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In recent years, the world has seen the essence of innovation. Innovation has made everything evolve, making life easier for people and organizations. As such, educational institutions embrace activities that allow students to do extensive research. Science fair projects are part of the exciting activities that students take part in at their schools. They are

The caves of the world contain some of the best ancient works of art ever created. Not all of them may be as spectacular as those of Altamira in Spain, which notably triggered Picasso to say that anything “after Altamira is only decadence.” They all do, however, offer understanding into the way our ancient ancestors

Yes, it is an honor just to be formally recognized as among the best in one’s field. But competition for the Academy Award of Merit, the statuette known affectionately as Oscar, is not the Olympics. No one will take home silver or bronze. Only gold. In this case, a 24-karat plate over solid bronze. While

Say the word “cult,” and you might imagine people holed up in a compound somewhere, convinced that the end is nigh. But in ancient times, cults were taken more seriously and often involved entire populations. This list looks at previously unseen discoveries that added even more mystery or gore to what we already know. From

Pablo Escobar is a famous drug kingpin that most of us have learned about via the popular Narcos TV series on Netflix. Despite his fame, quite a few facts about this drug lord have largely flown under the radar! Here are 10 things you’re not likely to find in a local history book about this

As the story goes, in 1787, Catherine the Great embarked on a trip to view her newly conquered land of Crimea. Catherine’s lover, and the guy responsible for bringing Crimea into the Russian Empire, Grigory Potemkin, wanted to impress his mistress. But the land was in poverty and ruin. According to legend, Grigory, not wanting

When you think of a bank robbery, the typical movie scenes tend to come to mind. A group of criminal masterminds who have spent a tremendous amount of time studying bank floor plans and security carefully execute a plan to heist large sums of money with the hopes of never being caught. Additionally, given that

The Victorian era saw hundreds of vast buildings spring up across the UK, Europe, and North America as governments sought to address the “epidemic” of madness that appeared to be growing in lockstep with the industrialization of the western world. The agreed solution was to build immense institutions run under strict regimes and isolated from

Different countries and cultures celebrate the festive season in diverse ways. For some, religious traditions are at the center of the festivities. For others, it’s all about gathering with family to enjoy a delicious meal and catch up with those who live far away. This in itself is also a tradition for many people around

Death, the great equalizer, is an inevitable fate cast upon the human race as we are brought into this world. Every breath may well be our last. At times, death comes quicker than others, ravaging large populations swiftly and without mercy. In modern times we’ve seen the horrors of a deadly disease tear apart our

You probably picture pigs running around in a field or rooting in the dirt when you think of the porcine creatures. But what if we told you that these animals are also incredibly brave in addition to being adorable? Pigs have been around for thousands of years and are among the most common farm animals.

For as long as humanity has existed, we have thought about the future. It’s inevitable to wonder why we’re all here and what it all means. Looking to the future and pondering what may come gives people an opportunity to consider their place in the world. Besides, there’s no going back, right? Without time travel

We’ve all occasionally overstayed our welcome in bars and restaurants, but some establishments have bothersome patrons who have never left… even after centuries. These ten spooky establishments offer much more than just a fantastic whiskey selection. Related: 10 Haunted School Stories That Made The News 10 Turner’s Seafood in Salem, Massachusetts Turner’s Seafood in Salem,

The European Alps are full of wonder and majesty. From the glistening white peaks to the bustling ski resorts to the quaint and charming alpine towns, what’s not to love about this beautiful part of the world? Well, underneath the charm and fondue, the Alps can be a seriously weird—and sometimes creepy—place. From quirky festivals

Antiques Roadshow is one of the most fascinating shows on television. Yes, you get to hear the interesting stories of old objects, but most people watch for another reason. How will this person react when they are told something they dragged out of the attic is worth big bucks? Or not worth as much as

When a person can’t be identified after death, they’re often called Jane Doe or John Doe. Unfortunately, identification can prove to be a difficult task sometimes and can take years. With the improvement of forensic science, it’s become possible to identify people who have been labeled as a Jane Doe or John Doe for decades.

Marketing is the lifeblood of sales. Unless a brand has already established itself as a dominant force in the market, it will be difficult for the public to react positively to its product launch without some form of marketing. Sometimes, products perform well in the market solely because of an optimized marketing effort. This is

We enjoy the vast assortment of coffees and teas every day, indulge in buttery pastries, and try to restrain ourselves from having that last square of chocolate because sugar is not actually that good for us. The world we live in gives us access to an abundance of goods, which makes it easy to forget

It’s an unfortunate fact that people compare themselves to others. It starts early on in school; we all compare grades with our friends. It continues throughout life as people compare their status and quality of life. Everyone wants to be at the top, right? When it comes to many things, such as income, fitness, IQ,

Celebrity workout routines are all the rage right now. From the fittest to the most famous and even the ones that are straight-up bizarre, people everywhere are trying to copy their favorite celebrity’s workouts. It’s no secret that celebrities have access to the best trainers, personal chefs, and workout facilities in the world. They also