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The Nebra Sky Disc: Early Calendar, Ancient Astronomical Art or Simply a Fake?
At some point in ancient history, a starry scene was immortalized on a disc of bronze. That artifact is an…
How Long Does the Once-dimming Star Betelgeuse Have Left?
It's been called one of the most famous stars of all time: Betelgeuse (pronounced "Beetlejuice," like the…
The Unusual Connection Between Beavers, Permafrost and Climate Change
Blame it on the beavers: The industrious, buck-toothed rodents are inadvertently…
Plan for GMAT and work with the Top Global Brands in the Fashion Industry
With annual revenue of over 1.2 trillion USD, the fashion industry is ranked as the fourth-largest in the World by…
NYC ClimateClock Counts Down Deadline to Climate Doomsday
The year 2028 could be one of stunning accomplishment or somber failure, depending on how society at large…
Why the 2020 Fire Season Has Been So Hellish
Even in a state with a fire season and forests that have adapted to fire, this was bad. And while the 2020…
Why Solar Geoengineering Should be Part of the Climate Crisis Solution
This conversation has been edited for length and clarity.
Twenty years ago you called geoengineering "deeply…
Are Chewbacca and Bigfoot Related?
It's Sunday, Feb. 26, 1984, and like millions of other kids in the United States, you're watching the network…
Drones Help Bridge the Gaps in Assessing Global Change
As Earth warms, satellite images send strong indications of Arctic greening. But a greening signal belies…
Back to school during COVID-19 Tips for Parents and Caregivers
The end of summer and going back to school can be challenging in the best of times. Now that we are…
Going Back to School Tips for Teachers
It's school time again! You're probably feeling excited and maybe a little sad that summer is over. Some kids feel…
Childhood Experiences That Lead to a More Purposeful Life
Research suggests that our paths to finding purpose can be shaped by early childhood experiences.…
7 Things to Know Before Your First Week at the Nursing School
Becoming a member of a nursing program in today’s ever-evolving and challenging healthcare and…
What Education Should Be in the 21st Century
Education is a vital part of society. It enables individuals to become more learned, equipping them with the skills…
10 Ways To Prepare For College
Indeed, going to college can be an incredible journey. Aside from the fun part, it’s also an important educational…
The Astounding Physics of N95 Masks
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has necessitated use of face masks for protection. Many countries now mandate…
Five Minecraft Shaders That Look Incredible
Creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration are the three main concepts that Minecraft has been…
Mindfulness in the (Online) Classroom
s a teacher of writing and mindfulness, I often use cross-genre approaches in my classrooms. For my writing…
The Difference Between Emergency Remote Teaching and Online Learning
Well-planned online learning experiences are meaningfully different from courses offered online in response to…