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What black swans are: randomness in our lives
"Black swan" is a rare, unforeseen event that changes the course of history. Learn how Taleb explains their nature and how to manage risks.
Tag: science
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How animals navigate: magnetic fields and more
How birds, sea turtles, and salmon find their way: the role of magnetic fields, star maps, scents, and sounds. Research reveals the mechanisms of navigation.
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Myths about space that everyone believes
We analyze popular space myths: the dark side of the Moon, the density of the asteroid belt, sound in a vacuum, visibility of Earth from space, and other misconceptions.
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Why volcanoes erupt
Learn how a volcano is built, what processes cause eruptions, and which of them have entered human history.
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How DNA is structured and what genes are
In simple terms about DNA, genes, and heredity: how genetic information is stored, why genetic tests are needed, and their limitations.
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The theory of relativity explained simply
Using simple analogies, let's explore how special and general relativity change our understanding of time, gravity, and how they work in the GPS system.
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The depths of the ocean: what the Mariana Trench hides
Learn about the deep ocean zones, what unusual inhabitants live in the Mariana Trench, and what expeditions reveal its secrets.
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How vaccines work: an explanation without scare tactics
A simple and scientifically grounded explanation of how vaccines work, how they stimulate the immune system, and why it is important to consult a doctor.
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Why we dream: what science says
Scientific review of sleep: how the phases work, what functions dreams may serve, popular myths, and what modern neurobiology says.
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Fields Medal 2026
The Fields Medal 2026 was awarded in Philadelphia at the International Mathematical Congress. The winners were four scientists from the USA and Canada.
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DNA of ancient Saks deciphered
Scientists sequenced the DNA of nine ancient Saks from Kyrgyzstan. The study sheds light on the origin of the nomads.
Hi-Tech, Technology 1 min
The James Webb Telescope discovered unknown organic matter
Космический телескоп Джеймс Уэбб обнаружил неизвестную органику на Титане и Плутоне.Ученые не могут определить ее состав.
Recipes 1 min
TV and brain
Research linked TV watching to changes in the brain. Participants who often watched TV had changes in white matter.
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The queen's scent blocks reproduction
Scientists have discovered a compound that allows the queen naked mole rat to remain the only reproducing female.
Office and work 1 min
LaTeX (1980)
LaTeX is structured opposite to Word: you do not move text with the mouse, but describe the structure — here is a title, here is a formula, here is a reference to a sou…
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Secrets of the ocean: amazing facts about the depths
We know the relief of Mars better than the bottom of our own planet: 80% of the ocean is unexplored. The Mariana Trench is deeper than Everest, 76% of the inhabitants o…
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Interesting facts about the human brain
Interesting facts about the human brain
