Have you ever been curious about what foods people ate in Biblical times? It turns out that a lot of foods that were eaten back then are still eaten today! Here is a list of some foods that were popular back when the Bible took place and are still popular today! The next time you eat one of these foods, you might feel an ancient and holy connection. Fish Source: Pexels / Ruslan Khmelevsky Fish is eaten extremely often in modern times. Many people love their seafood. Fish can be eaten in a variety of ways, from fried fish (and…
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Neanderthals went extinct about 40,000 years ago. Our ancient cousins could have died off for a variety of reasons, but recent research from scientists has revealed one contribution that could have played a part in their demise. A group of researchers have found evidence of some very familiar diseases in ancient neanderthal DNA. These viruses from 50,000 years ago could have contributed to the downfall of neanderthals. Neanderthal Sicknesses Source: Pexels / Gustavo Fring Scientists, while studying ancient neanderthal DNA, have recently found traces of the viruses that cause colds, cold sores, genital warts, and cancer. These viruses were most…
Although many like to believe that COVID-19 is in the past, that is unfortunately not the case. It is still prevalent and still deadly. According to the CDC, COVID cases are rising and new variants are mutating and infecting people. Additionally, new research shows that the COVID-19 virus is widespread in American wildlife. The illness is still dangerous, omnipresent, and at the very least, a horrible experience to have to deal with. Here is the most recent and relevant COVID-19 news you need to know to keep yourself healthy. Rising COVID Cases Source: Canva / Neirfy The Centers for Disease…
Las Vegas residencies come and go. Popular musical performances from musicians like Cher, Elton John, Celine Dion, Aerosmith, Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars, Gwen Stefani, Shania Twain, Britney Spears, and many others have sparkled on Las Vegas stages—but residencies aren’t forever. Recently, there have been a number of Las Vegas residences that have closed. From Katy Perry to Rod Stewart, these shows have now played their final performances. Long-Running Residencies Sources: Wikimedia Commons / Kingkongphoto, Wikimedia Commons / CC 3.0, Wikimedia Commons / PhilipRomanoPhoto There are many popular and long-running residencies that have been performing in Las Vegas for many years.…
A unique and peculiar volcano in Tanzania has a unique eruption due to its irregular magma. Recently, it has also been shrinking in height. New research on the Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano has revealed some of this natural wonder’s mysteries. This perplexing volcano with strange, runny magma has been sinking into the ground—but why? Ol Doinyo Lengai Volcano Source: Wikimedia Commons / Clem23 The Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano is a unique volcano with strangely runny, strangely colored, and overall bizarre magma. It is nicknamed the “Mountain of God.” It can be found along an active rift zone in East Africa.…
Farm-to-table restaurants have become extremely popular in California and around the United States. These eateries promote sustainability and promise delicious dishes from fresh and locally-sourced ingredients. But what is the truth behind these trendy west-coast restaurants? Why are they so beloved by Californians? Is this movement just a trendy marketing gimmick or an authentic and important new standard for restaurants? Supporting Local Agriculture Source: Pexels / Alejandro Barrón Most farm-to-table eateries source their ingredients from local farms. However, the definition of “local” varies from restaurant to restaurant. Some define local as being from within 100 miles, some define local as…
Stonehenge in England remains one of the world’s greatest mysteries. Experts around the world question why exactly the massive stone structure was created. It turns out that there is a similarly puzzling stone structure beneath the waters of Lake Michigan in the United States of America. Perhaps more bizarrely, this American Stonehenge is thousands of years older than its much more famous British counterpart. Surveying Lake Michigan Source: Archaeology World / Mark Holley In 2007, a team of archaeologists led by Mark Holley—a professor of underwater archaeology at Northwestern Michigan College—surveyed the lake bed of Lake Michigan. Just off the…
A surprising recent discovery has caused scientists to investigate a previously unexplored royal cemetery in Egypt. A group of researchers discovered what they describe as an “anomaly” near Giza’s Great Pyramid. By using a combination of the latest technology, archaeologists uncovered underground structures without even breaking ground. How did they make this discovery and what amazing secrets may the anomaly hold? Giza’s Great Pyramid Source: Wikimedia Commons / Nina Aldin Thune The Great Pyramid in Giza is Egypt’s largest pyramid. It is 4,500 years old. The Great Pyramid was built to honor the pharaoh Khufu. Nearby, there is an ancient…
Invisibility seems only possible in science fiction or fantasy media, but a group of scientists from the Pennsylvania State University have just discovered technology that could make invisibility cloaks a reality. By looking at rare brochosome nanoparticles—which only naturally appear on a certain kind of insect—scientists are closer than ever to achieving real-life invisibility. This new discovery has the possibility to change a large variety of technologies. What Are Brochosomes? Source: Penn State University / Lin Wang and Tak-Sing Wong Brochosomes are bucky-ball-shaped, hollow nanoparticles that are covered in holes. These holes are called “through-holes” and go all the way…
“I’ve never been happier,” said Aisha Patterson, who moved into a trendy family compound in Oklahoma a year and a half ago. Her family, her parents, and her in-laws live together on one 20-acre property and grow their own food. Patterson has realized that family compound living has been a fantastic experience for her and her extended family. “My children go from home to home whenever they need somebody,” Patterson says. When she and her mother discuss their living situation, she explains, “We look at each other sometimes and we just shake our heads like, ‘Is this real?’ It’s been…