Monthly Archives: August 2021

25 Interesting Historical Photos – Part 302

Here are this week’s interesting historical photos. For part 301, click here. 1. A beach in Iran a few months before the Islamic Revolution, 1979. 2. A man browses for books in the old Public library of Cincinnati. The building was demolished in 1955. 3. Jewish-American soldiers conduct services in Schloss Rheydt, former residence of…… Read More »

How Power Nap Can Boost Your Energy And Productivity

Modern life is hectic. With the constant demands on us—busy schedules, and outside (or inside) pressure to do more, achieve more, and push ourselves harder—it’s unsurprising that more and more of us find it difficult to switch off. And yet, sleep is one of the most important things we can do for our energy, productivity,… Read More »

25 Interesting Math Facts

Here are 25 Interesting Math Facts. 1-5 Interesting Math Facts 01. Hairy Ball Theorem: The hairy ball theorem of algebraic topology states that there is no non-vanishing continuous tangent vector field on even-dimensional n-spheres. In simple terms, it’s impossible to comb all the hairs on a tennis ball in the same direction without creating a…… Read More »

25 Kickass Random Facts List #666

The chemical reaction in glow sticks was discovered by Dr. Edwin Chandross in 1962, but he had no idea the “chemiluminescent” objects were popular at music shows until a Vice interview in 2013. “Is that so?” he said. “Maybe my granddaughter will think I’m cool now.” The post 25 Kickass Random Facts List #666 first… Read More »

5 Things You Should Know – Part 431

Here are 5 things you should know. 1. A simple fan is one of the most effective ways to keep mosquitos away. Entomologists from Michigan State University found that fan-generated wind greatly reduces mosquitoes and they recommend using it in our backyards to protect ourselves and our pets. Mosquitos are very irritating and people try…… Read More »