While your interactions with your grandma have been nothing but a ray of sunshine, it would be unwise to think that grandparents as a rule are harmless individuals. That is definitely not the case- something three robbers understood when they tried to rob an unarmed lady, thinking that she was an easy target. This is...
If someone were to ask you a simple math problem- “A bat and a ball cost $1.10 in total. The bat costs $1 more than the ball. How much does the ball cost?” what would your answer be? Your reflexively would come up with the answer “$.10”. But, if you were to solve it mathematically,...
Earlier this year, Netflix’s four-part documentary series, ‘Queen Cleopatra,’ found itself at the center of a heated debate surrounding the casting of Cleopatra herself. The series, a part of the African Queens series, aims to investigate the life of the Egyptian ruler. The show is narrated by actor Jada Pinkett Smith, who expressed her desire...
Optical illusions are quite trendy, with people scratching their heads at some of the illusions which can get really difficult. Recently, an optical illusion became viral as it initially showed a bunch of classical Grecian-style statues. But if one were to observe it closely, they would find a hidden man inside it- who was alive....
The night sky and outer space are both incredible things to observe and understand. They give us insight if we pay close enough attention and are so vast the discoveries are endless. On Saturday, June 17th, 2023, a planetary display will occur involving five planets that will be visible across the Eastern Horizon. Five Planets...
On Friday, May 19, a rare astronomical event will take place, but unfortunately, it won’t be visible to us. It’s called a new Moon. A lunar phase where the Moon is positioned on the dayside and therefore not visible. This particular new Moon is considered even rarer because it is an additional occurrence this season....
For centuries, humanity has been mesmerized by the night sky. There is so much to behold when gazing up at the stars. From the many moon phases, we gain perspective on how the Earth spins around the sun. Lunar and solar eclipses might very well be one of the most fascinating things. There will be...
Feeling lost in life is something so many humans endure. There are so many expectations for us to know exactly what we are doing, and social media only enhances that. But, what many people do not realize is that even the most successful influencers feel lost a lot of the time. So, we have a...
A comet known as C/2022 E3, marked by its bright green nucleus and long faint ion tail, will be on display in the Earth sky later this month — possibly for the first time ever or at least for thousands of years. “If C/2022 E3 has ever passed through the solar system before, it would...
New year, new opportunities for sky-gazing. If you are new to astronomy or an old pro, there are many celestial events to kick off 2023, including a meteor shower, a comet, and clear sightings of planets and star clusters. Some of these events require special equipment, like a telescope or binoculars. Plus, a sky map...
Optical illusions have been around for centuries and continue to intrigue society to this day. They come in all forms, from visuals to artistic images, and they show us how easily our brains’ can be tricked by what we see. Or, what we don’t notice. But, what exactly does this say about the state of...
Mila Kunis never intended to give Will Smith a standing ovation at the 2023 Oscars- despite the rest of the attendees doing so. The star of That 70’s Show, and her husband- Ashton Kutcher- were at the Academy Awards when they saw Smith walking up on stage and slapping Chris Rock. The latter had made...
