The Bible is the sacred text of Christians; it is comprised of the Old and New Testaments. While the New Testament is about the life of Jesus and His impact, the Old Testament is made of the Jewish teachings that have been around for thousands of years. You may ask, what does this have to do with dinosaurs? Well, most of the descriptions of dinosaur-like creatures are found in the Bible’s Old Testament. Therefore, both Christian and Jewish people can look to these holy texts to see what the Bible says about these ancient beasts. What Were Dinosaurs? Source: Pexels…
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It’s always exciting when one of our favorite stars announces that they are expecting a child! Last year, there were some unforgettable pregnancy announcements, including Rihanna’s reveal at the Super Bowl Halftime Show, gold-medal-gymnast Shawn Johnson’s announcement in front of the Olympic rings in Athens, and totally unexpected baby pictures from Paris Hilton and Chrissy Teigen. In 2024, we’ve gotten announcements from many celebrities. Join us in congratulating the following expecting parents! Margot Robbie and Tom Ackerley Source: Instagram / @margotupdates Actress Margot Robbie and director Tom Ackerley are expecting their first child! People magazine confirmed that these seasoned film…
A group of paleontologists working in a cave in South Africa have unearthed evidence of a burial site. After researching, they discovered that this burial site is the oldest ever discovered and was not made by Homo sapiens. It seems as though the ancient hominin species, Homo Naledi, created this burial site. Evidentially, Homo Naledi was more intelligent than previously thought. Does this discovery mean that our understanding of evolution is totally incorrect? Discoveries in a Cave Source: Wikimedia Commons / John Hawks and colleagues In 2023, Paleoanthropologist Lee Berger—along with a team of researchers—unearthed the remains of several Homo…
Is your playlist getting stale? Do you need a new song to resonate with, or perhaps would like to rediscover an old favorite? Expert astrologers were asked to identify a theme song for each of the twelve zodiac signs. Make sure to listen to your anthem the next time you need a little musical pick-me-up. Aries (March 21st – April 19th) Pixabay / 12019 According to Raquel Rodriguez—founder of Your Zodiac—the theme song for Aries individuals is “Eye of the Tiger” by Survivor. Since Aries are energetic and competitive, Rodriguez claims that “it’s the perfect anthem for this sign’s natural…
As we all wait in anticipation for the new _Wicked_ movie coming in November, it’s a good time to look back at the long history of _The Wizard of Oz_ story. From L. Frank Baum’s original book to its incredibly famous film adaptation, to Gregory Maguire’s _Wicked_ book and the smash-hit Broadway musical, the land of Oz has appeared time and time again in books, on screen, and on stage. The Wizard of Oz: The Book Wikimedia Commons / Public Domain, Wikimedia Commons, Public Domain In 1900, L. Frank Baum published the first Oz book: _The Wonderful Wizard of Oz_.…
Paris has been in the worldwide news lately—the 2024 Summer Olympics are being held there beginning July 26th. This flashy city may be known as the City of Love, the City of Lights, and the fashion capital of the world, but perhaps it should be known as the City of the Sewer Crocodile! Although this sounds absurd, there was once a rumor that a crocodile lived in the sewers of Paris. Surprisingly, this rumor actually turned out to be true! Discovering the Croc Source: Pixabay / Public Domain Images In 1984, council workers got a scare when working on a…
On July 11th, 2024, a case of bubonic plague was confirmed in Colorado. This sickness, which is widely thought to be history, still infects a number of people each year. Here’s everything you need to know about the plague and how to prevent an infection of your own. What is the Bubonic Plague? Pexels / Gustavo Fring The bubonic plague is caused by the _Yersinia pestis _bacterium that can infect humans and a wide range of animals, especially small animals like rodents. The plague can appear in three different ways; the bubonic plague is most common among humans. Bubonic plague…
Our universe is full of mysteries. Astronomers work every day to uncover the secrets of the solar system and beyond. Sometimes, though, instead of looking out into the sky and performing experiments or attempting to uncover new details about our world, the universe sends _us_ something new to explore. Recently, our exciting new phenomenon is a mysterious radio signal from 8 billion years ago. An Amazing Discovery Canva / Riddhima’s Images A group of astronomers based in Australia detected a radio signal that was sent out 8 billion years ago. It has been traveling through space and has just reached…
An iconic landmark on the Las Vegas strip—the Mirage—is closing after 35 years of operation. On July 17th, 2024, the Mirage will be closing its doors to make space for the new Hard Rock Hotel & Casino and Guitar Hotel Las Vegas. From its erupting volcano, indoor tropical forest display, and rich history, the Mirage is a famous Strip staple. People are rushing to Las Vegas to say their goodbyes… and to win big. What Was the Mirage? Wikimedia Commons / Farragutful The Mirage was a hotel and casino that offered a variety of attractions, including shows, restaurants, a glass…
For more than a year, four NASA scientists experienced a living experiment that simulated life on Mars. On Saturday, July 6th, 2024, these scientists finished their experiment and returned to their normal lives on Earth. What Was the Experiment? NASA NASA created the Crew Health and Performance Exploration Analog (CHAPEA) mission as part of an experiment to observe how humans would fare living on Mars. Four scientists lived in a 3D-printed Mars replica for a little more than a year. The goal was to see if they would be able to survive with all of the stressors that actual space…