The Statue of Liberty’s torch was originally ineffective as a lighthouse, but became a symbol of America for immigrants. In 1916, a system was created to light up the statue at night, and it was used for recruitment posters during World War I. When the Statue of Liberty’s torch was first lit on the evening […]
An exabyte is a unit of storage space equal to 1018 bytes. It is used to quantify humanity-wide measures, such as the amount of information generated in a year. The cost of an exabyte of storage is currently around $500 million USD, but the price is decreasing rapidly. In 2007, it was estimated that we […]
A 20-inch notebook is a laptop with a larger display than most, capable of holding many components and fitting a full-sized keyboard. It can rival desktop monitors and has powerful processors, large hard drives, and sharp monitors. However, it is difficult to carry around due to its size and weight, drains battery life quickly, and […]
Biochemistry studies chemical components and interactions in living things, with practical applications in pharmaceuticals, genetics, biotechnology, and food science. Biochemists develop drugs and products, analyze materials for contaminants, and improve health and safety. Biochemistry is the study of chemical components in living things and the interaction between those components. As such, its practical applications are […]
A tower made of over 500,000 interlocking plastic bricks has been built in Tel Aviv’s Rabin Square, named Omer Tower in memory of a young LEGO fan who died of cancer. The tower stands at 118 feet and Guinness World Records will determine if it is the world’s tallest. A new tower has been built […]
Practical jokes involve performing actions on an unsuspecting person and are popularized on TV shows. They can be performed on specific occasions or new members of organizations. Pranks can involve the telephone, computer, email, hoaxes, visual deception, and false reporting. It’s important to consider the psychological effects and legal ramifications of pranks. Practical jokes are […]
Existentialism in education is controversial but can benefit both students and teachers. It emphasizes the individual’s reality and the importance of creating a fulfilling reality. It can manifest at the teacher level and some argue it should be taught to all students. However, there is room for debate on its role in education. To understand […]
