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The Strange and Shocking World of Plants
A Journey Through the Bizarre and Unseen Side of the Plant Kingdom Plants are essential for life on Earth, providing us with oxygen, food, and countless other resources. But beyond their practical uses, plants also offer a world of wonder and mystery, with a diverse range of species that often go unnoticed. While we may be familiar with the common trees and flowers in our gardens and parks, there are many strange and shocking plants out there that will leave you amazed and bewildered. From parasites that feast on the energy of other plants to flowers that mimic insects and animals, the plant kingdom is full of surprises waiting to be discovered.
By Tsar Banks3 years ago in FYI
Record-Breaking Pregnancies
Pregnancy is a time of great joy and wonder for many parents-to-be, but it can also be challenging even in the best of circumstances. From morning sickness to hormone fluctuations, there are a host of issues that can arise during pregnancy. But some rare medical conditions and complications have made certain pregnancies even more remarkable, from stories of getting pregnant while already pregnant to biological twins born in different decades. In this article, we will explore some of the most medically amazing and record-breaking pregnancies that you won't believe actually happened.
By Tsar Banks3 years ago in Families
The Irish Miracle of the 21st Century
In 2007, the bursting of the housing bubble in the United States led to a global recession that affected countries across the world, and Ireland was one of the countries that suffered the most. With the biggest real estate bubble of any place in the world, housing prices fell by a staggering 56%, and defaults across the country caused banks to go into crisis, leading to rampant layoffs. The Irish economy shrank by almost 25%, and it was on the verge of total collapse. Ireland managed to secure a bailout from the International Monetary Fund for $67 billion, which helped prevent things from totally falling apart. Yet, in 2013, Ireland was still struggling.
By Tsar Banks3 years ago in Motivation
How Your Brain Makes Its Own Electricity
The human brain is an incredibly complex network of cells that enables us to think, feel, move, and experience the world around us. At the most basic level, everything we think and do is made possible by the activity of neurons - specialized cells that communicate with each other through electrical and chemical signals. With over 86 billion neurons in the brain, each connected to hundreds or thousands of other cells, the potential for communication between these cells is vast. In fact, there are more possible connections between neurons than there are stars in a thousand Milky Way galaxies.
By Tsar Banks3 years ago in FYI
ECHOLOCATION
The Power of Echolocation: How Anyone Can Learn to Navigate with Sound Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have superpowers? Imagine being able to navigate any environment, even one you've never been in before, with just the power of sound. That's exactly what echolocation can do for you. Echolocation is the use of sound waves to navigate and perceive the environment around you. You might associate echolocation with animals like bats and dolphins, but did you know that humans can learn to echolocate too?
By Tsar Banks3 years ago in FYI
The Origin and Evolution of the Seven-Day Week
The Origin and Evolution of the Seven-Day Week Have you ever wondered why the week is divided into seven days? While most of our calendar units come from natural astronomical cycles, there's no natural or astronomical cycle that measures seven days. Despite that, almost every culture on Earth today divides its calendar this way. So, where does the seven-day week come from, and why is it a fundamental division of time?
By Tsar Banks3 years ago in FYI
The Golden Ratio (Part 2)
The Golden Ratio: Fact or Fiction? The Golden Ratio, also known as the divine proportion or phi, is a mathematical concept that has fascinated people for centuries. It is a number that appears in many different areas of science and art, from architecture and music to biology and nature. Some people believe that the Golden Ratio is the key to understanding the universe, while others think that it is simply a myth or a product of our pattern-seeking brains. In this article, we will explore the evidence for and against the existence of the Golden Ratio in nature.
By Tsar Banks3 years ago in FYI
The Golden Ratio (Part 1)
The concept of the Golden Ratio, also known as the divine proportion, is a fascinating topic that has captivated mathematicians, artists, architects, and scientists alike. It is believed to be the most perfect number, found everywhere in nature, and closely linked to beauty and harmony.
By Tsar Banks3 years ago in FYI
The Art of Reading
Introduction In this essay, we will delve into the mysterious and fascinating world of reading. At first glance, reading seems to be a straightforward process. We look at letters on a page or screen, and we instantly recognize them as words. But what is actually happening in our brains when we read? How are we able to process complex ideas and emotions from a string of letters and words?
By Tsar Banks3 years ago in FYI
