The most important secrets about the government aren't those you've never heard of, but those you've been told about. The Pentagon Papers, the most well-known, are embarrassing for government. The United States solicitor-general admitted it in an op ed published in the Washington Post. Binary chemical weapons and tactical nuclear bombs are the real secrets.
The secret satellite program of CIA
While the secret satellite program by the CIA remains a top-secret effort, it is possible to view these programs in person. At the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum (Dulles), Va., last night was a one-day exhibition featuring vintage National Reconnaissance Office satellites. This exhibit was held as part of the 50th anniversary celebrations for the organization.
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What is the most secretive location in the entire world?
You might be surprised at the answer. It could even make you uncomfortable, because it challenges how reality is perceived and lived. There is a reason this place exists and it's not as you might expect.
It was known as the City of God to the ancient Greeks. It was called the City of Destruction by the Bible.
It's also known as Kashi (Kashmir) in India. It's known in Russia as Novgorod.
It's called The Town That Has Disappeared here in America.
A small community of 1200 people in western New York State vanished. No bodies, cars, houses, nothing was left behind except a road sign pointing to its former location.
The little village vanished, with no trace of its existence. Some say it was swallowed up by the Earth. Others believe it was destroyed by a meteorite. Still, others say aliens took it away.
The residents of this once prosperous community believe that whatever happened, their town is not gone forever. They just moved to another city.
There's even a website that tracks the disappearances and recoveries of Zugspitz.
The question is, where did this place go? Well, it's in Switzerland!
Zugspitze lies on the border between Austria and Germany. A huge lake, Lake Zugspitze, is located just beyond the summit.
I have always been fascinated by the fact that so many towns have vanished, but some remain. Is it possible that some towns disappear and others are preserved? I set out to find out.
I was curious about the disappearing towns. What causes a community to disappear? How can one place become extinct?
There are many theories regarding the phenomenon of towns disappearing. One theory states that a town vanishes when all its buildings are destroyed. Another theory holds that the town simply relocates to another location. Another theory suggests that the town has never existed.
Although theories may be a bit speculative, it is a fact that numerous towns have been destroyed by the elements. This video explores the history of these towns and examines their current state.
What is the most fascinating fact about the human body
We have two eyes, two ears, two nostrils, four limbs, a mouth, a nose, and a penis. That's right, we have more than 50 parts of our bodies, but one thing is missing. A heart.
A heart is a pump, which circulates blood throughout our bodies. The blood flows through the veins and arteries to carry oxygen and nutrients to the cells.
The heart pumps out approximately 5 liters of blood per minute. This is equivalent in daily coffee consumption to an adult who consumes approximately 2 to 3 cups.
Blood flows throughout the heart 24 hours per day, 365 Days a Year. While you are sleeping, your heart beats about 100 times per second.
Skin color can be used to determine if someone has a medical condition. If you examine the skin closely, you will see tiny blood vessels called capillaries. These small vessels carry blood away from the large blood vessels in the skin back to the heart. If blood flow is blocked, skin can turn blue or purple.
People suffering from sickle cell disease have no red blood cells. They become very sick when their blood becomes hardened and sticky.
Bandages are used to stop bleeding after you have cut yourself. Blood must flow in order for the wound to heal properly. To do this, doctors will insert a needle through your skin into the vein adjacent to the injury. This allows the blood from the injured area to drain.
Doctors also insert tubes (catheters) into the artery near the site where the blood clot forms. This keeps the patient occupied until the clot is broken down naturally.
How does your brain control your body's functions?
The brain communicates with other organs to ensure their cooperation. The brain controls everything that happens in your body. It tells you your stomach to digest food; your lungs to inhale air; and it tells you your arms and legs how to move.
Your brain is made of billions, or neurons, of nerve cells. Action potentials are electrical signals that neurons send to one another. Every neuron has a cell wall around its nucleus. There are channels within the membrane that allow ions such a sodium or potassium to enter and exit the cell. 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 attach to the receptors of the second neuron and open ions channels for ions to pass in and out. The second neuron also fires.
Neurotransmitter release occurs when the presynaptic neuron receives an impulse from another neuron. 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.
The nervous system relies on neurotransmitters for communication. They also help coordinate activity between different parts of the brain.
Do you wonder how much trash is produced each day across the globe?
According to the United Nations there are more than 25 billion tons of garbage produced each year.
Most of this rubbish ends up in landfills or incinerators. But, what happens when those dumpsters fill up? The majority of this rubbish is sent out of the country. The trash is then sent out of the country and dumped in countries where it pollutes ecosystems. But, one man has now discovered exactly where this rubbish goes. Mike Sexton is his real name. He owns a company called Waste Watchers. He spends his time watching trucks hauling trash around North America. He then reports back to us on what happens next.
Sexton said he enjoys his job. "We've got a lot of fun," he told CNN. "You know, we see these big rigs come through town, and we'll follow them. "Sexton began to follow truck drivers around 20 years ago.
"It's all I felt," he stated.
Sexton loved the story about the driver who pulled over at an abandoned gas station close to Los Angeles. "The guy was looking for someplace to put his load," Sexton recalled. "He saw the building as he drove down the road. So he pulled over and went inside. "There were two enormous roll-off containers filled with stuff. The man got everything out of the truck and began filling it up again. "The man looked around the area and decided to unload all of it. There were many old tires, furniture, rags and mattresses. "It was just an absolute mess. But it was cleaned out before he came. There wasn't any trash."
So why did this happen? It is because the location used to belong to a recycling centre. People who found out about this facility would drive to it to recycle their trash. Sexton explained that people would bring home their household items, and then take them to the building. After they were done, they would dispose of the empty containers.
You might see this happen hundreds of times a day. This could happen hundreds times per week. Finally, the truck stops running completely due to its excessive junk. The owner eventually decides to dump the truck.
But, this isn't the only problem that our planet is facing.
The majority of these particles are made of small pieces of plastic. Some of these plastics end up in rivers or oceans.
Experts say if nothing changes, we could soon face a global food shortage. Experts warn, "If you keep going like you're going," we could soon face a global food shortage. But most people don't seem to be worried, even though scientists are unanimous in warning us that the world is heading towards disaster.
Statistics
- 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)
- It might not sound like something that's truly plausible — and it is quite rare — but according to a 2015 study published in the Asian Cardiovascular & Thoracic Annals, it's possible to hurt yourself and even break a rib just by sneezing. (romper.com)
- Your mouth makes a lot of saliva every day It might seem like way too much, but your salivary glands typically produce anywhere from 0.5 and 1.5 liters a day, according to a 2009 study published in the Journal of Medicine and Life. (romper.com)
- 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)
- In fact, nearly 24% of U.S. women are affected with one or more pelvic floor disorders, according to research funded by the National Institutes of Health. (romper.com)
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What's the scariest movie ever made?
Ask 10 people and you'll get 10 different answers.
Some people love horror films. Others like sci-fi films. And then some prefer comedies.
No matter what you like, we all have seen some truly scary movies.
These are the ten best scary movies, from the original "Halloween" and the contemporary "Paranormal Activity."
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"Cabin Fever" - "Cabin Fever" is considered one of the scariest zombie movies made. It depicts a virus that causes humans to turn into zombies after death.
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"Thir13en Ghosts" - Based upon the true story of serial killer Jack the Ripper, "Thirteen Ghosts" features a group of teenagers possessed by ghosts.
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"Pulse" is a thriller about a man who finds himself trapped in his apartment during violent crime sprees. Only the items in his home can help him fight off his attackers.
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"The Descent", one of the earliest found footage horror films, "The Descent", follows a group exploring underground for an adventure. Things quickly go horribly wrong once they reach their destination.
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"Get Out", a 2017 horror movie by Jordan Peele. "Get Out" portrays a young black photographer who visits his white girlfriend for the holidays. Dark secrets are revealed when he arrives at his destination.
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"Paranormal Activity," (2007) - This was the first ever found footage movie. It featured a new twist on ghost stories, starring Katie Featherston.
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"Audition” - Japanese audition means to appear before an audience and be judged. Kiyoko, a high-school student, waits for the verdict to see if she is destined to become a pop superstar.
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James Wan started the "Saw” Series after making horror movies with low budget budgets for years. He was getting tired of trying new ways to shock people. He decided to break from horror films and create Jigsaw.
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"Tales From the Crypt". "Tales From the Crypt," is becoming more and more disturbing with each passing year. Hollywood has made many sequels that feature the crypt keeper terrorizing different cities across the US over the years.
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"Carrie" (1976) "Carrie” introduced viewers the power of telekinesis. Carrie White can simply think about moving objects.