Umbrellas may seem like a simple and very useful invention. One tool to protect against rain, bright sunshine, and even snow – that seems quite miraculous, does it not? But the actual execution of this simple machine must have required some trial and error. We all know what an umbrella looks like and what it …
Experienced in Atlantic crossings, the Andrea Doria was one of the most popular liners of its time. Although not as glorified as other contemporary ships such as the RMS Titanic, the SS Andrea Doria was one of Italy’s pride and joys after World War II. Though the Italian liner disappeared beneath the North Atlantic on …
They say we know less about the bottom of the ocean than we do about the surface of the moon. But the knowledge we do have of the sea floor comes from our use and invention of submarines. Also powerful in military applications, submarines have allowed humans to do things underwater that were previously unimaginable. …
While the average ancient technology may not be able to compete with our modern gadgets and gizmos like Netflix and artificial intelligence, they are still worth exploring for their sheer ingenuity and quirkiness. From the mysterious Antikythera Mechanism to the massive pyramids of Giza, these technologies showcase the creativity and resourcefulness of our ancestors. The …
Since ancient times, some of us have distinguished ourselves by being overly violent and conquering anything in our sight. Others live lives without violence, or intent to be subjected to violence. In case you were wondering, a mindset of not being subjected to violence actually worked for many groups. An example can be found in …
While traveling, you might encounter a wide range of different toilets and see how these toilets are used. A self-cleaning toilet in Japan is different from a flushing toilet in Belgium and differs from a hole in the ground in some remote places. However, they are almost exclusively some form of flushing toilets. How did …