Staring in movies like “Fast Times at Ridgemont High” and “Gremlins,” Phoebe Cates took over the 1980s, becoming one of the most iconic celebrities of that time. Men of all ages fantasized about her. Meanwhile, women wished they could be her. She had it all, fame, beauty, and talent. However, one day she just disappeared...
I had to look back on my life when I came across this, the second-born that I am (albeit not a second-born son). I may not be a criminal, but I’m certainly the dauntless one in the family, if that counts. Several studies have tried to determine the effects of birth order on certain aspects...
Our beloved planet is full of varying types of minerals. Some of these are common, and some are exceedingly rare. The universe contains an even greater array of “impossible to naturally exist” materials, thanks to its vastly different atmospheric conditions. A few years ago, meteorologists discovered a mystery meteorite that contains an ultra-rare quasicrystal. This...
Princess Diana or ‘Lady Di ‘was affectionately known for her compassionate and nurturing nature. She loved everyday citizens, always offering a hand to those around her. Rising to prominence on her engagement to King Charles, Queen Elizabeth II’s eldest, the world soon learned of her, spotlight in tail. Many believe that the cult following of...
If any of you tend to live under rocks, and there are a lot of you, you might not know that Keanu Reeves is mostly famous for his role in The Matrix and John Wick. These days you are hard-pressed to hear anything negative about Keanu, in fact, he’s a downright saint when it comes...
Even though you notice the judgement from time to time, fear not, as all your swearing is actually a sign that you are more intelligent than your polite expletive-free friends.
Some of the world’s greatest innovations were created by accident, and this might just be the latest to add to that list. A Ph.D. student at the University of California at Irvine accidentally discovered a rechargeable battery that could last up to 400 years while playing around in the lab. The Accidental Rechargeable Battery Mya...
A percentage of New York City schools are getting some adjustments to their curriculum. For the past few years, green roofs have been teaching children about renewable energy and giving them a hands-on experience with nature. Who is Vicki Sando? The first person who introduced a sustainability-inclusive green roof for the education system in NYC was Vicki...
The Wheel of Fortune has been one of the most iconic shows on TV ever aired. It has given us some awesome scenes with contestants going from last place to winning it all in just one round. However, with the glorious victories, there are also embarrassing defeats. If you won the contest or even did...
On August 30, 2023, we will witness a rare event – the blue supermoon. It is an astronomical phenomenon that occurs when the Earth’s natural satellite, the moon, appears larger and brighter in the sky than usual. What actually is a blue supermoon, though, and what makes it so special? Let’s find out. What is...
