El Adivino or The Pyramid of the Magician
Visitors are immediately confronted with the massive Pyramid of the Magician upon entering the site of Uxmal. At 115 feet in height, is the tallest …
The Unyielding Courage of Henry E. “Red” Erwin: A Hero’s Sacrifice in the Skies
On April 12, 1945, high above the skies of Koriyama, Japan, a 23-year-old Master Sergeant named Henry E. “Red” Erwin faced a moment that would …
The Great Bridges of Rome —A Work of Art
THE bridges of Rome belong to many ancient wonders. Sextus Julius Frontinus (35–c. 103 CE), Roman governor and commissioner in charge of water supplies, * “They were …
The Third State Between Life and Death: Cellular Resilience and Consciousness
Recent breakthroughs in cellular biology have unveiled a third state existing between life and death, where cells exhibit unexpected activity even after an organism’s demise. …
Riots and Rhetoric: Unpacking the Irony of Chaos for Change
The phrase “Rioters, arsonists, and looters are here to teach us about peace and equality” drips with sarcasm, a pointed jab at the perceived contradiction …
The Submerged Silver Empire: A Tale of Lake Superior’s Daring Mine
Off the rugged, windswept coast of Ontario, nestled within the vast, often tempestuous embrace of Lake Superior, lies a small island with an extraordinary secret. …
The Frydenbø Carbide Generator: Norway’s Wartime Wood-Gas Revolution
The legacy of the Frydenbø carbide generator endures as a testament to human ingenuity born from necessity. Developed in June 1942 by Norwegian engineers at …
A Toast to the Brewers: Reflections on Beer and Responsibility
A moment of introspection about beer consumption reveals a curious blend of personal guilt and philosophical justification. When reflecting on the quantity of beer consumed, …
The Legacy of the Moors: 781 Years of Influence in Spain
The Moors, a diverse group of North Africans primarily of Berber and Arab descent, conquered and ruled parts of the Iberian Peninsula, now Spain, for …
This Giant Snake Rock in Thailand Is a Fascination of Many — Is It an Actual Fossil?
If you ever find yourself exploring Thailand sometime in the future and are curious about attractions that don’t involve shopping and temples, head to Phu …