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Black holes are one of the most frightening phenomena that exist in space. Their gravitational force is so strong that they distort space and time beyond possible limits. Therefore, it begs a question what could happen if such a monster suddenly appeared close to our solar system? Before answering this question,…
It is not the appearance or personality. A new study reveals that the element that carries the strongest sexual attraction is the voice. Researchers in Canada say that we feel a physical attraction to a person who has a similar voice to ours as regards pronunciation, volume, and tone. Previous…
The reality of a permanent colony on Mars is getting closer with every new press release from the Mars One project. Let's explore Mars colonization prospects and dangers. The Era of Mars Colonization Is about to Start Space continues to beckon U.S. billionaire Dennis Tito. He was there in 2001…
We know so little about human abilities that some simple truths can confound even a scientist. The placebo effect is one of those phenomena that still puzzle modern science. Can a dummy pill together with a person's faith really work miracles? What about placebo surgery? The amazing power of a…
Have you read the novel Flatland? If you haven’t, maybe you should, since this book sets out the idea of the multidimensionality of the space and presents it in an unusual way. More particularly, the protagonist of the book called “A Square” is a creature from a two-dimensional world, where…
American biologist claims that genes can be affected by signals located in the external environment of the cell, such as thoughts, feelings, and emotions. According to cell biologist Dr. Bruce H. Lipton (formerly a professor of anatomy at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and now a researcher), this…
It looks like height matters for many after all. American researchers at Rice University and the University of North Texas found that the height of the partner is more important for women than for men. To find this out, a survey with the participation of 455 men and 470 women…
Today is the St. Valentine's Day, so I decided to write a post on the most universal and timeless topic. After all, it is relevant and interesting every day, not just on St. Valentine's. Have you ever wondered what exactly occurs in your brain and body when you are in…