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In the dark about stars in the sky? Here’s why you can’t spot them during your flight. Have you ever found yourself on an airplane at night, peering out the window in the hope of catching a glimpse of the stars? It’s a magical sight to behold, but more often than not, it remains elusive. […]
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Rephotography involves the meticulous art of capturing then and now images of locations featured in old photographs. This pursuit can present considerable challenges, particularly with significantly aged photos, as locations frequently undergo substantial transformations over the years. Locating the precise spot where a picture was taken, especially from nearly a century ago or more, proves […]
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Most people have seen the things that rest on top of telephone poles in a straight line, often resembling bulbs, bowls, or fancy-looking vases. They actually have a name and are a beautiful, if not lucrative (in some cases), piece of history. While most antique telephone glass insulators are worth around $20 or less, some […]
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In 1945, Albert Einstein and his students from The University of Chicago founded what is known as The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists. They also created the ‘Doomsday Clock.’ This metaphorical clock represents how near the world as we know it is coming to an end, or rather, a possible apocalypse. Close to Catastrophe “It […]
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Astronomers have captured a radio signal that has voyaged across the universe for an astounding 8 billion years, finally reaching our planet. This remarkable signal is known as a fast radio burst (FRB), a mysterious and immensely powerful cosmic phenomenon. The Oldest and Most Energetic Radio Signal Ever In June 2022, scientists witnessed the oldest […]
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Four years ago, Death Island Expeditions posted some amazing footage of an untouched tribe living on North Sentinel Island Indian archipelago in the Bay of Bengal. The footage was captured by the Indian Government, who regularly flies drones over the area to check on the tribes and make sure that they are okay. These people […]
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Deep in the depths of the Red Sea, scientists have made a mind-boggling discovery that is shrouded in mystery. In a groundbreaking study that occurred “in the last five minutes of the ten-hour ROV dive”, researchers from the University of Miami’s Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science, in partnership with OceanX, uncovered rare […]
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The Algarve is the southernmost region of Portugal, and it’s extremely popular among tourists. It’s known for its hot summery weather, serene beaches, fishing villages, delicious local food and wine, and magnificent landmarks. One of its most spectacular locations is the Benagil Caves. Portugal’s coastline displays many beautiful grottos shaped by the waves of the […]
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Cruise ships are often associated with luxury, relaxation, and unforgettable ocean views. However, a recent trend is taking passengers and viewers on an extraordinary journey beneath the glistening waves. Adventurous individuals have been using GoPro cameras to explore the mysterious depths beneath these massive vessels, and the results are both fascinating and terrifying.1 Daylight Discoveries: […]
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Water has always been considered an external force that shapes our planet’s surface. However, studies suggest it plays a crucial role deep beneath the Earth’s crust.1 These studies reveal that water exists in vast quantities up to 620 miles (1,000 kilometers) below the Earth’s surface, in the mantle’s deepest reaches. Water’s Role in Geological Activity […]
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Anyone who’s ever had an issue with an Evergreen Bagworm infestation knows the devastation they bring to trees. The poor trees become increasingly sparse in their pine needle distribution until they eventually lose them all and die. This is a sad end to the beautiful evergreen trees we all love. Thankfully, there are ways to […]
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A huge discovery was made when a researcher from the University of Alberta in Canada captured a photograph of a black-coated Canada lynx. Thomas Jung, who is also affiliated with the Government of Yukon, managed to record a 30-second video of this remarkable animal using his cell phone. The findings of this unique encounter have […]
