LIFE

In 1897, a bill that effectively converted the value of pi to 3.2 was passed in the House of Representatives of the state of Indiana, USA, without a single dissenting vote. The bill was halted at the last minute by a mathematics professor who happened to visit the assembly.Here are the details...

Soaking fruits and vegetables in vinegar-infused water is a commonly used cleaning method at home. Scientists have tested the effect of vinegar on bacteria using lettuce as a subject; in contrast, for the pesticide residues on apples, water with baking soda yielded better results than tap water.More details in our news.

Could nylon fibers from waste carpets be a way to prevent road cracks? Researchers from North Carolina State University in the USA tested this question in a laboratory for a study they published in 2005, and the results were promising.Here are the details...

A woman who claims to have tried everything from dating apps, friend introductions, to real-life meetings, has chosen an entirely different approach to find her husband: a 'husband application form' prepared like a job advertisement.According to a report by the New York Post, 36-year-old Arin Patterson, residing in the city of Charlotte in the state of North Carolina, USA, added a three-page Google form to her Instagram profile at the end of August. During the application period, which closed on September 30, a total of 241 men applied via the form. Patterson also mentions receiving between 1,000 and 1,500 messages.Source

That nagging question when you meet someone: 'Do they like me?' Beyond smiles, eye contact, and the speed of text responses, scientists have found an unexpected answer to this question: It's in the sway of your body.According to a study conducted at the LIVELab at McMaster University in Canada and published in the Social Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience journal, the degree to which two people's bodies sway in sync during conversation can predict interest in a long-term relationship.Source

One of the 50 states of the USA still carries the flag of another country in the corner of its own flag: Hawaii. The flag in the corner is the Union Jack of England, in other words, the United Kingdom Flag. Behind this peculiar choice lies a king's balance policy, a coup, and a story spanning over 200 years. Source

Most of the buildings that linger in the minds of those who visit Barcelona bear the signature of a single architect: Antoni Gaudí. Believing that there are no straight lines in nature, despising right angles, and known as the 'Architect of God' due to his faith, Gaudí designed his buildings as if they were living entities. Today, seven of his works are on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Source

Creating content for Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube is now being taught as a course at universities. Programs focused on content creation, launched in the UK and the US, teach students everything from shooting videos to negotiating with brands. However, the cost of this degree is steep and even those within the industry are debating its true necessity.

In today's world, popular nutrition trends amplified by the influence of social media are causing a mix-up of correct and incorrect information about health. Particularly when it comes to heart and vascular health, claims of 'miracle foods' circulating on the internet and advice devoid of scientific basis pose a serious threat to public health. The Sabri Ülker Food Research Institute Foundation has taken it upon itself to scrutinize these widespread misconceptions that are believed to be true by the public, yet do not align with scientific facts.

Many people have a small, round scar on the upper part of their left arm, a remnant from their childhood. While no other signs of childhood vaccinations remain, this scar continues to persist, even as the years roll by.So, which vaccination does this scar originate from and why doesn't it ever fade away?

In 1949, on Marion Island, which is part of South Africa, five domestic cats were brought in to eradicate the mice that had invaded the meteorological station. However, in a short time, the number of cats reached into the thousands and they began to hunt the seabirds on the island instead of the mice, leading to an ecological disaster that would last for decades.So, what happened after the cats were removed from the island?

Lake Lanier, located in the state of Georgia, USA, is a popular holiday spot that welcomes over 10 million visitors each year. However, beneath the waters of the lake lie the lands of the town of Oscarville, where its black residents were violently expelled in 1912. Moreover, the lake has been referred to as 'cursed' due to the numerous fatalities that have occurred since its inception.So, what exactly lies beneath Lake Lanier, and why is this lake so deadly?

Have you ever noticed that when you see a dead spider in a corner of your house, its legs are almost always curled under its body? This is because spiders use the fluid pressure in their bodies instead of muscles to extend their legs.So, how does this system work and how have scientists transformed this feature into a robot?

You may have noticed that when heating food in the microwave, the turntable rotates clockwise in one instance and counter-clockwise in the next. Although this might be perceived as a malfunction, it's actually completely normal and related to the operation of the motor that spins the plate.So, why does the plate spin and what determines its direction?

The daily water requirement is not the same for everyone; it varies according to age, gender, weight, height, physical activity, and the temperature of the weather. The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has determined the recommended daily total amounts of water for every age group, from infancy to adulthood.So, how much water should be consumed at what age?