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Light Pollution, One Of The Few Global Problems That’s Easy To Solve

Thomas Edison's invention brought forth a new era for cities and humanity at large. But it also brought a negative externality that continues to plague Earth: light pollution.

By Susan Sims • Feb 19, 2015

Light Pollution, One Of The Few Global Problems That’s Easy To Solve

Thomas Edison's invention brought forth a new era for cities and humanity at large. But it also brought a negative externality that continues to plague Earth: light pollution.

By Susan Sims • February 19, 2015

If At First You Don’t Succeed: Companies Whose Success Came After Failure

One of the few truths in life is that you’re not always going to get it right on your first try. This is especially true when your goal is to become an international, multibillion dollar company. Countless businesses have risen and crumbled simply because they offered the wrong product and...

By All That's Interesting • Feb 18, 2015

If At First You Don’t Succeed: Companies Whose Success Came After Failure

One of the few truths in life is that you’re not always going to get it right on your first try. This is especially true when your goal is to become an international, multibillion dollar company. Countless businesses have risen and crumbled simply because they offered the wrong product and...

By All That's Interesting • February 18, 2015

A Brief History Of The World’s Oldest Disease, Leprosy

Many diseases have been around as long as humans, but Leprosy’s social history is the most inextricably linked with human evolution.

By Abby Norman • Feb 17, 2015

A Brief History Of The World’s Oldest Disease, Leprosy

Many diseases have been around as long as humans, but Leprosy’s social history is the most inextricably linked with human evolution.

By Abby Norman • February 17, 2015

Head In The Clouds: The 15 Tallest Buildings In The World

In the ever-changing global skyline, architects and urban planners are always vying for the distinction of erecting the world’s tallest building. The list seems to fluctuate daily, as big cities around the world strive for that architectural design that will put them at the top of the list, however fleeting...

By Erin Kelly • Feb 16, 2015

Head In The Clouds: The 15 Tallest Buildings In The World

In the ever-changing global skyline, architects and urban planners are always vying for the distinction of erecting the world’s tallest building. The list seems to fluctuate daily, as big cities around the world strive for that architectural design that will put them at the top of the list, however fleeting...

By Erin Kelly • February 16, 2015

Whale Sharks, One Of Nature’s Gentlest And Most Majestic Creatures

Whale sharks are the subject of international mythology for a reason. Get to know them here.

By John Schellhase • Feb 16, 2015

Whale Sharks, One Of Nature’s Gentlest And Most Majestic Creatures

Whale sharks are the subject of international mythology for a reason. Get to know them here.

By John Schellhase • February 16, 2015

60 Rare Automobiles Discovered In A Broken Down French Barn

Everyone has heard a story of that one person who found something truly remarkable that was thought to be lost forever; a Babe Ruth baseball card tucked away in a dusty shoebox, a Picasso in an attic, or that invaluable antique collecting cobwebs in an abandoned barn. Recently in France,...

By Erin Kelly • Feb 15, 2015

60 Rare Automobiles Discovered In A Broken Down French Barn

Everyone has heard a story of that one person who found something truly remarkable that was thought to be lost forever; a Babe Ruth baseball card tucked away in a dusty shoebox, a Picasso in an attic, or that invaluable antique collecting cobwebs in an abandoned barn. Recently in France,...

By Erin Kelly • February 15, 2015

Daniel Sanchez’s Gemstone Landscapes Are The Most Stunning Things You’ll See All Day

To collectors, the most coveted gems are often the flawless ones. But to Los Angeles-based gemologist Daniel Sanchez, the beauty is all in the flaws. More specifically, the gem’s inclusions, or the bits of other minerals that get sucked inside the gem as it grows. Lucky for Sanchez, he can...

By Erin Kelly • Feb 13, 2015

Daniel Sanchez’s Gemstone Landscapes Are The Most Stunning Things You’ll See All Day

To collectors, the most coveted gems are often the flawless ones. But to Los Angeles-based gemologist Daniel Sanchez, the beauty is all in the flaws. More specifically, the gem’s inclusions, or the bits of other minerals that get sucked inside the gem as it grows. Lucky for Sanchez, he can...

By Erin Kelly • February 13, 2015

What Did The “World’s Largest Couple” Look Like 100 Years Ago?

Today, obesity is not so much a rarity as it is an international epidemic. 100 years ago, being the world's largest couple meant belonging to a circus.

By John Schellhase • Feb 10, 2015

What Did The “World’s Largest Couple” Look Like 100 Years Ago?

Today, obesity is not so much a rarity as it is an international epidemic. 100 years ago, being the world's largest couple meant belonging to a circus.

By John Schellhase • February 10, 2015

The Strangest Exoplanets We Have Ever Discovered

We've done some major uncovering our galactic neighbors and, just like in your own neighborhood, some of them are a little peculiar.

By All That's Interesting • Feb 3, 2015

The Strangest Exoplanets We Have Ever Discovered

We've done some major uncovering our galactic neighbors and, just like in your own neighborhood, some of them are a little peculiar.

By All That's Interesting • February 3, 2015

7 Brilliant Female Aviators Besides Amelia Earhart

Before “Coffee, Tea or Me” there was Amelia Earhart, the headstrong, accomplished pilot who disappeared during a flight around the world in 1937. But Earhart was one of many women who punched society’s expectations in the chops and learned to fly. Some of these women would make the ultimate sacrifice...

By Susan Sims • Feb 2, 2015

7 Brilliant Female Aviators Besides Amelia Earhart

Before “Coffee, Tea or Me” there was Amelia Earhart, the headstrong, accomplished pilot who disappeared during a flight around the world in 1937. But Earhart was one of many women who punched society’s expectations in the chops and learned to fly. Some of these women would make the ultimate sacrifice...

By Susan Sims • February 2, 2015