Environment
Our environment never fails to blow us away, from destructive tornado’s to ever so common grass, everything is always more complex than it seems. Even if you’re not the outdoors-y type, there’s no denying we need nature to sustain ourselves. Important aspects aside, nature is also just darn cool!
The intricacy of snowflakes is stunning, and with enough of them in the right conditions, you may even be surprised to find self-rolling snowballs! There’s just some stuff you can’t make up, and other things that are almost impossible to imagine. So browse through as we take a look at the most interesting aspects of the environment!
Why is The Sky Blue?
Why is the sky blue? Many think that it’s reflecting the color of the ocean, but that’s a huge myth! It’s not a short answer, but it is a simple one that’s easy to understand. So let’s find out, once and for all, why the sky is blue!
5 Trendy Facts About Tulips
Did you know that tulips are edible? Or that they are the National Flower of Turkey and Afghanistan? Or what about the fact that tulips helped save the Netherlands from starving in WWII? Well, all that and more to come in these 5 Fun Facts About Tulips!
Why Do The British Say “Autumn” Instead of “Fall”?
You may have heard the British use the word “autumn” to describe the time of year that ends summer and turns to winter or in simpler terms, the third season. But why do they use a different word? Here we compare the difference between autumn and fall!
How Beef Is Worse For The Environment Than Cars
It’s easy to think the environmental comparison between cars and hamburgers may be silly. However, a beef barbecue on a hot summer day has even greater impact that you probably were unaware of! Let’s take a look at why there’s such a large disparity between beef and Bentleys.
How The Chernobyl Disaster Effected The UK
Most people have heard about the horrible disaster of the Chernobyl factory meltdown. We know it effected many surrounding Ukrainian cities, but did you know it's aftermath expanded across the world? Here we look at the Chernobyl ramifications on the UK.
The Great Carrier Reef – The Largest Fabricated Reef Ever!
We’ve heard of Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, but one diver’s paradise we’ve not heard about is the Great Carrier Reef. 24 miles from the coast on Pensacola, sat at the bottom of the Gulf of Mexico, is the USS Oriskany - an 888-foot former US Navy Aircraft Carrier.
12 Facts About Oak Trees You Wood Not Believe
Oak trees are among the oldest nature species in the world, and there's no doubt a lot of fascinating things to learn about these ancient wonders. Even though you may see it as just a tree, there is a lot of fun facts about oak trees!
3 Biggest Snow Myths That Will Surprise You
Snow can make any city look like a wonderland! Not to mention, it can provide easy hydration on the go if it's clean. But there's a lot of misconceptions about snow that you probably don't know. Which one of these surprise you the most?
A Spoon Of Oil Can Calm A Lake
What happens when you put a spoon full of oil into a choppy lake? If you haven't guessed it by now, the lake calms. You might be thinking "fake news", but know that science may just surprize you yet again! Check out the facts here!
Tulip Mania – When Flowers Would Buy A House In Holland
The Netherlands is certainly known for their tulips. These beautiful bulbs can get pricey, but you'll be thankful they aren't as expensive as they used to be! Find out what caused their worth to drop back down to a reasonable price!
Why Are There So Many Midges In Scotland?
Nobody likes midges - they're called pests for a reason! They seem to serve no purpose other than bothering you and leaving you covered in oh so attractive bite marks, especially during the summer. They're especially abundant in Scotland - but did you know there's a reason?
Green Tea: From Harvest to Cup [Infographic]
Green tea is a healthy & tasty habit practiced around the world. Its long journey from harvest to cup explains why it is the top-notch tea among tea lovers. Check out this infographic and find out about the stages of green tea production - from harvesting and processing to packaging and labeling.