When Ron Garan, a former NASA astronaut, spent 178 days in space, he experienced a profound cognitive shift known as the ‘overview effect.’ This phenomenon, common among astronauts, involves a feeling of awe and a realization of the interconnectedness of all life on Earth. Garan’s time on the International Space Station (ISS) gave him a...
Woody Harrelson created some rather controversial backlash after recently appearing on The Joe Rogan Experience podcast on Saturday, the 22 February. They were discussing Dr. Anthony Fauci and he confidently called him “extraordinarily evil” based on his role in promoting azidothymidine (AZT). AZT is the first antiretroviral drug approved for treating HIV/AIDS. Woody Harrelson claimed...
If you were purchasing a new car, what color would you choose? The common ones are black, white, silver, blue, red, and gold/yellow. Maybe you’ll decide based on which your favorite shade, or which can hide scratches, or which will last the longest. However, the color of a vehicle is more than an aesthetic. Research...
Despite hundreds of years of observing and studying human anatomy, our bodies still have some surprises for us. Scientists recently discovered a new organ inside the human head – known now as the Tubarial Glands. This may just be the first discovery of its kind in about three hundred years. (1) The Tubarial Glands A...
Since it was first unveiled to the public in the 1350s, the Shroud of Turin has remained a great mystery. Exhibited as the burial shroud used to wrap Jesus after he was crucified, the faint image of a bearded man can be observed imprinted into the cloth. This idea was considered debunked in the 1980s...
Lung cancer remains one of the most lethal forms of cancer globally, accounting for an estimated 1.8 million deaths in 2020 alone. However, a groundbreaking development in cancer treatment has recently emerged with the initiation of clinical trials for a novel mRNA-based vaccine designed to combat non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), the most common form...
Some foods can be as dangerous as they are delicious. From toxic plants to venomous seafood, a single bite can cause paralysis—or worse. In South America, Cassava is a staple for millions and provides essential carbohydrates for many in tropical regions. However, its roots and leaves contain cyanogenic glycosides, which release cyanide when broken down,...
Brad Sigmon, a 67-year-old death row inmate, is responsible for a brutal double murder. He has in a spine-chilling turn of events requested a rare and controversial method of execution – a firing squad. This sort of request was last made 15 years ago in the United States. This news has shaken the public, questioning...
Imagine stumbling upon an energy source so phenomenal it could power an entire country for 60,000 years. Sounds like something straight out of a sci-fi movie, right? Well, science has just discovered a geological treasure that could rewrite our entire understanding of nuclear energy. The Element You’ve Never Heard Of: Thorium 101 Thorium is a naturally occurring radioactive metal...
A humble yet groundbreaking clinical trial at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) has achieved unprecedented results in the treatment of rectal cancer, marking an incredible milestone in oncology. The trial, which utilized the immunotherapy drug dostarlimab (called Jemperli), demonstrated a 100% remission rate in patients with mismatch repair-deficient (MMRd) or microsatellite instability-high (MSI-H) rectal...
Travelers put a lot of faith into the hands of airlines, and their pilots and cabin crew. As such, they’re trained to cover all bases, including the real reason they politely say “hello” to each passenger. Their welcoming demeanor is a way for cabin crew to assess every passenger onboard, ensuring passenger safety. Motive for...
As more things are invented, more things become obsolete. Still, it can be exciting to stumble upon an old or historic artifact. However, many mystery items from days long ago have left people stumped and confused, forcing them to turn to Reddit for answers. Here are 10 popular yet confusing objects that once served a...