Category: Human

The Illusion of Touch: Why We Never Truly Make Contact

August 1, 2024

In our daily lives, we believe we touch objects and surfaces, but fundamentally, this isn’t accurate. All matter is composed of atoms, which include electrons. When atoms come close, their electrons repel each other. This fundamental principle of physics means that objects never actually touch. What we perceive as touch is the electromagnetic force produced…

The Wonders of the Human Body

July 25, 2024

The Brain The human brain is a marvel of nature, featuring 490 kilometers of blood vessels. A single brain cell can store information equivalent to five volumes of the Encyclopedia Britannica. Brain signals travel through neurons at speeds of up to 170 miles per hour, equivalent to the rapid movement of vehicles on an express…

Pioneering Women in Space Exploration

July 23, 2024

On June 16, 1963, Valentina Tereshkova became the first woman to travel to space. A Russian cosmonaut, Tereshkova’s journey marked a significant milestone in space exploration, paving the way for women in this field. It wasn’t until twenty years later, on June 18, 1983, that the United States sent its first woman to space, Sally…

Chess: The Game of Kings and Strategy

July 20, 2024

Chess is one of the oldest board games in human history, known for its intricate blend of intelligence and speed. Celebrated globally since July 20, 1966, International Chess Day commemorates this ancient game every year. Originating in India, the precursor to chess was a game called ‘Chaturanga,’ believed to have been developed between 319-543 CE…

Artemis 2: Preparing for a Historic Lunar Mission

July 19, 2024

The Artemis 2 mission is set to take four astronauts on a journey around the moon and back in September 2025. The core stage of the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket, crucial for this mission, has recently been completed and shipped by Boeing and NASA. This marks a significant milestone in the Artemis program, which…

Welcome to the Mini Pandora Forest

July 18, 2024

Have you ever seen pictures of the Amazon rainforest? It’s mostly flat, but in the wildest, most remote parts of the Amazon near the Peruvian border, there’s a mountain that rises half a kilometer above the flat forest. This mountain, known as Cerro El Cono, is believed to be the peak of an extinct volcano….

Falcon 9 Malfunction: 20 Satellites to Re-Enter Earth’s Atmosphere

July 15, 2024

SpaceX has confirmed that 20 satellites launched from a Falcon 9 rocket in California will re-enter Earth’s atmosphere after the rocket’s second stage experienced a malfunction. The company reported a liquid oxygen leak during the second stage, resulting in insufficient thrust to achieve the intended orbit. SpaceX’s official statement highlighted that the minimal ignition in…

The Anechoic Chamber: The World’s Quietest Room

July 15, 2024

The Anechoic Chamber, known as the world’s quietest room, is located in Microsoft’s office in Redmond, Washington. This unique space is so silent that one can hear their own heartbeat, the rustling of clothes, the sound of swallowing, and even the blood flowing in their veins. The chamber has been recognized by the Guinness World…

The Impressive Scale of Elon Musk’s Falcon-9 Rocket

July 9, 2024

Many of us have seen videos of Elon Musk’s Falcon-9 rocket landing back on Earth. However, the true scale of this impressive piece of technology is often not fully appreciated. The rocket’s size is much larger than most people realize. In one striking image, a person is seen walking near the Falcon-9, highlighting the sheer…

The Extraordinary Life of Sidis: A Journey of Brilliance

June 30, 2024

William James Sidis, renowned for his extraordinary intellect, lived a remarkable life, spanning an unprecedented 46 years. Born in Ukraine to a psychologist father, Sidis demonstrated exceptional intelligence from a young age, leading to his early admission to Harvard University at just 11 years old. Although he later left Harvard, he continued his academic pursuits…