Just Plain WEIRD #2
Colonialism was born from the greed for spices and led to today’s globalised world. I know because it’s my family’s story. ‘The desire for spices such as pepper drove European expeditions eastwards.’ Photograph: fcafotodigital/Getty Images – By Anna Sulan Masing Last modified on …
The SmallRig P20 is presently on Kickstarter. SmallRig – By Ben Coxworth 2023 Jan 05 – Although smartphones now shoot amazing video, their form factor still makes them difficult to hold steady while filming. The SmallRig P20 is the latest device designed to address …
Crushing cedar chips created a less efficient biofuel than crushing planks, due to the internal structures of the materials. Depositphotos – By Michael Franco 2023 Jan 04 – Before plant material can be turned into biofuel to power things like giant jets and speedy …
New research has found a correlation between blood biomarkers of hydration and aging. Depositphotos – By Rich Haridy 2023 Jan 02 – A fascinating study from researchers at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) suggests people who don’t drink enough fluids could be at …
Thunberg’s funny exchange is a reminder of the connection between machismo, misogyny and hostility to climate action. ‘He was hoping to promote himself with his sneer at Thunberg; he managed to raise his visibility just in time to make news of his arrest.’ …
While Earth should be pretty safe from an asteroid collision for the foreseeable future, scientists are gathering all the data they can about the potentially dangerous space rocks. Depositphotos – By Michael Franco 2022 Dec 30 – Earlier this week, the High-frequency Active Auroral …
A few of the highlights of the James Webb Space Telescope’s first batch of images. NASA, ESA, CSA, STScI, and the Webb ERO Production Team. View gallery – 17 images – By Michael Irving 2022 Dec 30 – In 2022, decades of work finally …
Creative Photo Awards. Highly Commended – Animals. “Golden Retriever Chasing Beach Ball”. Florida, USA. Clemens Van Der Werf View gallery – 35 images – By Rich Haridy 2022 Dec 29 – Following another incredible year of spectacular photography contests, we’ve gathered a hand-picked selection …
A microscope image of chloroviruses attacking a piece of algae. Kit Lee and Angie Fox – By Michael Irving 2022Dec 28 – Name a type of organic matter and chances are some type of organism has evolved to eat it. Plants, meat, algae, insects …
Native American chefs are redefining the food truck scene while building a loyal customer base. Chef Ray Naranjo, owner of Manko, a food truck specializing in Native American fusion, takes the first orders of the day at an event in Española, New Mexico. …
