A B-47 bomber carrying an Atomic Bomb onboard accidentally dropped the pin that would release the bomb during World War II. The bomb's critical component was still aboard the plane as it was heading to the United Kingdom.
The impact energy of the meteor's impact was 173 kilotons TNT. This is ten times greater than the Hiroshima nuclear bomb. It would have killed around 25 percent.
The human race has farted 17 quadrillion billion times since the dawn of time. The average person farts 14 times per day. In Japan, it is common practice to sleep in public. People are less likely to be robbed when they sleep in public.
In the 1800s, people took photos of their deceased relatives. The earliest photograph known was one of a woman with a full head of hair. People used handshakes to check for hidden arms in the five centuries prior to photography. It was a symbol of ancient birth control.
One of the most absurd facts about the Atomic Bomb is that the key part of the bomb was still inside the plane. In addition, the atomic bomb would have killed everyone in the state of Pennsylvania.
Another wacky fact is that the atomic bomb isn't the only thing that was invented in the 20th century. Buzz Aldrin is the man who was the first to go to the moon. He was the one who made the'magic' move.
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What is the most secretive location in the entire world?
It may surprise you to hear the answer. It may even make it uncomfortable, as it challenges our perceptions of reality and our lives. However, there's a reason for this place to exist. It's not what we would expect.
The ancient Greeks called it the City of God. It was also called the City of Destruction in the Bible.
It's known in India as Kashi (Kashmir). It's also known as Novgorod in Russia.
Here in America, however, it is called The Village That Disappeared.
One small community in western New York State with 1,200 residents vanished without a trace. With the exception of a road marker pointing to its former site, there were no remains: cars, bodies, houses.
This little community vanished and no trace remains to indicate where or when it disappeared. Some believe it was swallowed by the earth. Some claim it was destroyed by a meteorite impact. Some claim that it was destroyed by a meteorite strike. Others still believe it was stolen away by aliens.
Whatever happened, the residents of this once-thriving community are convinced that their town isn't gone forever. They had just moved to another town.
There's even a website that tracks the disappearances and recoveries of Zugspitz.
So, where exactly did this town go? It's in Switzerland.
Zugspitze is located on the border between Germany and Austria. Lake Zugspitze lies just above the summit of the mountain.
It has always fascinated and astonished me to see how many towns have vanished but still exist. Why do some disappear while others survive? I set out to find out.
I wanted to know more about the mysterious disappearing towns. What is the secret to a town's disappearance? How can one place become extinct?
It turned out that there are many theories about disappearing towns. One theory states that a town vanishes when all its buildings are destroyed. Another theory says that the town just moves. A third theory states that the town didn't exist at all.
There are many theories, but the truth is that thousands of towns around the world have been submerged by the earth. This video looks into the history of those places and investigates their current status.
Which is the most mysterious spot on Earth?
Antarctica is the world's most mysterious place on Earth.
What is it that makes this place so interesting? Because it is unlike any other spot on Earth.
It is remote and difficult to reach. But there is more to this site than meets the eye.
This natural wonder is also home to some of the strangest wildlife species.
Let's see how this incredible destination became famous for its mystery.
Antarctica: The South Pole
Antarctica is not known by anyone. Some believe it means "land of ice." Others believe it comes out of Greek mythology.
Antarktis is the name Antarktis was given to an island in ancient Greece by Zeus' twin brothers. According to one source, one of the twins was conceived in winter. The term antarctic is derived from this.
Others believe that it is the Greek word anti, which means against, and tropos, which refers to turning. This would signify land turned away the sun.
Whatever the reason Antarctica has held a special fascination for people, it is undeniable.
It is the continent with the lowest, windiest and highest temperatures. Because it is too frigid, there are no trees, animals, or plants.
And yet, this frozen wasteland is teeming with life.
About 90 percent of all living things on Earth live here. About 50% of the world's plant and animal species can be found here.
What is it that makes Antarctica so unique? Here, water freezes into ice instead of evaporating into the air.
This causes large ice masses to rise above the ground.
These floating glaciers cover over 80%. And they're growing larger every year.
The Antarctic ice sheet has grown 60ft since 1960.
The sea level could rise to 200 feet if the melting continues. This could lead to widespread flooding.
But not everyone thinks this is bad news. Some scientists suggest that global warming could actually be good for us. They suggest that rising temperatures could cause ice sheet melt faster, leading to floods that flush out toxic chemicals from soil and bodies.
But others warn that this theory sounds like a plot from a science fiction movie.
What dark secrets are there in Hollywood?
Hollywood is filled secret societies. Many secret societies are cult-like and follow rigid rules. Others are just clubs for people with common interests.
Some of the most powerful organizations in the industry are even more dangerous. These include companies like the MPAA ("Motion Picture Association of America"), which determines film ratings. The RIAA ("Recording Industry Association of America") sets music licensing fees.
Numerous unions, guilds, and associations represent actors, writers, producers, editors, and other creative professionals. Large corporations own most major studios and networks of television.
It is obvious that, no matter how secretive or obtuse a group appears, someone knows exactly what they do. But that doesn't mean we should fear them.
Instead, we should embrace these facts. Because they give us information that allows us to make better decisions.
These experts tell us which movies are most likely to succeed, which songs will be in demand, and what books will sell the best.
In short, they help us decide what we'll buy, watch, read, and listen to.
Because we can trust them, we can ignore their advice when it conflicts with our tastes.
Because we have chosen to ignore their power, they are even more powerful. They become the ultimate arbiters for taste.
And if you don't like what they say, you're free to ignore them.
Now let's take a look at some lesser-known yet very real Hollywood secret society.
Observe why they are important.
How does the brain regulate the functions of the body?
The brain sends messages to other organs and muscles to ensure they work together. The brain controls everything that happens in your body. It tells the stomach to digest food, and the lungs to breath air. It also tells your legs and arms to move.
Your brain is composed of billions and billions nerve cells, connected in groups called neurons. Action potentials, which are electrical signals sent by neurons to each other via axons, allow them to communicate with one another. Each neuron is covered by a cell membrane. The cell membrane houses channels that allow ions, such as potassium and sodium, to enter and exit the cells. The neuron is lit by an electric charge created by the movement of ions.
When a neuron is activated, neurotransmitters release chemicals into the space between it and the next neuron. Neurotransmitters bind with receptors on the second nerve cell, opening ion channel channels to allow ions in and out. As a result, the second neuron fires too.
Neurotransmitter production occurs when a neuron in the presynaptic receives an impulsive signal from another. The impulse travels along an synapse between the neurons. The transmitter binds to the receptors on the postsynaptic neural cell, which triggers the firing of that neuron.
Neurotransmitters are important for communication within the nervous system. They are also responsible for coordinating activity between various parts of the brain.
Statistics
- The average human adult male heart rate is between 70 and 72 beats per minute, while the average for adult women is between 78 and 82 beats, which is significantly faster, according to 2014 published in the Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research. (romper.com)
- According to a 2018 study published in Free Radical Biology & Medicine, this is because blood pressure is regulated by our innate circadian rhythm and internal clock. (romper.com)
- In fact, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, you make 15 to 30 gallons of tears each year, which is insane when you think about it. (romper.com)
- In one 2014 study published in the Archives of Medical Science that sought to study the prevalence of these mites, research showed that 41% of the people had them hanging out in their eyelashes. (romper.com)
- A 2012 paper published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences reported that people blink about 15 to 20 times each minute, meaning, if you do the math, you spend about 10% of the time that you're awake blinking. (romper.com)
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Hollywood scandals that shocked all of the world
There is nothing more shocking than witnessing someone get famous for the wrong reasons. It's even more frightening to see them fall from grace.
The best thing about watching how an industry reacts when it makes mistakes is the best part. We've all heard about celebrities who took too much alcohol and drugs. Some even died young because of it.
But the worst part is when those same stars go public with their problems and are shunned by everyone. We were there last week.
Heath Ledger, after a long and successful professional career, finally gave in to his demons. He took too many prescription pills and died shortly after.
His family and friends struggled to accept his passing, and the media had a field day bashing him publicly.
Heath was once thought to be one the greatest actors of all time. His performances in Brokeback Mountain earned Heath two Academy Award nominations.
Heath was not only an actor, but also directed and wrote films like A Knight's Tale and Monster's Ball.
Hollywood loved Heath, but he became too big for his britches. He began using drugs and drinking heavily. He ended up in rehab and became clean.
After he had gotten sober, he decided to make amends. He then made "Room 237," a documentary that chronicled The Shining's making. The film was originally supposed to be released in this year's theaters, but it will not make its way into the cinemas until next year.
Heath tried unsuccessfully to get into Hollywood again, but nothing happened. He was actually arrested twice for drug charges.
We are not suggesting that Heath should be allowed back into the show business. However, it would be nice if he could get some help before things spiral out of control.
We hope Heath's story will serve as a warning to others who may think they can still have everything.