Month: October 2023

Amazing Discovery Claims Elephants Have Specific ‘Names’ For Each Other

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Recent study led by the Colorado State University has now suggested that wild African elephants might use distinct calls – the equivalent of elephant names – to identify each other.

Incredible Footage Shows Guard Dogs Protecting Sheep from Puma Attack

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The footage of a puma hunting sheep was captured with thermal imaging cameras in the Patagonian wilderness as part of a new National Geographic show.

New York Public Library Brings 100-Year-Old Life Hacks Back into the Spotlight

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The wisdom, “Those unable to recall history are doomed to relive it,” articulated by philosopher George Santayana, holds significance even in our technologically advanced era. Remarkably, the New York Public Library has brought a piece of the past to the digital forefront by digitizing 100 “How to Do It” cards, originally found in cigarette boxes … Read more

Microchip: The Promise of a Month-Long Battery Life for Smartphones

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Smartphones could one day “last a month” before running out of power
The new microchip is so efficient that the devices only need to be charged 12 times a year

Single Mom Took the Risk, Built a Tiny House as Her Retirement Plan

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Michelle Boyle, who has lost possession of two houses through two divorces, built a tiny house as her retirement plan.

Skip Yard Work This Fall and Help Birds Survive the Lethal Winter

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According to a report from The Globe and Mail, there are now a billion fewer birds in North America compared to 40 years ago. Furthermore, around a fifth of bird species on the continent face the risk of population collapse within the next few decades. You can play a role in helping these birds survive … Read more

The Parental Aging Phenomenon: How Sons Accelerate the Clock

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A recent study has brought up something surprising: parents with sons might age faster than those with daughters. This research is super interesting because it mixes ideas from different areas like genetics (what we inherit from our parents), hormones (chemicals in our body), and how we think and feel. The study suggests that having boys … Read more

Retro Rewind: Do You Recognize These 11 Vintage Gadgets?

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In an era dominated by smartphones, smartwatches, and various high-tech gadgets, our lives are continually touched by the latest technological advancements. These modern tools, while powerful and versatile, are part of a digital landscape that often overlooks the charm and groundbreaking nature of simpler times. Before the influx of all-encompassing devices, inventions like the iconic … Read more