For years, the symbol of wind power technology has been the wind turbine. While traditional turbines got us moving in the right direction, they are far from perfect. These bladeless wind turbines are changing how we think about collecting wind energy. Power From Bladeless Wind Turbines In 2015, Spanish company Vortex Bladeless came out with...
There are not many happy results from dangerous weather. However, this one is downright mesmerizing. As Storm Francis raged across the United Kingdom, the rain and winds revealed a petrified Welsh woodland area. A forest that has been hiding underwater for thousands of years. Its photos are like something out of a fairy tale. Revealing...
In 2018, California experienced the deadliest and most destructive wildfire season on state record, with over 7500 fires burning over 1.5 million acres of land. Thousands of people lost their homes, and dozens lost their lives [1]. A little over a year later, Australia experienced a series of massive bushfires across the country, burning more...
What is nearly three feet tall, can weigh over two hundred pounds, and has four legs? If you were thinking of a deer or perhaps a small bear, you’re mistaken. The animal in question is none other than an Irish Wolfhound, and while dogs come in all shapes and sizes, few come anywhere near the...
There’s no question that we all love our pets like they’re our children. Most pet-owners are aware, however, that our animals are not with us for a long time, so we have to enjoy them as much as we can while we have them. One couple has been lucky enough to enjoy their dog far...
Relentless poaching has remained one of the major concerns plaguing the conservation efforts of African wildlife [1]. Many formerly thriving species have faced declining populations in recent decades, and the situation just keeps getting worse. However, governments are becoming innovative with anti-poaching strategies, and it’s a gold star for the attack-dog initiative that has helped...
If you’ve got kids going through the “monster-under-my-bed” or “afraid-of-the-dark” phases, this could be really a great way to help them sleep better and more peacefully. I may no longer be 5, but I’m certainly making a lot of these lovely fairy lanterns to decorate my home. They are just so beautiful and charming, and...
Don’t worry! The taste of avocado will be masked by the sweet and chocolatey goodness of the cake. In this recipe, avocado works as a sort of substitute for butter with its rich and creamy texture. For those who hate avocados but want to eat them because they are healthy, this is the perfect cake...
What’s worse than a child not getting lunch at school? A child getting lunch only to have it taken away and switched. In Green, Ohio, a grandmother, Diane Bailey, has called for a modification of the primary school’s lunch policy. This was after the embarrassing treatment her grandson had to endure from the school’s cafeteria...
Think cauliflower for your next snack! These cauliflower bites are an easy and delicious side dish to whip up, that is, if they are not all eaten before the meal even starts. Cauliflower is becoming an increasingly popular vegetable, and for good reason. It’s healthy, low in carbohydrates, and tastes yummy with almost everything. You...
How many times have you heard the age-old saying, “Slow and steady wins the race?” Probably hundreds. It’s a simple yet profound piece of wisdom that gets thrown around a lot (probably too much). But, people underestimate how much those six little words can impact their lives. Aesop’s Fable: The Tortoise and the Hare You’ve...
While soaking up the sun and listening to the relaxing sounds of crashing waves on the beach, you probably don’t want to think about how the ocean has basically become one gigantic bowl of garbage soup. Every single day, plastic spreads into our oceans in the name of profit and convenience. Environmentalists and so many...
