Before sending humans to space, NASA used animals to test the risks of space travel. One of the most famous was Ham, a chimpanzee launched on January 31, 1961. After being trained at Holloman Air Force Base, Ham became the first chimp in space, experiencing 6.6 minutes of weightlessness during his 16.5-minute flight. Though the…
Antarctica’s Thwaites Glacier, also known as the “Doomsday Glacier,” poses a significant threat if it collapses into the ocean. This massive glacier, roughly the size of the UK, is melting rapidly and currently accounts for about 10% of global sea level rise. If it completely disintegrates, sea levels could increase by 65 cm (2 feet)….
Meghan Markle recently appeared on The Jamie Kern Lima Show podcast, makeup-free and in casual attire, sharing insights on love, motherhood, and her relationship with Prince Harry. Describing their marriage as still in a “honeymoon period” after nearly seven years, she discussed raising their children and instilling a growth mindset by adding “yet” to phrases…
President Donald Trump signed an executive order launching “Project Homecoming,” a self-deportation program offering illegal immigrants a financial incentive and free flights to leave the United States. The plan, introduced after legal challenges to previous immigration measures, allows non-legal residents to voluntarily depart with federal support rather than face strict enforcement and penalties. The program…
President Donald Trump faced criticism after nominating Casey Means, a health entrepreneur and wellness influencer with no medical license, as the new US Surgeon General. The decision sparked controversy, as Means is not a practicing physician and did not complete her residency. When questioned during a press briefing, Trump defended the choice by stating that…
Former NASA astronaut Ron Garan, 62, experienced a profound cognitive shift known as the “overview effect” during his 178 days in space. While orbiting Earth from the International Space Station (ISS), he witnessed lightning storms, auroras, and the thinness of the planet’s atmosphere, realizing that this fragile layer sustains all life. Reflecting on his view,…
The newly elected Pope Leo, born Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, succeeded the late Pope Francis, who passed away on Easter Monday. Pope Leo, the 267th pontiff, broke tradition by delivering a multilingual speech during his first mass. However, centuries before this event, the 16th-century astrologer Nostradamus predicted a significant change in religious leadership following the…
Prince Harry recently spoke candidly about his longing for the UK and his sadness over being unable to show his children his homeland, attributing this to the loss of his security protection. He expressed frustration over the Court of Appeal’s decision to downgrade his security status, claiming it was used as leverage to keep him…
Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, has drawn attention for his past social media posts, which reveal his critical stance on the Trump administration’s immigration policies and support for racial justice movements. His election as the first American pope sparked mixed reactions, with some political figures praising the milestone while others, like Laura…
Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, was recently elected as the new head of the Roman Catholic Church, succeeding Pope Francis. At 69, he becomes the first American pope and is expected to follow in Francis’ humble footsteps, focusing on helping the disadvantaged. Pope Francis, known for his frugality, refused his \$32,000 annual…