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Tag: science
Africa spans all four hemispheres
Of Earth’s seven continents, only one remarkable landmass stretches into all four hemispheres – Africa. Thanks to twists of geography and scale, Africa uniquely straddles the dividing lines of latitude and longitude that delineate eastern from western lands and northern countries from southern ones. Consequently, significant portions of its sprawling territory extend into each hemispheric quadrant.
Stephen Hawking threw a party for Time Travelers
Back in 2009, the ever-curious and fun-loving physicist Stephen Hawking decided to throw a one-of-a-kind bash at the University of Cambridge. This wasn't your ordinary party; it was designed especially for time travelers. Hawking's playful experiment not only showcased his creative side but also gave everyone a chance to think about the possibilities and challenges of time travel.
4 of the World’s Most Intelligent Animals
Humans fancy ourselves the smartest creatures on Earth thanks to superior intellect and advanced communication. But science increasingly shows we share the planet with animal masterminds in their own right. Beyond captivating pets, the animal kingdom harbors genius rivaling our own across metrics like analytical skill, social smarts and technical innovation.
Hidden Giant: Earth’s tallest waterfall revealed
Concealed in the stormy North Atlantic lies Earth’s greatest waterfall, an underwater giant hidden from view in the darkness between Iceland and Greenland. Here, where warm subtropical waters collide with a frigid Arctic cataract, the largest waterfall on the planet plunges silently into the abyss.
Bread was once used as an Eraser
These days, few sights seem as innocuous as a freshly sharpened pencil poking from a child’s “Frozen” backpack, pink wedge of eraser crowning its tip. Yet that handy little erasing appendage only became standard over the last century or so.
The most common month for birthdays in the U.S.
As the calendar turns to September, maternity wards across America brace for their busiest month. More babies will be born in the next 30 days than any other month, peaking in mid-September. This annual phenomenon reveals intriguing insights about human behavior, holidays, and even biology.
