What Is the New General Catalogue of Nebulae and Clusters of Stars?
The New General Catalogue (NGC): 7,840 celestial wonders curated by John Louis Emil Dreyer in 1888, guiding astronomers in their cosmic exploration.
Why Were Ancient Peoples Unable to Detect Stellar Parallax?
Discovering astronomy's historical journey: Unraveling the limits of early astronomers in detecting stellar parallax due to technological and philosophical constraints in ancient civilizations.
Alpine or Italian Cuisine – A Difficult Choice
Discover the flavors of Italian and Alpine cuisines, from diverse Italian specialties to the simplicity of Alpine dishes. Explore the unique culinary worlds and shared passions of these renowned traditions.
What Practical Value Did Astronomy Offer to Ancient Civilizations
Explore how ancient civilizations used astronomy practically. From navigation to calendars, stars shaped daily life. Learn from the Mayans & Greeks.
What is Celestial Navigation?
We've been dreaming of the stars for longer than we can remember, staring up at the twinkling lights that fill the night sky and wondering what they are. We've even written songs about them. Centuries ago, before the advent of GPS, explorers and adventurers relied on celestial navigation to help them map a path to their destination. What is celestial navigation, how does it work and when was it relied upon?
Explore the South a Little More – 10 Places to Scout in India!
South India is not just a single term made of two words. There are wise men around who had great experiences and intellect to see the difference in all the Indian states that comprise to make one South India. Four states that fall in distinction to make South India a whole entity starkly different compared to its northern counterpart are: Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh along with the group of islands located both in the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal.
A Trip to the Eastern Townships, American Loyalist Settlements in Quebec
The Eastern Townships are a region in the south-east of the Canadian province of Quebec. These townships were founded by American Loyalist settlers from the USA who were fleeing the aftermath of the American Revolution in the 1790s.
8 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Cookies
Cookies are today such an integral part of American culinary culture and such a common cure for the desperate sweet tooth that we barely stop to think of where they came from. We all know how much we love a good cookie, especially a gourmet chocolate chunk chip cookie interspersed with almond crumbles and with a crispy bottom, soft top, and chewy center. (Well, maybe that’s personal, but we all have our favorite cookies!) But despite our love for cookies, few of us know even the basic cookie facts — a situation we will seek to remedy just below by listing the top eight cookie facts everyone needs to know: 1. Cookies…
US Cities with the Best Architecture
You don’t have to be an architect or a history buff to appreciate the beauty of America’s cities. You just have to be capable of looking up and admiring the beauty. Most places have a certain look that makes them distinctive, maybe it arises from practicality or perhaps it’s simply a reflection of style. So if you’re looking for some design inspiration, below are 5 of our favorite destinations to take in jaw-dropping architecture. Philadelphia There are precious few cities in this country where one can walk an entire day enjoying block after block of architecturally relevant buildings — be it of historic or design relevance. Architecture in Philadelphia is…
A Brief History of the Internet
Remember dial-up internet? While we look at it today as an ancient concept, dial-up Internet was a significant step forward in a series of internet services that have contributed to what the internet is today — terrible screeching and all. While we all enjoy our smartphones, computers, and even reading this post, it is easy to overlook the series of technical achievements that provide us with these conveniences.
What’s on the Menu for Astronauts?
Discover the transformation of astronaut food from toothpaste-like tubes to modern menus. Explore the potential of growing food in space.
The History of Gin
Gin has become one of the most popular spirits of today, often mixed with tonic. However, it’s actually been around for quite some time, with confirmed roots dating back to the 17th century. If you’re interested to learn a little more about your favourite spirit, below you’ll discover a brief history of gin. Where it all started The confirmed production date of gin was reportedly in the 17th century. The spirit is said to have started out in Holland, where it was actually used as a medicine to treat gallstones, stomach complaints and gout. However, some argue that it dates even further back in time and was originally produced in…