Author: James Dorman
Sending humans into space was one of the most important accomplishments of the 20th century. However, limitations in our technology have kept the idea of manned missions to other planets in the realm of science fiction. That might all be about to change. Researchers are developing a new rocket system that could dramatically reduce the amount of time it takes to travel between places in space. If it works, it could revolutionize space travel, ushering in a new era of exploration. The Current Challenges of Space Travel Source: NASA/Unsplash Space is vast. The distance between us and even relatively “close”…
Despite facing backlash for it last year, Target is back with a Pride selection this year. However, the impact of last year’s firestorm is definitely being felt by the retailer. Target has announced that its Pride selection this year will be just 75 items — a drastic reduction from last year’s lineup of more than 2000 items, according to reports. Financial Backlash Source: Mackenzie Marco/Unsplash The Minnesota-based retailer is likely responding to financial backlash from last year’s scandal, where the brand became embroiled in a social media firestorm over clothing and accessories marketed at children during last year’s Pride month.…
The Dyson sphere is a piece of super-advanced, theoretical technology that walks the boundary of science fiction. This doesn’t mean that it hasn’t captured the imagination of legitimate research scientists for decades. Scientists believe there may be Dyson spheres out there in our galaxy, having identified at least seven stars in the Milky Way where these megastructures could be built. What Is a Dyson Sphere? Source: Ricardo Javier/Shutterstock The idea of a Dyson sphere has been around since the 1960s. Quantum physicist Freeman Dyson first put forward the basic concept that would evolve into the idea of the modern Dyson…
If you traveled back in time 500 million years, the surface of the Earth would look very different from how it does today. But what fewer people realize is that the inside of the planet would be different. Scientists postulate that the Earth’s magnetic field was far weaker then than it is now, and this may be the key to the birth of life as we know it. The Magnetic Field Source: NASA/Unsplash Before exploring this theory in more detail, it’s useful to first have an understanding of what the Earth’s magnetic field is and how it can impact the…
There’s a lot of public discourse around Electric Vehicles (EVs). On the one hand, they’re the solution to a lot of the problems caused by crowded modern roads and the environmental impact of harmful tailpipe emissions. But they’re not without issues of their own. EV owners have their own grievances with the vehicles, with questions raised regarding their cost, convenience and their real contribution to environmental sustainability and preservation. Big Starting Investment Source: Artem Beliaikin/Unsplash One of the benefits touted by EV advocates is that they offer cost savings to motorists. Without the need to fill up at the pump,…
Mongolia is no stranger to harsh winters, but it has been hit with extremely poor weather. This has led to disaster. The Mongolian government passed a resolution in February 2024 declaring heightened readiness levels as severe winter weather affected the country, leaving livestock dead. What Is Happening? Source: IBolat/Unsplash Mongolia was subjected to extreme, severe weather conditions over the winter. The Central Asian country is no stranger to experiencing “merciless” winters, but this was more extreme than usual. There is a Mongolian term to describe the extreme weather across the region — a dzud. What Is a Dzud? Source: Olga Kovalski/Unsplash…
Experts recently published a study looking at artificial methods to cool the planet and combat the effects of climate change. This study claims to contradict some old fears about the impact of using such artificial measures. However, many scientists are dubious about the study. They claim it’s not comprehensive enough and doesn’t properly consider the risks of the methods it advocates. Geoengineering Source: Brano/Unsplash Geoengineering basically describes the practice of employing emerging technologies to manipulate the environment. The aim of this manipulation is to offset some of the impacts of climate change. Solar geoengineering specifically looks to reflect a small…
Big portion sizes are part of what Chipotle is known for. Or rather, it’s what they were known for. Recently, they’ve been getting public attention for shrinking portion sizes coupled with rising prices. But Chipotle’s CEO is looking to combat this public criticism and salvage the brand’s image, insisting that portions have not gotten smaller. He even offers bizarre advice for customers to get more food. Big Portions Are Part of the Brand Source: Missvain/Wikimedia Commons Chipotle is a specialty burrito and taco fast-food chain. One thing that’s known about their brand is that if you order a burrito or…
The story of Noah’s Ark is perhaps one of the most universally known Bible tales. The biblical patriarch used his enormous vessel to allow his family and a menagerie of animals to survive a great flood and repopulate the earth in its aftermath. Researchers examining a peculiar geological formation in modern Turkey believe they may have in fact found the remains of Noah’s Ark, which would shine a whole new light on our understanding of the ancient world. Biblical Flood The story of Noah’s Ark is one of the more memorable tales from the Bible. Ahead of a great flood,…
Drivers of popular rideshare companies are reporting that they are seeing more and more fares where their compensation won’t even cover the cost of a cup of coffee. Drivers have provided evidence of recent trips they’ve completed that have paid less than $3. They say this is just part of a broader trend for decreased pay for rideshare drivers. Rideshare Drivers Earning Less Than $3 Per Trip Source: Thought Catalog/Unsplash It seems that the days of being a driver for a popular rideshare platform like Uber or Lyft being a potentially lucrative gig may be a thing of the past.…