Tremors from recent volcanic activity have caused WWII ghost ships from the epic Battle of Iwo Jima to rise to the surface. The two dozen Japanese transport vessels were captured by the US Navy during WWII and were moved to the western part of the island to form a port because the island had no...
Scientists have found the universe’s largest water reserve, but it’s not on Earth. It’s said to be floating in space. There is a huge body of water in space that has been found by two science teams. It is said to be 12 billion years old. The body of water is much bigger than all...
Worlds Loneliest House In the Vestmannaeyjar archipelago, just off the southern coast of Iceland, there’s a tiny island named Elliðaey. On this remote isle, a solitary white house stands, seemingly forsaken by civilization. The sight of this enigmatic dwelling, often referred to as the “worlds loneliest house,” has sparked an array of speculations and rumors.1...
A day at the beach can go horribly wrong if you are unaware of the rules of the ocean and how the sea works. Specifically, phenomena known as Rip Currents can be incredibly dangerous for those who are unaware. If you’re planning a day at the beach, it’s important to know how to spot rip...
Unless you were living under a rock, you probably already know that on April 8, 2024, a complete eclipse swept across parts of North America. Unlike the eclipse in 2017, this one occurred at the same time as the sun maximum. It was a spectacular show for those who were in the path of totality....
Who doesn’t relish eggs as a breakfast option? Whether you prefer them scrambled, poached, or sunny side up, eggs provide the ideal, wholesome start to your day. They offer the necessary energy boost and pair perfectly with cheese, tomatoes, and bacon. While it may be rare, some eggs can contain two yolks. Have you ever...
From their surface, Earth conceals a profound chronicle of its geological past. Now, a determined team in China has taken on the audacious task of digging deep into the crust to read the Earth’s secret history, having reached a depth of over 10,000 meters to reach the Cretaceous system.1 China’s Bold Dive into Earth’s Hidden...
On Earth, there are four layers: the crust, the mantle, the outer core, and the inner core. This is what people have been told for decades. In scientific settings, this assumption is generally thought to be true. An Australian National University study now shows a fifth layer, a huge metal ball or the “innermost inner...
Dragonflies have always captured my imagination since I was a child. I used to lay down on my back in the grass in the early evening and watch them flit around the sky, darting back and forth. I can even remember a few times when a dragonfly larva blessed the pond at my parents’ house....
The National Wildlife Federation reports that there are over 12,000 species of ants worldwide. Most of them are harmless to humans. However, it is worth noting that ants have the potential to carry bacteria. Making them potential carriers of diseases or infections. For instance, a small animal study that took place in 2019 revealed that...
Have you ever stumbled upon something in nature that made you do a double-take? Perhaps you were hiking in the woods and saw a strange plant or stumbled upon a peculiar rock formation. But have you ever come across a fungus that could make you think you stumbled upon a dead body? Meet Dead Man’s...
A mysterious black vertical line in the British sky of Kent has left both experts and residents puzzled as to its origins. This apparition was pictured last morning in Folkestone by a woman who really “could not believe” what she had come across. This long shadowy line could be seen just above the Eurotunnel on...
