What Is That Humming Sound?

On November 11, 2018 a loud, rumbling hum was heard all around the world. From places like Canada and Hawaii to Kenya and Chile, everyone was wondering what this noise was. Was it an alien invasion? The end of the Earth? Well, it was quite the opposite. It was the cry of an undersea volcano, taking shape on the ocean floor. So, what are underwater volcanoes? How do they form? What caused the humming sound? Let's explore these questions in this article. Keep reading to find out! Underwater Volcanoes Underwater volcanoes, also called submarine volcanoes , are volcanoes that form on the ocean...

Plant Life Spread In The Himalayas

When you think of the Himalayas, you may picture tall, rocky, snow-covered peaks. But did you know that researchers have recently discovered plant life expanding in this region? To observe changes in vegetation cover, scientists used satellite technology from NASA’s Landsat, using data from 1993 to 2018. They were also able to track changes thanks to Google Earth Engine, which provided access to government agency satellite data and processing capabilities. This tool was beneficial to the study because it allowed researchers to review large collections of satellite data without having to build...

An Island of Adventure

I’m drowning. I’m slowly sinking down into the stone-cold depths of the sea. No! This isn’t right. I struggle upwards, swimming towards the surface of the water, kicking as hard as I can. My heavy waterlogged clothes weigh me down, but finally, I break the surface of the water. I tread water, gasping and coughing up saltwater. I blink the water from my eyes and look around for shore. I see it, just a little way off, a small stretch of beach. I begin to swim. I need to find a way to get back home! I don’t know how I got here. One minute I was lying in bed trying to fall asleep, and the next...

Farewell To Last Sumatran Rhino

The World Wildlife Fund has listed the Sumatran rhino as critically endangered. The species is at the brink of extinction as their numbers ever-dwindle. The Sumatran rhinos (Dicerorhinas Sumatrensis) are the smallest of the rhino families. Unlike other rhinos, they have two horns and a unique red-brown hide with coarse, dark hair. Other than to mate, these herbivores live in solitude, deep in South Asian rainforests. While the rhinos were once a common sight, deforestation, illegal poaching, and global warming caused their population to plummet. Fewer than 80 still remain in Indonesia...

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LilyGran: Santa baby, I want a bit more catnip right now. I've been an angel kitty all year. Santa baby, and hurry through that cat door tonight!

Would You Buy A Virtual Dress?

Would you pay $9500 for a dress you couldn’t physically wear? Richard Ma paid that much earlier this year for such a garment. It cannot be touched or felt; instead, it is a digital dress that can only be layered on in a photo. This sort of digital fashion, although still quite niche, has seen a rise in popularity in recent years as designers push the physical and cultural boundaries of space and time. How Does It Work? It might seem strange to buy a piece of clothing that does not exist in physical space. Well, in order to actually wear your digital garment, you must understand 3D modeling...

A New Monument In Central Park

Central Park, the first public park built in America, is one of New York’s most famous destinations—and it’s looking to get a brand new attraction. Mayor Bill de Blasio announced plans to build a new Central Park monument honoring the African American Lyons family on October 20. The Lyons family was part of Seneca Village, which was taken down in 1857 to create Central Park. By building this commemorative piece, de Blasio and his administration are hoping to create diversity in public art in New York City, and also acknowledging the contributions of the Lyons family and the existence of...

Catch A Falling Star?

Here’s some incentive to wake up early or stay up past midnight -- a stunning meteor shower! Between November 6th and 30th, you may have an opportunity to capture the Leonid meteor showers. The peak spectacle was last weekend, on November 17-18. Meteors are formed from the dust and debris left behind by a comet. When our Earth crosses the path of this debris, the particles enter our Earth's atmosphere and burn up as they hurtle towards the ground at speeds of 44 miles per second. The larger pieces of dust particles can create spectacular and colorful fireballs that linger in the sky a little...

Do We Have A Movement Signature?

As humans, we have several qualities that distinguish us from one another, such as our fingerprints. Is it possible that we also have unique movement signatures? According to recent studies, each person has a unique quality in their movement. Depending on the person, these differences can be subtle or pronounced. This study was conducted by inviting people to take part in a couple of physical activities. For the study, scientists attached electrodes to 8 muscles in the legs of volunteers. The volunteers were then asked to perform activities such as pedaling on stationary bikes (adjusted...

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