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2 min read Planet

The night sky is always a sight to behold, with its vast expanse of stars, constellations, and even planets visible to the naked eye. On March 27, 2023, stargazers and astronomy enthusiasts alike will be able to witness a rare celestial event known as the ‘Parade of Planets’¹. This event will showcase five planets visible...

3 min read Living

Repurposing shipping containers into livable spaces has gained popularity over the past few years. With its affordability, durability, and eco-friendliness, it’s no wonder that more and more people are looking into shipping container apartments. Now, in Kansas City, the construction of Signal Hill Studios’ 48 shipping container apartment complex is nearing completion. Unique Design One...

5 min read Planet

If you’re an animal lover, you’ve likely spent a lot of time pondering the habits and lifestyles of animals. The woodpecker is particularly fascinating because it can bang its head against a tree. For most of us, that would cause a headache and brain damage. However, they’re somehow able to do so for hours. Almost...

3 min read Living

A fresh monument was revealed last Friday in Newark, New Jersey, in honor of abolitionist Harriet Tubman. The new installation, dubbed “Shadow of a Face,” replaced a long-standing Christopher Columbus statue. The unveiling took place in Harriet Tubman Square. Appropriately renamed to commemorate both Tubman’s contributions to the Underground Railroad and the area’s history in...

4 min read Planet

A gargantuan blob of sargassum seaweed has accumulated in the Atlantic Ocean and is headed for Florida, bringing with it millions of tons of odorous seaweed. Thanks yet again to climate change, this smelly seaweed has been blooming more than ever and is migrating to American shores. Though an important part of the ecosystem, its...

4 min read Technology

Minecraft is the best-selling video game in history. It sold over 238 million copies and has millions of active players. The game features a blocky, three-dimensional world with seemingly indefinite terrain where players can discover materials and build structures, machines, and other items. Different game modes offer competition or cooperation with other players. There’s survival...

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Have you got an ACE marijuana vending machine in your neighborhood? A company called Terrapin from Boulder, Colorado, has done something pretty useful. They’ve installed ACE – Automated Cannabis Experience vending machines in Aurora, Colorado. The device is found at its Aurora store at 11091 E. Mississippi Ave., near East Mississippi Avenue and South Havana...

3 min read Living

Growing your own vegetables and herbs is a great way to connect yourself with nature, and lessen the demand that supermarkets have to supply. However, when nature is working against you, it might be time to think about building a greenhouse. Luckily, there are abundant examples to work from on the internet, including this nifty...

4 min read Living

By now, you’ve likely heard of cancel culture. Society today has become more aware of the importance of becoming less offensive. Before long, there was a fine line between respecting people’s genuine feelings and canceling everything. Most people simply sought inclusion for all demographics. Instead, companies started changing names, American classics were banned from schools...