In modern filmmaking, AI-powered de-aging technology is transforming how we see actors on screen. Studios now use deep-learning models to digitally recreate younger versions of actors, blending archival footage and new performances. For example, in Gemini Man, Will Smith’s younger self was generated via motion capture and CGI to interact with his older self.This technique…
When thinking about record-breaking geography, most people think of the tallest mountain or the longest river — but some of the most fascinating records lie deep below the surface. One of these is the Yarlung Tsangpo Grand Canyon in Tibet, which is often considered the deepest canyon in the world. As the Yarlung Tsangpo River…
Many people believe the stereotype that getting chilled or spending time in frosty air causes the common cold—but that’s actually a myth. According to medical experts, viruses—not cold temperature—are the true culprits behind respiratory illnesses like colds and the flu. Studies highlight that most colds are caused by over 200 different viruses, such as rhinovirus….
Deep in Sardinia’s pastoral hills lives one of the world’s most notorious delicacies: Casu Marzu, a sheep-milk cheese intentionally teeming with live maggots (Piophila casei larvae). Known locally and in traditional circles, its name literally means “rotten cheese,” but what makes it fascinating — and controversial — is how those maggots drive fermentation and flavor,…
In the chilly waters of the 1956 Winter Olympics at Cortina d’Ampezzo, a surprising upset unfolded that would ripple far beyond the ice rink. The underdog team from United States men’s national ice hockey team stunned the hockey-dominant Soviet Union national ice hockey team in dramatic fashion, pulling off a win that challenged not just…
The aromatic dish known as plov is deeply rooted in Uzbek culture and centuries-old food traditions along the Silk Road. In Uzbekistan, plov (also called “osh”) is widely recognised as the national dish—so much so that it was placed on the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list. At its core, plov combines rice, large cuts of…
The human gastrointestinal system is often seen as a simple food processor—but recent science reveals it has its own complex nervous system, earning it the nickname the “second brain.” Research shows that your gut contains around 100 million neurons embedded in the walls of the digestive tract, capable of functioning independently of the central nervous…
When Post‑It Notes reached desks around the world, few knew the surprising story behind their creation. The journey began in the late 1960s when chemist Spencer Silver—while working at 3M—developed a unique adhesive that was strong enough to cling, yet weak enough to be removable without residue. Because it held only lightly, it seemed useless…
In the vast theater of the universe, the most dramatic moments in a star’s life often end not with an explosion, but with silence. After billions of years burning brightly, a star like our Sun exhausts its nuclear fuel and sheds its outer layers, leaving behind a dense, glowing core known as a white dwarf….
The traditional game known as Pearl Ball originated with the Manchu people of northeastern China and remains a fascinating example of how cultural heritage can shape sports. Whereas many team sports evolve from modern athletic leagues or globalised disciplines, Pearl Ball descends from pearl-diving traditions and incorporates unique rules that distinguish it from basketball or…
