What Happens If Iceland's Mount Fagradalsfjall Erupts?
In November 2023, Iceland began experiencing increased earthquake activity from the active volcano Mount Fagradalsfjall. Here's what happens if it erupts.
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The Real Reason The North And South Pole Have No Time Zones
The North and South Poles live in our minds as isolated, icy landscapes. Adding to that, they are the only places on Earth that have no time zones.
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Why Elephants Are Considered Good Luck
All around the world, elephants are considered good luck in various cultures for various reasons, with the Hindu god Ganesh perhaps being a catalyst.
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Where Are Tree And Julia Heim From The Garden Now?
The Garden, a remote, off-the-grid agrarian commune, went viral thanks to self-descirbed "hippies" Tree and Julia Heim. Here's what they're up to today.
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Why Theodore Roosevelt Banned Christmas Trees In The White House
Theodore Roosevelt banned Christmas trees in the White House despite living there with his wife and six children. Some may consider his reason practical.
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Why Britain's Robin Hood Tree Is So Revered
Britain's so-called "Robin Hood" tree was was recently felled in an act of vandalism, shocking and saddening the nation. Here's why the tree is so revered.
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Why This National Park Trail In Utah Is So Dangerous For Novice Hikers
Though beautiful, some of the U.S. terrain is not particularly easy to traverse. Here's why this national park trail in Utah is so dangerous for novice hikers.
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Theories About What The Golden Orb Found At The Bottom Of The Ocean Might Be
On August 30, 2023, the Okeanos Explorer found a strange golden orb at the bottom of the ocean. Here are some of the theories about its origins.
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Myths People Believe About Carnivorous Plants
When it comes to carnivorous plants, fact is sometimes stranger than fiction. Here's the science behind some of the myths about these incredible species.
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The Weird World Of Parasitic Plants
While they may seem like pests, parasitic plants can play important roles in ecosystems. Clearly, the world of parasitic plants is a weird one.
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How The Saguaro Blossom Became Arizona's State Flower
The saguaro blossom was officially designated Arizona's state flower in 1931, but it was a long, long road to get there. Here's the full story.
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This Is What They Do With Implants And Prosthetics Before Cremation
Thanks to modern medicine, lots of people have implants and prosthetics that improve their quality of life. Here's what happens to those items upon cremation.
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The Real Reason There Are So Many Stray Dogs In Egypt
It's estimated that there are 15 million stray dogs in Egypt. The real reason there are so many is multifold, and efforts to solve the issue are controversial.
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Pink Animals You'll Find In The Wild
Pink flowers and plants are abundant. Pink animals? Not so much -- which makes the stunning, vibrantly colored creatures on this list all the more spectacular.
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The National Park That's Covered In Glowing Millipedes
If you take a stroll through this national park in the United States, you'll find that it's covered in glowing millipedes. Here's why this is the case.
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This Is What Would Happen To Earth If The Ocean Currents Collapsed
New research found that due to climate change, the Atlantic Ocean's currents are at risk. This is what would happen to Earth if the ocean currents collapsed.
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Billionaires Who Died In 2023
No matter how much money you accumulate in life, one day, you will die just like everyone else. Here are the few billionaires who passed away in 2023.
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The Strange Connection Between Ancient Pompeii And Italy's Signature Dish
When you hear "Italy's signature dish," there's one thing you probably think of - and it has a strange connection with ancient Pompei. Here's the story.
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The Dark Secret Hiding Within This Blue Lava Volcano
In Indonesia a blue lava volcano attracts thousands of tourists but there is a dark secret hiding within the industry around the Kawah Ijen.
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Do Dogs Get Dementia?
The most common and recognizable form of dementia in humans is Alzheimer's disease. But can dogs get similar diseases? You might be surprised at the answer.
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Why Earth's 'Boring Billion' Years Weren't So Boring After All
Why Earth's 'Boring Billion' years weren't so boring after all
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OceanGate: 14 Facts About The Company With The Titanic Sub
OceanGate will forever live in infamy as the company that sent people to the Titanic on a sub, and to their deaths.
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Glacier National Park Closes This Trail For A Terrifying Reason
Bear attacks can be deadly, and the Huckleberry Lookout Trail in Glacier National Park is notorious for its bear activity, resulting in annual closures.
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The Real Reason Some Wild Animals Are Euthanized While Others Are Not
It can be exciting and unnerving to see a large wild animal roaming a town. Here's the real reason some wandering animals are euthanized while others are not.
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How Much Training OceanGate CEO Stockton Rush Had Before The Titanic Sub Disappeared
OceanGate CEO Stockton Rush was piloting a submersible sea vessel to the Titanic wreckage when it disappeared. Here's how much training he had.
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Wife Of OceanGate Founder Has Familial Ties To Titanic Victims
Wendy Rush - the wife of Stockton Rush, CEO of OceanGate who died in the Titan disaster - has familial ties to Titanic victims. Here's the full story.
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Why It's So Hard To Find Submarines In The Ocean Like The Titan
Locating a submarine in the vast expanse of the earth's ocean - most of which is unexplored - is no easy feat. Here's why the task is so difficult.
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