Animals
February 5, 2023

Man Drops a GoPro off a Pier and Captures the Aquatic Creatures Who Swim By

One man decided he wanted to see what lurked below the water at the end of Navarre Pier, the longest pier in the Gulf of Mexico. He encouraged some action with live bait, but what ultimately happened was something he did not expect. At first, all was calm with mullet fish, snappers, and pinfish towards the beginning of the pier. The creatures swam around, not caring much for the camera.

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Science
February 3, 2023

Impossibly Tiny Radioactive Capsule Lost in the Australian Outback Is Now Found

Australia is a vast land full of rugged terrain. While beautiful and the home of countless species, this natural landscape has made a daunting setting for an epic search. Last week, workers opened a package from the Rio Tinto mining site in northern Western Australia traveling on a truck to Perth. The package was supposed to contain a pea-sized radioactive capsule used in routine mining activities. Instead, workers found it empty on January 26.

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Art History
February 3, 2023

The History of the Color Orange: From Tomb Paintings to Modern-Day Jumpsuits

Orange is a color that provokes an immediate reaction. What is it about the color orange that makes it so effective? In some cultures, it’s considered a sacred hue, while in others, it’s a symbol of royalty. Bold and dynamic, orange is used to signal danger while, at the same time, creating a sensation of excitement. Since ancient times—long before it was called orange—this color has had a strong impact.

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My Modern Met

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