What Comes After A Trillion? Do You Know?
What comes after a Trillion? Here are a list of the largest named numbers and the largest number ever know, Graham's Number.
Health & Science
20 Funny DNA Jokes And Pick Up Lines… With Explanations
From unzipping genes to DNA contamination, here are some funny DNA jokes and pick up lines.
Can Nuclear Fusion Help Prevent Climate Change?
Nuclear fusion offers a promising solution to global carbon emissions, but its development is still in its early stages, and its scalability remains a significant challenge.
An Asteroid The Size Of The Statue of Liberty Has A 2% Chance Of Hitting Earth in 2032
Scientists have increased the probability of asteroid YR4 colliding with Earth in 2032 to 2.3%, from 1.33%, with a 97.7% chance it will miss Earth entirely, according to NASA's Center for Near-Earth Object Studies.
New Trump Energy Policy Signals a Dramatic Shift in U.S. Climate and Energy Positions
President Trump's executive orders have signaled a shift in U.S. climate and energy policy, with mixed responses from the energy sector, but market forces and global trends may limit the impact of these actions.
Space Oddity: Elon Musk’s Tesla Roadster Mistaken for Near-Earth Asteroid
Elon Musk's Tesla Roadster was mistakenly identified as a new near-Earth asteroid, highlighting the growing challenges in distinguishing between natural space objects and human-made debris.
Egg Prices May Never Be Cheap Again: Here’s Why…
Egg prices have risen dramatically due to the avian influenza outbreak, with experts predicting that prices will continue to climb throughout 2025, making them more expensive than before.
The Sonic Toothbrush vs the Electric Toothbrush: Which One Is Better?
Sonic toothbrushes are considered to be more effective at removing plaque and tartar than electric toothbrushes, with high-frequency vibrations that disrupt bacterial colonies more efficiently.
Q&A: How to Protect Your Home From Frozen Pipes This Winter
Homeowners can protect their pipes from freezing by keeping their home's temperature at least 55°F, allowing cold water to drip from faucets, and opening cabinet doors to allow warm air circulation around plumbing, among other steps.
Emergency Preparedness: Protecting Vital Documents in Times of Crisis
From hurricanes to devastating wildfires, emergency responders emphasize the critical importance of being prepared for sudden evacuation orders. Here's what you need to know about emergency preparedness and essential items to pack.
What Is The Difference Between Tonne And Ton?
The terms "tonne" and "ton" are often confused, with a tonne being a unit of mass in the metric system equal to 1,000 kilograms and a ton being part of the imperial system with two variations, a short ton equaling 2,000 pounds and a long ton equaling 2,240 pounds.
Q&A: How To Deal With A Know-It-All
Know-it-all behavior is driven by a combination of low self-esteem, cognitive biases, and narcissistic personality traits, and can have detrimental effects on personal and professional relationships.
How Severe Weather Events Like Snowstorms Affect the U.S. Economy
Severe snowstorms can have far-reaching economic impacts, including transportation disruptions, increased energy consumption, reduced consumer spending, agricultural setbacks, property damage, labor market fluctuations, and fiscal strain, necessitating a comprehensive understanding and strategic planning to mitigate these effects.
The Tragic End of Laika, the First Animal in Space
In 1957, the Soviet Union launched Sputnik 2 into orbit with Laika, a stray dog from Moscow, as its passenger, who made history as the first animal to orbit Earth, but tragically died due to overheating and panic.
The Great Clock Debate: Is Daylight Saving Time Worth It?
The debate over daylight saving time has been ongoing for decades, with states and federal lawmakers proposing various bills to either end or establish permanent daylight saving time, while experts continue to study the impact of time changes on health and society.
NASA’s Europa Clipper Mission Blasts Off, Seeking Life Beneath Icy Moon’s Surface
NASA has launched its most ambitious alien-hunting mission to Jupiter's moon Europa, with the $5.2 billion Europa Clipper mission aiming to assess the moon's potential to support life and perform 49 close flybys to explore the ocean beneath its icy surface.
The Lost Art of Second Sleep: Unlocking Better Rest and Productivity
Biphasic sleep, or "second sleep", was a common practice among our ancestors before the industrial revolution, and is now being revived as a way to improve rest and productivity by aligning sleep patterns with the body's natural rhythms.