Month: June 2024

New animal behaviors are being discovered every day. Some of the most captivating scenes come from well-known species, mainly because seeing bears and badgers do something wild is surprising. Now is the best time to witness these rarely-seen moments. Trail cameras, private photographers, and research film crews are everywhere, and this wide net of surveillance

Filmmaking is big money, but studios and financiers can get so caught up in a concept, a director, an actor, or dreams of a big payday they forget about the nuts-n-bolts of the operation. Indeed, once the other parts are in place, it’s not uncommon for the writing to be the last thing that gets

Indigenous cultures had and still have a profound connection to the natural world. These incredible people comprise 6% of Earth’s population across 90 countries. Indigenous people have been credited with developing several technologies and have contributed much to science. They also speak more than 4,000 languages and believe in things we cannot begin to comprehend

Nestled in southwestern Utah, Zion National Park is a remarkable natural marvel with a rich history. Once known as Mukuntuweap by indigenous peoples, the area was renamed Zion by Mormon pioneers in the late 1800s, signifying its dual role as a sanctuary and refuge. Designated as Mukuntuweap National Monument in 1909 by President Taft, this

A spite house is a building constructed—or sometimes substantially modified—by an aggrieved person who is ticked off at their neighbors for some reason, either real or imagined. Spite houses are pretty much exactly what they sound like in that term: buildings built out of spite! They are often not meant to be lived in or

Throughout history, being a monarch has never just entailed enjoying the fruits of being at the very pinnacle of the social order. For kings and queens, there’s always been the danger of a jealous usurper lurking in the shadows and being prepared to take deadly action to grab power. So it’s little wonder that many

With summer just around the corner, everyone should be preparing for ice-cold Big Gulps and refreshing Slurpees—and don’t forget to grab your free one on July 11th! 7-Eleven has become an icon of America, the neon sign comforting glow to remind you that no matter what time it is, you can grab some potato chips

How would you feel if you recorded a hit song? If it were us, we’d be pretty darn happy about the achievement and brag about it to everybody we knew. And then we’d pray that we weren’t about to become a one-hit wonder and record like mad to ensure we would also have a second

It’s not often you can have your heart warmed while learning about scientifically calculated catitude. But today is your lucky day because this is one of those rare occasions. This won’t just tug the strings of your second-most important organ; it also covers essential information about our favorite feline friends (until the domestication of the

The city of Nottingham in England is probably best known for the fictional hero and his friends who made the area their home. But as exciting as the tales of Robin Hood and his Merry Men are, the city also has a fascinating non-fictional history that stretches back centuries. Part of what makes it so

Our planet Earth is a tapestry woven with the threads of the mundane and the mystical, the understood and the unfathomable. It is a world where the bizarre and the beautiful coexist, inviting curiosity and wonder in equal measure. Yet, among its myriad mysteries, certain natural phenomena stand out, not just for their awe-inspiring beauty

Musical instruments, in their traditional forms, are beloved for their familiar sounds and iconic designs. Yet the world of music is not limited to the standard shapes and sizes we’ve come to know. Throughout history and into modern times, inventive minds have pushed the boundaries of musical instrument design, resulting in some truly bizarre creations.

Some things carry unexpected passengers. Whether they land inside their “hosts” by accident or design, many such pairs are invaluable to researchers. Rare finds can broaden our understanding of history and help rediscover lost species, codes, and more. However, not even the experts can predict where such a gem might reveal itself, as concealed goodies

For our day-to-day lives, technology offers both comfort and convenience, embedded so deeply in our routines that its presence is almost invisible. Yet beyond the mundane uses of our gadgets and software lies a world where innovation meets creativity, turning ordinary technology into something extraordinary. This list explores the most unusual and inventive applications of

There have been a surprising number of prison escapes involving helicopters. And an even more surprising number of those attempts have actually succeeded! Of course, for those of us of a certain age, Escape from Alcatraz comes to mind as the classic story in the prison break discourse. Others may also point to Shawshank Redemption

Whether written for revenge, financial gain, or just to get the truth out, poisoned pen books exposing the darker side of a celebrity or public figure have long been a popular genre. Sometimes, these exposés are authored by a member of the celeb’s own family, such as the Joan Crawford book Mommie Dearest, penned by

Trademarks are the lifeblood of a company’s brand identity, representing its reputation, values, and promise to consumers. A strong trademark can evoke trust, loyalty, and recognition, but when a trademark becomes tainted by scandal, controversy, or mismanagement, the damage can be irreparable. The once-respected names that people associated with quality and reliability can become synonymous

Our knowledge concerning human evolution is apt to be limited and general. We’re unlikely to know the specifics about how our various body parts—eyes, nose, ears, tongue, hands, feet, knees, spine, and genitals—originated. We’re also probably curious about these matters; the need to know is basic to all of us, after all. This list will

How do you think you will die? It’s a morbid question, sure. But one thing is for certain about this life: we’ll all leave it at one point or another. And for most of us, we’ll not only have very little control over how we die but also where and when. Sure, we’d love to