Hasan Jasim - The time has come to dismantle a pervasive and damaging myth: that the United States had to drop atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki to bring World War II to a close. Recent publications, such as The Kansas City Star, have continued to perpetuate this myth, presenting it as uncontested truth. The claims that need to be debunked are as follows: These … [Read more...] about It’s time to end the myth that the US needed to drop atomic bombs to end World War II | Opinion
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Here’s The Real Reason Why Tennis Balls Are Bright Yellow – And It’s Connected To David Attenborough
As Wimbledon captures the world's attention, it's the perfect moment to delve into the history of the yellow tennis ball and its unexpected link to David Attenborough. Wimbledon is synonymous with quintessential British summer traditions: strawberries and cream, a refreshing glass of Pimm’s, and the timeless elegance of the All England Club’s lush green lawns. Dating back to … [Read more...] about Here’s The Real Reason Why Tennis Balls Are Bright Yellow – And It’s Connected To David Attenborough
This Plant Will Give You Ketchup and Fries At The Same Time and It’s Now Available in the US
See the potatoes under the tomatoes? They all come from one plant. Yes, this means that you can have ketchup and fries from the same plant and that’s what this amazing variety is actually called: the Ketchup ‘n’ Fries plant (known as “TomTato” in the UK). It’s a hybrid that has a vine growing cherry tomatoes while its roots grow white potatoes—what a nice combination! … [Read more...] about This Plant Will Give You Ketchup and Fries At The Same Time and It’s Now Available in the US
Don’t Panic, It’s Vivipary! When Seeds Germinate Inside the Fruit
Have you ever sliced open a pepper or tomato, only to find tiny green sprouts poking out from the seeds? This surprising phenomenon, known as vivipary, might leave you wondering if your groceries have gone rogue. But fear not, these sprouted seeds are a natural occurrence, not a sign of spoilage. The mystery behind this early germination lies in the delicate dance between … [Read more...] about Don’t Panic, It’s Vivipary! When Seeds Germinate Inside the Fruit
The Widowmaker Pine Cone Is the World’s Largest: It’s So Big It Can Actually Kill You
Definitely mind your head when walking by one of these! Ever wondered how big a pine cone can grow? Well, ponder no further. The Coulter pine (Pinus coulteri), an evergreen conifer native to the coastal mountains of southern California and northern Baja California, is known for producing the heaviest and largest cones of any pine species, which can weigh up to 5 kg … [Read more...] about The Widowmaker Pine Cone Is the World’s Largest: It’s So Big It Can Actually Kill You