Exciting news for science lovers, on April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will be visible in 15 states. This is the first time this has happened since 2017 and will be the last until 2033. Incredibly, it will also last for longer than the one in 2017, at more than 4 minutes in some...
There’s some debate regarding whether or not, biblical stories are fact or fiction. Some would argue the stories are merely adaptations of what really happened, while others live their whole lives according to those teachings. No matter which you believe, it is fascinating, when someone stumbles upon a supposed artifact, such as Noah’s Ark. The...
Astronomers recently recorded a breaking radio signal from a remote galaxy nearly nine billion light years away. They detected the first radio transmission with a giant metrewave telescope in the early hours of Friday morning. The galaxy emitted an unprecedented frequency signal that traveled across the universe, where we finally received it on Earth. This...
When people think about cults, often they assume “I would never fall for that.” However, people don’t get indoctrinated because they are unintelligent. That’s what makes cults so sinister; they slowly get into the heads of very smart people. Their tactics are often emotional, such as undermining a person’s self-confidence and tricking them into becoming...
In 79 CE, one of the most famous, historical natural disasters occurred when Mount Vesuvius erupted and wiped out the ancient city of Pompeii. It was then that the volcano buried the entire city – and most of the people living there – under 23 feet of ash and debris. Thanks to modern technology, for...
In the vastness of space, Earth is gearing up for a celestial show as five asteroids are set to make close approaches in the upcoming week. The proximity of these rocky space wanderers has drawn the attention of astronomers and space enthusiasts alike (yes, NASA is all over it). Let’s take a look at the...
We all know that one person knows the esoteric details about our universe. But, there are still some rare facts that might shock them into a stupor. So, let’s see what those 31 rare facts are. And if possible, you could always rattle them out before said person. Who knows- they might get impressed? 31...
On July 20, 1969, humans walked on the moon for the first time in history. Everyone knows of Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin and their famous “giant step for mankind,” but there was a third astronaut aboard Apollo 11. Many people haven’t heard of Michael Collins since he did not physically step onto the moon,...
Rumors have been swirling recently regarding the scientific community and an alleged groundbreaking discovery made by the James Webb Space Telescope. The speculation surrounds the possibility that the telescope may have found signs of life on a distant exoplanet. This claim has been gaining traction, but experts are urging caution, saying that a closer examination...
Heatwaves have been making their way across the globe leaving many of us hot, sweaty, and sticky. Not all of us enjoy the luxury of air-conditioning. So, we have to make do with what we can. The obvious runner-up would be a fan. However, studies have shown that this option might not be the most...
Much of Antarctica is uninhabitable, meaning there isn’t much life to be found on the icy continent. There are only 2 established settlements on the whole continent and the majority of the population consists of researchers, scientists, and military personnel. However, there is one rule everyone must follow in order to live here. It might...
Acid reflux affects millions of people around the world. For some, it is little more than a mild annoyance. For others, it can become chronic and severe. Many people are not familiar with the signs and symptoms of the condition, and thus may confuse them with something else. Knowing the signs of acid reflux is...
