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In the world of physics, there are many theories and ideas floating around about the world and the universe we live in. Among the many theories floating around that usually gets a lot of discussion and attention is the multiverse or the meta-universe theory. For folks that have an interest in physics and the possibilities […]

Did you know that 71% of the earth is covered with water? In this huge amount of space, you can just imagine how much remains to be undiscovered no matter how many studies have been made of the oceans throughout the years. Here are a few mysteries about the ocean that remain to baffle the […]

Each and every year, people have stood witnesses to the migration of monarch butterflies. Sighting the migration of this species is probably one of the best attractions Mother Nature has to offer. Monarch butterflies are hard to miss. What makes them stand out among other butterflies are their noticeable black and orange markings alongside a […]

Three quarters of the world is made up of bodies of water, the depths of which man has not yet fully explored. Living in this huge marine habitat are certainly a great many species that look far from the usual marine creatures people usually see in marine parks or household aquariums. From simply looking weird […]

The word “nanotechnology” can mean different things to different people. Some people, when they hear the word nanotechnology, will think of Hollywood sci-fi flicks, others will think of microscopic robots that clean gums and teeth, and some will conjure images of fab new materials that are stronger than steel, but light as air. It is […]

With the number of earthquakes that shake the world these days, one of them is soon going to trigger a volcanic eruption or two. The extent of the eruption cannot be known at this time of course; it could be small or it could be so massive that it could devastate the area around it […]

There was a time when all you could see in the news was “El Niño this” and “El Niño that” but most of the time, people had no clue what it was. In fact, all they knew was that El Niño was scary and it would ruin their lives. What is El Niño? El Niño […]

Japan is a country that is usually foremost on technological developments and they have come up with some really cutting edge inventions such as robotics, the first still video camera, the compact disc player, and the electric rice cooker, just to name a few. However, despite their many wonderful inventions that has changed the world, […]

Is there anything more titillating than plants that can trap, kill, and digest animals? These carnivorous plants are like things from science-fiction novels but the fact of the matter is they exist in real life. For those who are particularly interested in such plants, check out some of the most famous carnivorous plants that exist. […]

The oceans take up about ¾ of the earth’s total area and it is a hotbed for some really unusual creatures that scientists are discovering just now. In fact, more and more unusual water animals wash up on shores and beaches all over the world as the years go by. One unusual ocean creature that […]

Lipsticks are popular cosmetic products which have transcended time and different generations from all over the world. The reason behind the use of lipstick is how people prefer setting themselves apart from others—making a mark by having something different in their physical appearance. Facial paint and eventually, lipsticks were some of the most noticeable ways […]

Timeless inventions are still present in today’s society. However, did you know that some of your favorite inventions were actually discovered by accident? Here are 6 awesome accidental inventions: Post-it notes – Arthur Fry conceived Post-it notes in 1974 as a way of holding the bookmarks in his hymnal for the church choir. Spencer Silver, […]

What would count as the worst killer in the world is disease. Over hundreds and thousands of years, diseases have shown a track record of occurring anywhere and anytime, bringing not only sudden death at times, but a period of pain for those who suffer from them. Here are some of the worst diseases today: […]

Global warming and climate change have been a recurrent theme in blockbuster summer movies – although you may not exactly realize it is what is behind the catastrophic end of the world scenarios being portrayed. You may be thinking that these environmental changes won’t be happening in your lifetime, but being made aware of the […]

You may have heard the stories or may have even “seen” them with your own eyes. Mythical creatures have always held a fascination for some people. It is the unknown element about them that makes people chase after them. Folklore and legends have sprouted from these mythical creatures, and to this day, some people from […]

We are living in a world filled with chemical compounds, some of them being the most important things we use on a regular basis. Here are a few of the thousands of compounds that are most useful in our daily routines: • Water (H2O) – No explanation is needed as to how important water is […]

If you take a good look at the world today, you will be amazed to note that nearly everything you see is the result of the work of some of the greatest minds ever to live on earth. Events that used to take hours to do now take no more than minutes to complete and […]

The cosmetics industry is worth a billion dollars and for very good reason – women (and men!) love makeup and are usually more than ready to shell out hundreds of dollars for the very latest makeup collections. Getting their hands on the latest Almost lipsticks and clay blushes is a must and they do not […]

Probably one of the most exciting branches of science, robotics has gone a long way from being a mere concept presented in Hollywood to a steadily developing reality. From the name itself, robotics deals with the development of robots, as well as other factors that contribute to their operation such as control systems and information […]

Is there anything as simple as food? To most people, dinner means simply popping some food or soup in the microwave and having some grub. To others it might mean a few hours of slowly cooking beef but either way, it basically involves putting food on a source of heat and waiting for it to […]

Despite the efforts of scientists, there are still some unexplained natural phenomenon that can captivate or sometimes scare the people who see or experience them. While science is powerful and has been the source of many different enlightening answers, here are some of the unexplained natural phenomenon which can boggle your mind: • Taos hum […]

Each year, scientists and even just hobbyists or science aficionados come up with new inventions to meet different needs and purposes. However, you won’t always hear of these inventions since not all of them make it to the mainstream market. Read on to learn a bit more about some awesome inventions you may not have […]

Colic is every new mother’s nightmare, as their babies incessantly whine and wail because of this. A condition regularly experienced by babies, colic is a fluctuating pain felt around the abdominal area. It is usually caused by intestinal gas, or when any form of obstruction is present in the intestines. Traditionally, colic would mean changing […]

Aging is a natural occurrence and is something that cannot be kept from happening. Although this holds to be true, a lot of people continue to be bothered by the effects of aging, most especially the physical ones. There are also instances when the visible signs of aging appear earlier than expected and for several […]

Society is obsessed with fitness and appearances. Thin is in and fat is viewed as something to be despised and ridiculed. In the quest to lose fat (not necessarily to be healthy), people have come up with the most absurd diets ever. This is not to say that diets do not work but there are […]

The phrase “mad scientist” did not come from out of nowhere! Here are ten of the strangest science experiments that will pique your interest: 1. Stanford Prison Experiment. A group of students were made to pretend as prisoners and wardens. The wardens exhibited a love for their power while the prisoners grew more and more […]

Nature has an amazing way of surprising us at every turn, leaving a lot for experts to explain. As the tendency to get too attached to the modern world rises, the natural world does its part in pulling everybody back by showing that indeed, there are some things that only nature can do best. Here […]

For a lot of people food is something to be scarfed down between breaks in classes and working hours. Some people look at cooking as an art but if you really ask the experts they will tell you that the art of cooking all boils down to science. Getting that perfect soufflé and that wonderful […]

Just when you think you have your body all figured out, it does some things that throw you for a loop. If ever you have found yourself wondering what hiccups are and why you seem to have a ringing in your ears that never goes away, below are some conditions and explanations that will astound […]

You might think you know yourself intimately. You might even say that you know yourself like the back of your hand; however, there are some pretty strange things your body does that might surprise even you. The human body is an efficient machine hones by millions of years of evolution but it does have its […]

The normal I.Q. for most people falls around 85-115 based on the Stanford-Binet test. In the whole world, about one percent of the population have IQs which are higher than 135 which means one is among the few “highly gifted” individuals. People who have IQs that are from 165-179 are those who can be called […]

The earth has a lot of secrets and a lot of things that aren’t so secret. This is especially true when it comes to the minerals and metals that it harbors. Some metals and minerals are very common while some are so rare that you may never see them in your life. Below are 5 […]

What do you think of when someone says the word “corn”? Some of you may think of creamed corn on the cob with steaming hot yellow kernels smothered in butter. Some of you may imagine yellow kernels just waiting to be popped to make delicious and healthy popcorn. Whatever you picture corn to be, it […]

It can be said that Leonardo Da Vinci was a man who thought well ahead of his time. With his numerous inventions, he had been able to create many firsts. Not just an artist known for his technique called sfumato, Da Vinci designed several contraptions – some of which are still used today! Ball bearing […]

To a lot of people, cooking is a fun and fulfilling activity while other just view it as an impossible task. Whichever field of thinking you belong to, do know that cooking can be made just a little bit easier with the use of science. After all, cooking is a science and the more you […]

There is something about mad scientists that just capture the imagination and why not? They are men and women with brilliant minds and dubious morals and strange habits. They twist science and come up with many wonderful and sometimes crazy inventions that may or may not end the world and spell doom for man-kind. Sometimes, […]

The human body is a wonderful thing that does what it is supposed to do and a few things that you aren’t quite sure it is supposed to do. Indeed, the body does some pretty amazing and mysterious things but luckily for you, they do not have to remain mysteries for long because some of […]

There are some scientists who were born to naturally experiment on new things with its core goal to invent, while there are a few who become surprising targets of accidental experiments leading to life changing inventions and discoveries that definitely earn them accolades. As what they say, it is better be lucky than good. Below […]

3D printing is brought to life by fusing several layers of materials which are made out of durable metals and plastics based on a particular template. This basis was made possible by the use of a CAD (3D computer aided design) software. Each of these layers is approximately 0.1 mm thick and consists mostly of […]

Our body is made up of different systems and is composed of different organs to perform functions necessary for optimum health. Body functions are important that they are being taken care of so that you live longer and happy. With the usual body functions, an alteration on them would mean that you either are sick […]

Scientists love to categorize things, especially those who specialize in fossils. They enjoy the tedious process of classifying fossils according to their designated species. Paleontologists with amateur fossil hunters are continuously discovering new reserves – each of them is named and classified. However, paleontologists have never officially assigned one classification to “strange” fossils. What makes […]

It is not a doubt that everyone already experienced hiccups and tinnitus at some point. Hiccups and tinnitus are two different conditions that create annoying body manifestations for a short amount of time. But remember, these are just signs and not actual diseases that you have to be scared of although these can be indications […]

A lot of people tend to forget that the Earth’s oceans are vast and deep and despite all the technological advances people have today, there are still so many hidden mysteries of the deep blue sea that have yet to be figured out. Some of the ocean’s mysterious working have already been explained but there […]

Science is one of those things that can either become really boring or something that can be perceived as magic. It is all in how you look at it and if you want to give your kids a better outlook on science or if you want to encourage their budding interest in the subject, why […]

People born with dwarfism may not have it as bad today as they did several decades back. After all, with society being more open to accepting them, they are able to function just like people born without dwarfism. They can go to school to get an education, they can hold down jobs, and they can […]

A lot of people often think of hypnosis as nothing more than a magician’s trick or a sideshow act at a carnival. And who can blame them? Because after all, these are the two places where they hear about it and see it being done. However, what they do not know is that hypnosis — […]

Think of what you know about outer space— stars, planets, asteroids, black holes, and space junk. Those pretty much sum up what the average person knows about what is floating out and about in outer space. But take note, the universe is a vast and immense space, making it possible for it to harbor strange […]

A person may feel extreme fear caused by various triggers. When a person has adverse reactions to a fear trigger, this may be the person’s phobia or extreme and irrational fear. Here are 5 of the strangest phobias: Phobophobia – Phobia is having extreme fear of something. Then there’s phobophobia which the fear of having […]

There are more than 6 billion people on this planet and for the most part, everyone is pretty much average with a few special talents here and there. Some might be taller than others, while others may be shorter than normal but every so often, a person is born with some pretty amazing oddity. These […]

The phrase “mad scientist” came to life not without good reason. Scientists are often know to think out of the box, but sometimes they just really go beyond what is normal and imaginable! 1. “Would you go to bed with me tonight?” – In 1978, psychologist Russel Clark with the help of his students conducted an […]

If there is one thing science fiction writers like aside from aliens and global destruction, it has to be black holes. These outer space mysteries have captured the imaginations of people and scientists for ages so much so that that dozens of theories have been formed about them and some extensive research has been done […]

What would you do if someone were to come up with you and spray clothing on you? That sentence may not make sense at first because who has ever heard of spray on clothing anyway? Well, you have heard of spray on clothing and you will learn more about it now. It may sound like […]

With the developments being made in technology there also come changes in the medical field and there are breakthrough being made every day. These medical advances will help doctors diagnose illnesses faster and more accurately than ever before. Below, you will find some examples of medical breakthroughs that can change your life. 1. Delivering Speedy […]

The universe is still full of mystery. But in the past few years of exploration in outer space, there have been bizarre discoveries which have sparked renewed interest in scientists to keep their eyes open and eager to find out more. Here are some of the most bizarre things discovered in space: Cold star – […]

Anyone who has ever broken a bone will tell you that it is one of the most annoying and painful experiences ever. As if breaking a bone wasn’t enough, traditional casts are bulky monstrosities that are a pain the neck, cost no amount of itching and make for blank canvasses for your friends to doodle […]

Scientists always have their minds working towards innovations to make the world today more advanced when it comes to different technological discoveries. From simple items to more complex ones, here are 5 of the best new materials which are recently created by scientists: Fungal foam – Proposed as a green alternative to Styrofoam, Mushroom Packaging […]

The recently discovered fossil of a “feathered” dinosaur in China was about the size of a school bus, the prestigious science journal Nature reports. There are even possibilities that the larger ones may have been warm-blooded. Dubbed as the “little brother” to the Tyrannosaurus rex, the newly-discovered species was named the “Yutyrannus huali”, which, in […]

The Google logo on its home page has been replaced with an animated image of waves on a graph to mark the 155th birthday of Heinrich Rudolf Hertz, the legendary German physicist known for his groundbreaking work on electromagnetic waves. The animated waves shown in the Google doodle are in the search engine’s trademark colours; […]

Scientists are working on special robots that will help people cope with strokes. The project that involves three years aims to manufacture robotic devices that will produce repetitious motion of hands and wrists in the chronic phases of stroke rehabilitation. The researchers at the University of Hertfordshire report that using the robotic devices and an […]

A colony of microscopic worms, Caenorhabditis elegans (C elegans), that are biologically very similar to humans, have been reported to have survived a stint in space for finding out ways and means of survival of the human body if taken to another planet. Around 4,000 of these worms were taken to the International Space Station […]

One of the most aspirational planetary missions of NASA in decades, the Mars mission is launching this week, with an objective to find out whether Mars was, or ever could be, home to extraterrestrial life. Budgeted at a staggering $2.5 billion, NASA seems to be under immense pressure to rationalize its spending. As the project […]

The Nobel in economic science was presented on Monday, October 10, to Thomas J. Sargent of New York University and Christopher A. Sims of Princeton University for their extraordinary work on the cause and effect of government policies on the broader economy, a crucial need for the countries affected with the recent financial crisis. Dr. […]