Historical
Mexico Is At War
“Terrifying.” “Surreal.” “Scary.” Those were the words an American tourist used to describe what unfolded in Puerto Vallarta, the resort city so many travelers associate with beaches, nightlife, and cruise ships—not burning vehicles and military convoys.
By Lawrence Leaseabout 8 hours ago in FYI
March is the month with much folklore
The third month on our calendar is March, and there are quite a few little-known facts about this month. There are also old sayings that many baby boomers heard from their parents or grandparents. I will share a few that may bring back fond memories for some and be introduced to others for the first time.
By Cheryl E Preston2 days ago in FYI
Finally, I Understand Curling in the Winter Olympics
If you’ve ever watched the Winter Olympics and found yourself staring at curling with a mix of curiosity and confusion, you’re not alone. Every four years, millions of viewers tune in, see stones sliding across the ice, hear sweepers shouting, “Hard! Hard!” and wonder what on earth is going on.
By Margaret Minnicks2 days ago in FYI
New Gambling Culture Effecting our Youth
In the span of a single decade, gambling has shifted from smoky back rooms and neon-lit casinos to something far more subtle and far more dangerous: the smartphone. What once required travel, cash, and age verification at a physical location now fits neatly inside a device that most teenagers carry in their pockets every day.
By AnthonyBTV6 days ago in FYI
Deforestation in the Amazon reduces the rain forest's capacity to produce its own precipitation.
A recent research demonstrates what many scientists have long assumed but can now detect with precision from space: the local climate changes when big swaths of the Amazon are cleared.
By Francis Dami7 days ago in FYI
10 Largest Things in Nature That Will Make You Feel Incredibly Small
Astronauts who return from space often talk about the “overview effect,” that overwhelming realization that Earth, and all of us on it, are just microscopic specks in the vast universe. But here’s the thing: we don’t even have to leave our planet to feel that humbling perspective.
By Areeba Umair7 days ago in FYI
Dense Fog Advisory: When the Road Disappears
There is something unsettling about driving into a wall of white. One moment the road is clear. The next, it fades into a blur. Streetlights glow like distant stars. Headlights reflect back into your eyes. Your hands tighten on the steering wheel without you even realizing it.
By Muqadas khan7 days ago in FYI
The Mysterious Time Capsule That Defies Explanation
Time capsules are usually a fun way to capture a moment in history for future generations. But sometimes, they’re more mysterious than you’d expect. One story out of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, has been creeping people out and sparking wild theories about time travel, curses, and unexplained phenomena.
By Areeba Umair8 days ago in FYI
