In 1929, James Doolittle made history with the first successful all-instrument flight. Learn how this was possible and what it means for flying in the current day.
A Single Pencil Can Write 45,000 Words
How far can a pencil write before it runs out? Just imagine – how many miles of writing could your pencil do? In 2007, Discover magazine made an interesting claim. They said a standard pencil could write 45,000 words and draw a line 35 miles long! Lots of people have repeated this as a fact. A quick Google search brings up all kinds of websites stating this incredible “fact.” But is it really true?
Why Forty Percent of People Never Get Wisdom Teeth
Not everyone gets wisdom teeth. In fact, a whopping forty percent of people never develop wisdom teeth at all. This isn’t just a quirky fact about human biology. The story of wisdom teeth reveals a fascinating tale of human evolution. It illustrates genetic diversity and the mysterious nature of our pearly whites.
What Are Phages? And Why Are They So Incredibly Important?
Little microscopic heroes known as phages exist in all parts of nature. They’re so small you can’t see them, but they play a massive role in keeping our planet healthy and balanced. You may have heard of them recently as they gain more attention among scientists and researchers. But what are phages exactly? And why is everyone excited about them?
Why Do We Yawn? Exploring the Science Behind This Common Human Experience
Yawning is something we all do. And it’s something we do daily. But why? And what exactly is a yawn? Explore the various theories behind yawning, including contagious yawns and other animal species that also yawn
The Curious Case of Cats Missing from the Bible
If you’ve read the Bible, you may have noticed that one particular animal is missing from it. Why are cats missing from the Bible? Our favorite fluffy and full-of-attitude furry friends aren’t included at all. And not only are cats not mentioned, but dogs are mentioned multiple times.