Is this a glimpse into a complex computer chip? Its intricate patterns and symmetrical layout might suggest so. However, this mesmerizing image is actually an aerial perspective of a far more tangible marvel: the Forbidden City. Nestled at the heart of Beijing, China, the Forbidden City is an imperial palace complex of unparalleled grandeur. For over five centuries, from … [Read more...] about A City Within a City: The Forbidden City Revealed
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Electric Photography! Storm Photos of the Year Winners Revealed
The inaugural Storm Photos of the Year competition sparked a global response, with entries pouring in from around the world. Photographers captured the raw power and beauty of 2020's wildest weather, making for electrifying contest winners. The competition had two categories: Photographer of the Year and Photo of the Year. U.S. storm chaser Scott Peake claimed Photo of the … [Read more...] about Electric Photography! Storm Photos of the Year Winners Revealed
America’s dirtiest city is revealed — and it’s not NYC or anywhere near the north
Think New York City holds the crown for America’s dirtiest metropolis with its notorious grime, rat kingdom, and subway adventures? Think again! In a groundbreaking study by LawnStarter, the title of the nation’s dirtiest city has been snatched by none other than Houston, Texas, dethroning Newark, New Jersey, from its perch. Surprisingly, the Big Apple didn’t even make … [Read more...] about America’s dirtiest city is revealed — and it’s not NYC or anywhere near the north
168 Ancient Nazca Lines, Some of Which Resemble Playing Children, Revealed in Peru
In a fascinating archaeological breakthrough, experts have stumbled upon 168 previously unseen Nazca lines, amplifying the total count to a staggering 358. Building upon the revelation of a sizable, notably plump feline figure in 2020, a dedicated team from Yamagata University has unearthed a plethora of additional engravings, dating back over 2000 years, at the renowned … [Read more...] about 168 Ancient Nazca Lines, Some of Which Resemble Playing Children, Revealed in Peru
The Moon’s Hidden Spin: A Virtual Dance Revealed
We've all gazed upon the moon, a familiar celestial companion in the night sky. But there's a secret the moon keeps hidden – a secret now unveiled thanks to modern technology. No one, presently, sees the Moon rotate like this. That's because it's tidally locked to the Earth, always showing us only one side. This doesn't mean the moon doesn't rotate, however. It's just that … [Read more...] about The Moon’s Hidden Spin: A Virtual Dance Revealed