said Evelyn Jensen, co-first author of the ground-breaking publication in the journal Communications...
It’s been months since NASA’s bold announcement took the world by storm. The decision has since ignited excitement and sparked debate about a distant celestial treasure trove. The focus of the mission is none other than the asteroid 16 Psyche, a cosmic body stuffed full of potential riches beyond imagination. The 16 Psyche Mission According...
Fifteen years later, the Ninth Ward of New Orleans is one of the areas still struggling to recover from the massive destruction and devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina. [1] There are still so many abandoned and dilapidated buildings in the area, especially in the lower ward, and swarms of bees often end up causing a...
New research suggests that California is (and has been) on the brink of a major earthquake – this time sooner than expected. Despite consistent warnings and (hopefully also) preparations, many Californians are not ready for any potential devastation a massive earthquake could bring. Glenn Pomeroy, CEO of the California Earthquake Authority (CEA), spoke about the...
One of the best parts about the summer season is the array of local fresh fruit available on grocery store shelves, at farmers’ markets, and road-side stands. A recent viral TikTok video may have you second-guessing picking up that pint of fresh strawberries you were eyeing. Ever hear of strawberry worms? The video in question...
One of the biggest arguments against our planet being flat instead of round is that no one has ever fallen off the “edge”. One flat earther has finally explained to us why this is so. The answer will definitely make you say “Wait, what?”. A Flat Earther Explains Why No One Has Ever Fallen Off...
Paper towels are a common household item that most of us use on a daily basis. They are used for cleaning spills, wiping surfaces, and drying hands. However, did you know that paper towels contain harmful chemicals that can have negative effects on our health and the environment? These surprising facts will make you second-guess...
Hurtigruten Norway, an adventure cruise company, recently revealed its plans for a zero-emission electric cruise ship that would have retractable sails. Solar panels will cover the entirety of the ship, and the cruise could set sail in 2030. The company currently owns a fleet of eight different ships, each with a capacity of 500 passengers,...
Many people have a bucket list of things they want to do and see in their lifetime. Hopes of travel is one of the most common things to find on that list. However, a person could spend their whole lives traveling and still not see everything the world has to offer, including forbidden places to...
