As the popularity of cannabis grows and previous stigmatization drops, there is also increased usage across the globe. Over 50% of U.S. states have legalized cannabis for medical, recreational, or both purposes. This has led to burgeoning markets filled with cannabis-based products like gummies, beverages, vapes, and joints. According to a new report from the...

An ordinary cultural celebration turned into moments of terror. A golden eagle, one of nature’s most formidable aerial predators, attacked a young girl during a traditional demonstration in Kyrgyzstan. The incident was captured on video and has since gone viral with millions of views. Ultimately, it serves as a powerful reminder of these magnificent birds’...

First off, let’s be clear -we are not talking about some lost Atlantis-like civilization here. We are not even talking about a human-made civilization or the remnants of ancient buildings. This “lost city” is entirely made by nature, yet is still just as intriguing as if it were some ancient archeological discovery. Here, 700 meters...

As a species, we have had a close relationship with cannabis for thousands of years now. In fact, it is among the earliest plants that humans cultivated. Yet, it has also had a turbulent and controversial history due to the psychoactive properties of some varieties. Other varieties, such as hemp, are low in THC, yet...

Pope Francis died at the age of 88 after leading the Roman Catholic Church for 12 years. His death has started a period of mourning with special ceremonies that go back hundreds of years. It also begins the process of choosing a new pope. A group of cardinals, called a conclave, will likely meet about...

Pope Francis, born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Buenos Aires, Argentina, passed away on April 21, 2025, at the age of 88. His death occurred on Easter Monday at Casa Santa Marta in the Vatican after a prolonged battle with double pneumonia and respiratory complications. As the first Latin American and Jesuit pope, Francis leaves behind...

Many of us hold certain beliefs that would simply crumble under the lens of an expert. These highly qualified individuals often arrive at conclusions that may seem almost counterintuitive to what the general public believes. This is true across a range of fields as diverse as psychology, economics, science, and education. While we may often...

Existing solar panels are rather large and cumbersome, making them difficult to set up in certain situations. The ideal solution would be some type of solar film that is light, versatile, and cost-effective. One company based in the United Kingdom, Power Roll, has been working on this exact concept since 2012. It recently announced that...

Humanity has always dreamed of creating machines in its own image. From ancient legends to futuristic films, the idea of a humanoid robot—a machine that looks and moves like us—has fascinated people for centuries. Think of robots in Ex Machina or I, Robot. Those stories ask a simple question: What happens when machines become too...

As global temperatures continue to rise, scientists are sounding the alarm about a growing and unexpected threat. Melting Antarctic ice could trigger volcanic eruptions hidden beneath the surface of the frozen continent. While Antarctica may seem like a place of icy silence, it is anything but inactive underneath. Massive glaciers stretch for miles, masking a...

The ocean floor remains one of Earth’s last great mysteries. We know more about Mars than our deep seas. Scientists get excited when they spot something strange down there. In fact, this happened in 2011. When marine biologist Christine Pergent-Martini sailed near Corsica. Her team’s sonar revealed something odd. Perfect circles dotted the Mediterranean seafloor about 400...

When a $500 million rocket bursts into flames, you’d expect a crazy technical glitch. The Starship explosion during Flight 7 on January 16, 2025, led engineers to a surprisingly basic cause that might make even freshman engineering students cringe. For a company planning NASA Moon missions by 2027, this oversight reminds us that rocket science...