Japan has begun its controversial whaling operations by killing its first protected fin whale in over a decade. The male fin whale, measuring 19.6 meters (64 feet) and weighing 55 tonnes, was recently caught off the coast of Iwate Prefecture by the whaling company Kyodo Senpaku, according to OceanCare. This catch follows a contentious decision made in May 2024, when fin … [Read more...] about Japan Kills First Protected Fin Whale After Controversial New Quota
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Controversial Physicists Say They Are About To Test Whether We’re Living In A Simulation
A controversial team of physicists is preparing to conduct a series of quantum tests aimed at determining if our reality is merely a simulation. While we generally accept that we live in a real universe, it’s undeniably a peculiar one. In the realm of quantum mechanics, phenomena often defy intuition. One of the most baffling examples is the double slit experiment, which has … [Read more...] about Controversial Physicists Say They Are About To Test Whether We’re Living In A Simulation
The Diving Horse: A Dangerous and Controversial Stunt Show
In the late 1800s, William “Doc” Carver introduced the world to an act that would become one of the most popular attractions of the time: diving horses. Despite the obvious danger and cruelty to the animals, these shows continued for decades, drawing in crowds who marveled at the spectacle of a horse and rider diving from great heights into a pool of water. Carver, a … [Read more...] about The Diving Horse: A Dangerous and Controversial Stunt Show
The Controversial Toy Kit That Allowed Children to Conduct Nuclear Reactions: The Gilbert U-238 Atomic Energy Lab
It may sound unbelievable, but in the early 1950s, a toy kit was available on the market that allowed children to conduct nuclear reactions in the comfort of their own homes. The Gilbert U-238 Atomic Energy Lab, produced by the A. C. Gilbert Company, contained actual radioactive materials that kids could use to perform experiments and learn about the fascinating world of atomic … [Read more...] about The Controversial Toy Kit That Allowed Children to Conduct Nuclear Reactions: The Gilbert U-238 Atomic Energy Lab