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No One Knows What Caused a Massive 1908 Explosion in Siberia
Theories surrounding the source of the Tunguska blast that rocked the Siberian region in 1908 abound. But the exact cause is still a mystery.
How can a telescope see through time?
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Light travels pretty rapidly, but when it comes to faraway galaxies, that light takes a while to reach our telescopes. In fact, the light you see might actually be from billions of years ago.
Does a ring around the moon mean rain is coming soon?
We humans have figured out a lot of strange ways to measure the weather. A cricket's chirps can tell us the temperature. The open scales on a pinecone signal a dry spell. But can a ring around the moon really predict rainy days ahead?
Was Isaac Newton Really Hit in the Head With an Apple?
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The story of Newton discovering gravity by getting hit in the head with an apple is a classic. Is there any truth to it? Find out at HowStuffWorks.
What is the Milky Way?
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It's your home, and a colossally sized one at that. How much do you know about your galactic digs and their residence amid the yawning universe?
Will Black Soldier Fly Maggots Save Humanity?
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Black soldier fly larvae are useful in myriad ways that just might feed the world and save humanity. HowStuffWorks looks at these amazing creatures.
No Need to Howl When You See January's Wolf Moon
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January's moon is called the wolf moon, but it's also known as the center moon and the freeze up moon (among other names). Here's why.
Why March's Full Moon Is the Worm Moon
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March's full moon is called the worm moon for an unusual reason. What are some other names for the March moon and when can you see it?
How Witchcraft Works
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Witchcraft and belief in magic have been around since the beginning of time. Learn the history of witchcraft, modern witchcraft, Wicca and Wiccan rituals.
12 Of The Coolest Theoretical Ideas From Science Fiction
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For generations science fiction writers have helped to shape the future with their imaginations. In his classic novel From the Earth to the Moon, Jules Verne wrote a fictional account of traveling to space nearly a century before it actually happened. What's more, radar, geostationary satellites, and powerful computers that fit in your pocket were all [...] The post 12 Of The Coolest Theoretical Ideas From Science Fiction appeared first on Goliath.