All the talk about Venus perhaps being the first habitable planet in the Solar System reminds me that I have to make sure to read Edgar Rice Burroughs’ Venus Series*. I’ve already tackled – and enjoyed – A Princess of Mars* (the finale left me wanting to jump into The Gods of Mars* immediately afterward, … Continue reading Venus Calling…
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Star Wars – Or Star Fact?
This short film was made by Corridor in the interest of taking a closer look at the lightsaber. Personally, I think they could mine this single installment and turn it into an entire series. In particular, I would like an explanation for the limits on the tech shown in the episode. Stargate SG-1* came up … Continue reading Star Wars – Or Star Fact?
“It’s Been a Long Road…”
Forgive the reference to Star Trek: Enterprise* and Rod Stewart’s song, readers, but I cannot think of a better way to introduce this news! We have a new company on the block looking to bring us to the stars! That is worth popping the cork on some champagne, especially in this day and age! Learn … Continue reading “It’s Been a Long Road…”
Remember That Last Meal?
This crocodile’s final meal is on record for all to see! It also adds some perspective to The Land Before Time* movies. The scientists studying the fossil were quick to use this film series to give casual readers a popular cultural icon to visualize the dinosaur this croc ate. If Ducky was your favorite character … Continue reading Remember That Last Meal?
Phantom Find
Click the link to learn more about this exciting discovery, readers! Rare Baby Ghost Shark Found Off New Zealand Olivia Rosane Feb 17, 2022 Scientists have discovered a very rare baby ghost shark in deep waters off the coast of New Zealand. Ghost sharks are a poorly understood relative of sharks and rays also known … Continue reading Phantom Find
Wired to Learn
Follow the link to learn more, readers! Babies Are Born Ready to Read BY BRIAN THOMAS, PH.D. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2020 Dogs don’t read the words on a page. Neither did Coco, the famous gorilla that learned to communicate using simple hand signs. So what affords humans the unique ability to read and write, and … Continue reading Wired to Learn
Stripes or Spots?
Apparently, this little guy decided on spots! Click the link to learn more, readers: Baby Zebra Is Born With Dots Instead Of Stripes – First Time Ever Recorded (10 Pics) by Joe Kahlo April 28, 2021 An extremely rare polka dot baby zebra was spotted in Kenya, and it has captured our hearts. Photographers … Continue reading Stripes or Spots?
Shooting at Long Range
Take a look at this interesting piece from Popular Mechanics, readers! The Army Reveals the Range of Its New Hypersonic Weapon: 1,725 Miles That means U.S. forces could easily strike targets in Russia and China during a conflict. BY KYLE MIZOKAMI MAY 17, 2021 The Army's new Long-Range Hypersonic Weapon has a range of over 1,725 miles. Adversaries … Continue reading Shooting at Long Range
“Good Morning.”
Forgive the reference to Professor Tolkien’s The Hobbit*, readers, but you will soon see why I headlined the quote for this article. It was simply irresistible considering the unusual subject matter! Anyway, without further ado, here is Gandalf’s response to Master Baggins’ comment: “What do you mean? Do you mean to wish me a good … Continue reading “Good Morning.”
A Treasured Discovery
This is amazing, readers! A fossilized dinosaur embryo was recently discovered in China. It is one of the most complete specimens on record, a wonder in its own right, and the posture the little dinosaur adopted is interesting. Learn more about this cool fin through the link below, readers: Exquisitely Preserved Dinosaur Embryo Found Inside … Continue reading A Treasured Discovery
A Song of Joy by Caroline Furlong 