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Platypuses Aren’t Weird, You Are
[…] Look, we all think platypuses are weird. Just one look at these beaver-tailed, egg-laying, duck-billed weirdos makes you wonder how we’re even both mammals. But I have news for you – when it comes to mammal lifestyles, monotremes aren’t … Continue reading
Why German Pumpernickel is a bread like no other
29 Mar 2025 DEUTSCHLAND It looks almost burnt, tastes sweet and only requires 3 ingredients: Pumpernickel. The dark rye bread is probably Germany’s most unusual bread. And that’s quite something in a country where there are more than 3,000 … Continue reading
Why Mosquitoes Buzz in Your Ear | Deep Look
The mosquito buzzing that you find annoying and disgusting is irresistible to a male mosquito. He follows the sound of a female mosquito’s beating wings to find a mate. It turns out, male mosquitoes are really good listeners. 👉 … Continue reading
Why is there a cat in “caterpillar”? | BUG WORDS
Time for some entomology etymology! Rob and Jess will have you in bits as they explore the literal meaning of “insect” and all manner of other term for creepy crawly. 🕷️ Why do spiders spin “cobwebs”? 🦋 Was a butterfly … Continue reading
What is life? A Nobel Prize-winning scientist answers | Paul Nurse Full Interview
“If we’re related to every living thing on the planet, do we not have a special responsibility for every living thing on this planet? They are really all our relatives.” Subscribe to Big Think on YouTube ► / @bigthink Up … Continue reading
Norse Mythology’s Climate Lessons for the Future | Lauren Fadiman | TED
What if ancient myths are warnings for the future? Contemporary folklorist Lauren Fadiman explores how the Norse tale of Ragnarök may stem from real climate catastrophe, revealing how folklore preserves lessons of resilience and can guide how we adapt to … Continue reading
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