Author: Beth Moreton

Despite being popular in terms of car racing, NASCAR has been struggling in recent months. After filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, it has now announced layoffs for some working in the popular sport. Many of its top teams have had to close down over the last few years, with one more now being added. But what will this mean for the sport, and who is getting laid off? Most Popular Auto Racing Series Source: Caleb Woods/Unsplash NASCAR racing is the most popular auto racing series across the U.S. But as this is the case, many would question why such a…

If you go to any burial site to visit someone no longer with us, such as a friend or family member, you would assume that a human had created the site. However, not all burial sites were created by humans. Archaeologists have recently found a burial site in South Africa that was created before mankind even existed. But what, or possibly who, created it? Burial Sites Are Everywhere Source: @Paracelsus109/X Burial sites are everywhere. Most people assume them to be above ground. However, some have been found underwater, much to the surprise of the people who discovered them. An archaeologist…

World War II was a difficult time for many, and many of the soldiers who were involved in the war went through crimes and punishments that they didn’t deserve to go through. 256 black sailors are just a handful of those who were unfairly treated. However, it now seems that they are being cleared of any blame they received from an explosion that killed around 320 people, which is something many are saying was done due to racial biases at the time. WWII Is Faced With Many Mysteries Source: Pelman, L./Wikimedia Commons WWII occurred over 80 years ago, and many…

Earthquakes cause devastation wherever they go. Sometimes, the magnitude isn’t strong enough to cause enough destruction, but in other cases, it is catastrophic, causing buildings to collapse, roads to be ripped up and people to lose their lives. An earthquake like this could be set to hit the U.S. West Coast, from southern Canada to northern California, which could have never-before-seen consequences for the area and those living there. Researchers Have Mapped the Underwater Fault Source: @MarkNelsonKPTV/X While this fault has been known for years, researchers have finally been able to map out the underwater fault, which will help them…

Even if a volcano is dormant, there is always the worry that it will one day erupt and cause catastrophe. This is happening for one volcano in Alaska that hasn’t erupted in 800 years. Scientists have reported seeing signs of a chance for the volcano to erupt at any given time. As many people visit dormant volcanoes, they and nearby residents should be wary of it as they could get caught up in the crossfire.  Some Volcanoes Are Active Source: ruedi häberli/Unsplash Some volcanoes are known to be active, and therefore, people tend to avoid them, as it is widely…

The remains of what has been described as an “alien mummy” have been discovered on a farm in Peru. The mummy has a large and oddly shaped head and a three-fingered hand. The discovery is unlike any other and has led many to question what this creature could be, why it was found in Peru, and if there is a chance of others like it being seen elsewhere. The Creature Has Peculiar Features Source: @renmusb1/X Farmers in Peru initially discovered the alien-like creatures. However, scientists quickly became interested in them due to their peculiar and unusual features. They have elongated…

Tea may be seen as a healthy and pleasant beverage to drink. Many people will have a cup of tea when they wake up, go to work, want to warm up on a cold day, or simply just because they fancy it. However, there is a basic ingredient in tea that could be damaging to your intestines and brain. While this might not happen to everyone, it is hazardous if you are pregnant—to both yourself and your unborn child.  Many Items Contain Toxic Chemicals Source: Carli Jeen/Unsplash Many everyday items that most people use and consume can contain toxic chemicals…

Many precedents have been in place for years in court cases, based on the U.S. Constitution, to help give more protection to the defendant. However, this could soon change if Chief Justice John Roberts gets his way. The Chief Justice wants to encourage the return of historical court cases so that decisions can be overturned based on constitutional protections. In short, you should be very worried. Who Is Chief Justice John Roberts? Source: Steve Petteway/Wikimedia Commons Chief Justice John Roberts graduated from Harvard College in 1976 with an A.B. and Harvard Law School in 1979 with a J.D. He has…

Tombs from various periods of history can give us great insight into what happened at the time the person was buried and also challenge our previously held beliefs. Archaeologists came across a flooded tomb in Sudan so decided to dive into it. The tomb was located in an ancient burial site, and several exciting items were discovered inside.  Ancient Tombs Hold Many Mysteries Source: Faqih Abdul/Unsplash One of the most exciting things about ancient tombs is that they hold many mysteries. While some have already been discovered and either help contradict or confirm long-held beliefs about those times, others remain…

People tend to refuse to accept scientific facts due to their beliefs and opinions that would go against this. As an example, religious people may refuse to accept scientific facts that go against what the Bible has taught them. Even though many people will accept these scientific facts, others just can’t do that. Regardless of those reasons, there is a shocking amount of facts that some may have thought were widely accepted. However, they simply haven’t been.  Climate Change Is Real Source: Mika Baumeister/Unsplash Climate change is currently a big issue of contention. Many climate groups and activists have warned…