Humans have an odd relationship with humor. We use it to break tension, mock authority, flirt, cope with fear, and occasionally liven up a slow news day. Most jokes land with a chuckle, maybe an eye roll, and then drift quietly into oblivion. But every now and then, someone says something meant to amuse—and instead […]

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Throughout history, ambitious governments have attempted to build monumental structures to display their wealth and power. However, the line between visionary engineering and financial overreach is often incredibly thin. When massive infrastructure projects spiral out of control, the resulting debt can strain even relatively stable economies. From abandoned airports to lavish palaces and failed canals, […]

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Most people think of the Cold War as a largely bloodless standoff between two rival blocs—one led by the United States and the other by the Soviet Union. That’s why it’s often called the “Cold” War. But once you look beyond that framing, you’ll find numerous conflicts raging across the globe during this period. Some […]

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Like many legacy properties, Star Trek has found itself in a complicated place. Gene Roddenberry’s sci-fi franchise is now producing more content than ever, with numerous TV shows released since 2017. Under the guidance of Alex Kurtzman, these series continue the adventures of Starfleet as it presses further into unknown space, exploring new cultures and […]

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When nature freaks out, we look for rhyme or reason. We need to know why tornadoes and earthquakes happen. Why floods destroy entire towns and hurricanes upend thousands of lives. It is difficult for people to accept that we have no control over natural disasters, so many look for something to blame. This has resulted […]

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History, we’re told, is shaped by great minds, bold leaders, and carefully calculated decisions. Empires rise on strategy. Wars turn on tactics. Civilizations hinge on human ambition. And then… an animal gets in the way. For all our planning and precision, history has a habit of being derailed—sometimes literally—by creatures that have absolutely no idea […]

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Of all of the planets in our solar system, Mars is likely the one that has fascinated humanity the most. Maybe it’s because it’s one of our closest neighbors and can be seen with the naked eye, but whatever the reason, the Red Planet has captured our imaginations for centuries. We now know more about […]

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Video games are the biggest branch of the entertainment industry, so they make a convenient scapegoat. Whenever a tragedy like a shooting befalls society, pundits are quick to blame gaming as a root cause. After all, many digital titles contain violence and depravity. Some even invite players to engage in it. Thus, it’s easy to […]

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Countless weapons were designed and deployed during the Second World War. While we constantly hear about the more successful ones, like radar or the jet engine, we often forget about the ones that utterly failed to make any impact on the battlefield. From lethally disgusting stink bombs to unrealistic super cannons to some of the […]

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