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In his essay titled “The The Uninhabitable Earth”, David Wallace Wells argues that the natural phenomenon humans often call climateContinue Reading
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How to Photograph a Black Hole
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Valkyrie, the Metal Man on Mars
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Insider Interview with Nicole Felix-Tovar
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What is the elusive Planet Nine?
Astronomers have recently discovered the solar system’s most distant object, thus far, which they creatively nicknamed “FarFarOut.” It is 3.5 times more distant than Pluto (140 times farther away than the Earth from the sun). The proposed distance for Planet 9, according to Greg Laughlin, an astronomer at Yale University is, “[the] best estimate for its [planet 9’s] current position and brightness put it about 950 times farther than Earth from the Sun.” For now, Planet 9 remains an elusive possibility as we continue to explore what lies on the fringes of our own solar system and galaxy.
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The Elderly and Social Media
Social media is too often portrayed as teenage territory. Read on to learn about the benefits of social media in the lives of the elderly.
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Boeing Starliner: The Crew Dragon Rival
SpaceX has launched the Crew Dragon and Boeing is close behind with the Starliner. Learn about Boeing’s capsule and how it will get astronauts to the International Space Station.
The Political and Psychological Premises of Machiavellianism
While most people are familiar with the concepts of narcissism and psychopathy, most remain largely unaware of what Machiavellianism entails. In psychology, Machiavellianism is part of the “dark triad” of mental traits.
Tips for the Summer before Senior Year
Junior year is stressful, and that stress stretches into the first semester of senior year as students struggle to prepare for standardized testing and college applications. Here are some tips on how to prepare for the college application season and be prepared for your senior year of high school.
