Goats Were the Unexpected Pioneers in Discovering Coffee
The popular beverage coffee was reportedly discovered by goats in Ethiopia.
Animals
FoodDiscover the Unique Growth Pattern of Brussels Sprout Plants
Contrary to popular belief, Brussels sprouts do not grow like cabbage or lettuce, instead they grow on a stalk.
ScienceUnseen Travelers: Microbes Journeying Across Our World
The bacteria Staphylococcus offers fascinating model systems for interspecies interactions.
ScienceThe Surprising Link Between Iron and Ice in Earth's History
Did you know that iron and ice share a common property? They both are known to shrink when they melt!
EnvironmentEfficient Chitin Recycling: Promoting Sustainable Practices
Antarctica's largest land animal, the Belgica Antarctica, survives through chitin recycling
AnimalsThe Misleading Name: Flying Lemurs Cannot Truly Fly
Despite its misleading name, the 'Flying Lemur' doesn't fly. Instead it glides from tree to tree using a thin membrane of skin stretched between its limbs.
AnimalsThe Vibrant Hue of Cochineal: Nature's Scale Insect Dye
Cochineal, a bright red dye, is derived from the crushed bodies of scale insects.
FoodDiscover the Surprising History Behind Fortune Cookies
Contrary to popular belief, fortune cookies did not originate in China, but in early 20th century San Francisco.
AnimalsUnveiling the Mysteries of Pondicherry's Purple Earthworms
There exists a special species of earthworms found only in the town of Pondicherry, Southern India that can produce a vibrant purple pigment
TechnologyInnovative Advances in Wireless Electrical Power Transfer
In the 19th century, Serbian inventor and electrical engineer Nikola Tesla developed a method for transmitting power without wires.
NatureThe Moth Orchid: Nature's Clever Insect Mimicry Masterpiece
Phalaenopsis amabilis, commonly known as the moth orchid, is a flower species that mimics the shape of insects to lure them for pollination
ScienceUnderstanding the Principles of the Random Walk Theory
The Random Walk Theory is a financial theory that stock market prices cannot be predicted.
MysteriesExploring Alaska's Mysterious and Quiet Ghost Town
A peculiar phenomenon called 'the whispering of Alaska' creates an audibly silent city, despite its bustling activities.
AnimalsFascinating Insights Into the Venomous Nature of Shrews
Did you know that the Northern Short-tailed Shrew is one of the very few mammals with a venomous bite?
MysteriesMysterious Phenomenon: The Enigma of Star Jelly Explained
Star jelly, also known as star rot and astromyxin, is a gelatinous substance that supposedly falls during meteor showers. Its origin remains unexplained.
TechnologyHarnessing Graffiti Art to Generate Sustainable Electricity
There's a pioneering technology that turns graffiti into electricity using sunlight, by a group of visionary scientists.
FoodInvestigation Uncovers Radioactive Contaminants in Honey
In Turkey's Black Sea region, honey can be naturally radioactive.
MysteriesThe Persistent Urban Soundscape of Vibrant Mexico City
Mexico City has a mystery humming sound that only some people can hear, and its origin remains unknown.
FoodIntriguing Facts About Potato's Natural Radioactivity
Potatoes naturally contain slight amounts of radioactive material.
AnimalsUnveiling the Hidden Mysteries of Fireflies' Glowing Realm
Did you know that fireflies or lightning bugs aren't actually flies or bugs but are types a beetle?
ScienceThe Remarkable Discovery of Earth's Natural Nuclear Reactor
Did you know that the Earth once had a naturally occurring nuclear fission reactor?
FoodHow Potato Chips Were Invented by Accident and Became a Hit
Potato chips, a ubiquitous snack, were accidentally invented by a chef in the United States while trying to appease an unhappy customer.
NatureEvergreen Strawberries: The Perpetual Fruit Generators
Day-Neutral or Everbearing strawberries, unlike their summer-producing counterparts, can bear fruit virtually year-round in mild climates.
MysteriesThe Mysterious Voyage of the Baobab Tree on Water Waves
The Savuti Camp is home to a mystery: Namely, a fully-grown and living Baobab tree that floats on a lagoon with its roots partially submerged in the water.
