A U.S. ban of TikTok began to take effect on Sunday, capping a high-stakes battle that pitted the federal government against one of the nation's most popular social media platforms. Congress passed the measure last spring with overwhelming bipartisan support, granting TikTok a 270-day window to cut its ties with China-based parent company ByteDance or face a ban. Instead … [Read more...] about US bans TikTok. Here’s what could come next
The Biggest Spider in the World (by Weight and by Leg Span)
When it comes to nature's creepy crawlies, few creatures inspire awe—and a touch of fear—like the world's biggest spiders. While many of these arachnids are far from deadly, their size and unique behaviors make them fascinating subjects for scientists and enthusiasts alike. Whether you're captivated by their enormous leg spans or their role in ecosystems, learning about the … [Read more...] about The Biggest Spider in the World (by Weight and by Leg Span)
World’s Deadliest Spider Has Been Harboring a Killer Secret
Almost every Australian is taught, from a very young age, to be cautious around the funnel-web spider. These large, black, aggressive arachnids can be found along the eastern coast of the continent, making their homes in web-lined burrows. They also, through some quirk of evolution, secrete a venom more deadly to humans than any other spider. The Secret Revealed: There … [Read more...] about World’s Deadliest Spider Has Been Harboring a Killer Secret
How To Wake Up at 5 A.M. Every Day
For years, I envied those "morning people" who seemed to effortlessly rise before the sun. I, on the other hand, was a self-proclaimed night owl, convinced that my creativity thrived in the quiet hours after midnight. But something shifted. Inspired by the disciplined routine of renowned author Haruki Murakami, I embarked on a journey to become an early riser. This article … [Read more...] about How To Wake Up at 5 A.M. Every Day
The World’s Oldest Forest Is Somewhere You Least Expected
Forget the Amazon; forget India's forests with their living bridges; even forget the remote Malaysian rainforest with one of the world's tallest trees. The world's oldest forest is in Cairo. No, not Cairo the capital of Egypt – Cairo, the small town in upstate New York. At the bottom of a sandstone quarry in the small town of Cairo in New York state, researchers found a … [Read more...] about The World’s Oldest Forest Is Somewhere You Least Expected