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A Whale-Oiled Machine | 99% Invisible
In the 1800s, whaling was a vast and brutal industry–sometimes as deadly for the sailors involved as it was for the whales. And the global epicenter of whaling could be found in New Bedford, MA. All this slaughter wasn’t to … Continue reading
Saving the ‘memory of mankind’ in a mountain of Austrian salt | Focus on Europe
Austrian Martin Kunze has a mission: to create a time capsule of humankind. One reason for this ambitious project is that digital records do not last forever – and Kunze believes certain memories should be preserved. […]
Where Alcoholic Drinks Got Their Names | Otherwords
Alcohol has been with humanity since the dawn of civilization, and we use still use some of the same terms for it! Come with us on an etymological journey through the history of drinking. Otherwords is a PBS web series … Continue reading
time is a social construct
This video shows the most dangerous animals in some countries based on some factors. there are also other dangerous animals but some factors. Enjoy the video and learn too but never forget to subscribe for more exciting and engaging content. … Continue reading
Acoustic cameras can SEE sound
[…] Acoustic cameras have an array for microphones that are able to reproduce spatial information about sound. They even work in slow-mo, and echoes look amazing! Thanks for AcSoft for showing me their cameras. Find out more about them here: … Continue reading
Passenger Rail in the US vs. Spain – Brace Yourself for Utter Chagrin
It’s no secret that US passenger rail hasn’t kept up with the rest of the developed world. We’ve focused instead on the national highway system, doubling down on car infrastructure and parking everywhere, and also on shorts flights. Nations like … Continue reading
3 Elements of True Fun – and How to Have More of It | Catherine Price | TED
What comes to mind when you think about the most fun moments of your life? Science journalist Catherine Price asked thousands of people across the world this question, and their answers led her to a new definition of “true” fun: … Continue reading
How To Build A Solarpunk City
I believe our cities should belong to us. They should be cooperative, co-creative, ecological, and egalitarian spaces, by and for the people. We have so much untapped urban potential just waiting to be explored. Join me as we determine how … Continue reading
Unlock creative genius like da Vinci and Richard Feynman | Tiago Forte
Master creative thinking in 90 minutes, with expert Tiago Forte. Subscribe to Big Think on YouTube ► / @bigthink Up next, The neuroscience of creativity, perception, and confirmation bias ► • The Neuroscience … It’s never been easier for us … Continue reading
