Tag: Society

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.

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.

When we talk about clean energy and sustainable engineering, we often direct our gaze towards the latest technology. We think about sleek solar panels, modern wind farms, and futuristic electric vehicles. However, in today's newsletter, we'll take a step back and marvel at the roots of wind power. I'm taking you back a thousand years to the wind-battered lands of Persia...

Tequila, the iconic spirit of Mexico, has long been a symbol of celebration and indulgence. Little did we know that this fiery beverage held a secret, a dazzling gem just waiting to be discovered. Scientists at the National Autonomous University of Mexico made an astounding breakthrough when they successfully transformed tequila into real, glittering diamonds.

TAlong the craggy shores of Little Brewster Island stands a stately tower sending its beacon over the dark waters. Though hundreds of lighthouses dot America's coasts, Boston Light remains special - it's the country's last continuously staffed lighthouse guiding ships through the night.

Picture this: it's 1952, and you’re in London, known for its foggy, damp weather. Suddenly, a thick fog rolls in, and it's unlike anything the city has ever seen. The fog starts to turn sooty, and visibility is reduced to just a few feet in front of you. The smell of coal filled the air. A sense of gloom and possible doom fell over the city of London.