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Chasing Digital Gold: A Cautionary Tale of Virtual Currency. AI-Generated.
In 2021, Jason Miller, a 27-year-old graphic designer from Chicago, found himself drawn into the world of virtual currencies. Like many others during the post-pandemic digital boom, Jason was intrigued by the idea of decentralized money—free from government control, untraceable, and potentially life-changing. He had heard stories of people becoming millionaires overnight through Bitcoin, Ethereum, and the latest trend: altcoins. It felt like a digital gold rush, and Jason didn’t want to be left behind.
By Ayun Pa - BKST8 months ago in FYI
The oldest rock discovered by geologists in the United States is 3.82 billion years old.
Scientists have confirmed that Michigan's gneiss is the oldest rock in the United States. This includes Zispristals, formed around 3.82 billion years ago and served in front of long, outstanding competitors. We once assumed that Minnesota maintained this distinction, but fresh data is heading in a different direction. Carol Frost of the University of Wyoming published these results with a team that tested rock samples with the help of advanced geological chronology tools.
By Francis Dami9 months ago in FYI
Why You Talk to Yourself — And Why It’s Actually Smart
You catch yourself whispering under your breath—maybe rehearsing what to say in a meeting, reminding yourself to grab your keys, or scolding yourself for forgetting something (again). It might feel strange or even a little embarrassing, like you're doing something only kids or eccentrics do. But here's the truth: talking to yourself isn't weird. It's brilliant. In fact, it’s one of the most efficient tools your brain has for organizing thoughts, solving problems, and managing emotions. You’re not crazy—you’re clever.
By Noman Khan 9 months ago in FYI
What Bowel Ultrasounds Can and Can't Detect. AI-Generated.
If you’ve experienced abdominal discomfort or digestive troubles, your doctor may have suggested an abdominal ultrasound. This non-invasive approach to diagnostics is becoming increasingly popular due to its accessibility and ability to offer quick results. But what exactly can a bowel ultrasound detect, and where might its capabilities fall short?
By David Brown9 months ago in FYI
No bacteria have ever been observed on Earth or anywhere else before, except on the Chinese space station.
Life in orbit has constantly intrigued scientists, however, few predicted that to would discover a microbe that had by no means been visible on Earth. A bacterium named Niallia tiangongensis has popped up aboard China`s Tiangong station, sparking interest and concern. The new species became diagnosed via way of means of Dr. Junxia Yuan, from the Shenzhou Space Biotechnology Group in Beijing, following designated genetic and biochemical tests.
By Francis Dami9 months ago in FYI
Why Do Airplanes Fly at 35,000 Feet?
Why Do Passenger Planes Fly at Such High Altitudes? A Deep Dive into the Science and Safety Behind Cruising at 35,000 Feet When we board a passenger airplane, buckle our seat belts, and watch the world shrink beneath us, few of us stop to think: Why do planes fly so high? At cruising altitude, most commercial aircraft soar at around 35,000 feet, which is roughly 11 kilometers above sea level. This altitude might seem extreme to many, but there are several well-founded scientific, technical, and economic reasons behind this practice.
By Ikram Ullah9 months ago in FYI
Why We Feel Nothing When Mosquitoes Bite Us (But Itches Later)
It’s a warm evening. You’re enjoying the outdoors, and everything feels perfectly normal—until a few hours later when an unbearable itch creeps up on your skin. You look down and see the familiar red bump: a mosquito bite. The strange part? You never felt the bite happen. It’s like the mosquito was never there. So why does something so small leave such a big, irritating aftermath—while making a silent entrance?
By Noman Khan 9 months ago in FYI
