When young Saylor Class began her nightly ritual of complaining about monsters lurking in her bedroom, her parents, like many others, attributed it to a child's vivid imagination fueled by recent movie viewings. Little did they know that behind Saylor's innocent declarations lay a buzzing surprise that would turn their farmhouse in Charlotte, North Carolina, into a real-life … [Read more...] about A little girl said monsters were in her bedroom. It was 60,000 bees
worldwide
Major North American Cities Replaced by Major Cities Across the Atlantic on the Same Latitude
Have you ever wondered how far north or south some of the major cities in North America are? Well, this map shows you what other major cities across the Atlantic are on the same latitude as some of the big names in the US and Canada. You might be surprised by some of the comparisons! For example, did you know that New York City is on the same latitude as Madrid, Spain? Or … [Read more...] about Major North American Cities Replaced by Major Cities Across the Atlantic on the Same Latitude
Are There Really No Photos Of Neil Armstrong On The Moon?
The claim that there are more photos of trash bags than of Neil Armstrong on the Moon might seem baffling at first glance, but the explanation behind it is rather straightforward. Every so often, the question arises across the Internet: why are there so few photographs of Neil Armstrong on the Moon? Surprisingly, this query doesn't just come from the usual suspects of … [Read more...] about Are There Really No Photos Of Neil Armstrong On The Moon?
Texas Faces More Flooding as Rivers Reach Hurricane Harvey Levels
At least 224 people have been rescued from homes and vehicles in Harris County, Texas, after days of heavy rain caused rivers to overflow and flood homes. Thankfully, no deaths or serious injuries have been reported. The situation is particularly dire in areas north of Houston, where some communities have received nearly two months' worth of rain in a short period. This … [Read more...] about Texas Faces More Flooding as Rivers Reach Hurricane Harvey Levels
Why do dogs sniff each other’s butts?
When two dogs cross paths or cats come together in a multicat household, one peculiar behavior often takes center stage: the immediate inclination to sniff each other's rear ends. But what drives this seemingly odd behavior? Surprisingly, there's more to it than meets the eye. According to Ellen Furlong, an associate professor of psychology specializing in animal cognition … [Read more...] about Why do dogs sniff each other’s butts?