The Future: More Plastic Than Fish by 2050
By 2050, it is estimated that there will be more plastic in the ocean than fish.
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By 2050, it is estimated that there will be more plastic in the ocean than fish.
Studies show that self-control is like a muscle that can be strengthened through practice.
496 is what the dimension of the gauge group must be for a superstring theory to make sense.
Ancient civilizations such as the Romans and Greeks recognized the power of working together towards a common goal.
The pop you hear when you crack your knuckles is actually a bubble of gas burning.
The national anthem of Greece has 158 verses. No one in Greece has memorized all 158 verses.
6800 is the approximate number of languages in the world.
156 is the number of years that Hong Kong was under British colony rule.
Cats eat grass to aid their digestion and to help them get rid of any fur in their stomachs.
A study found that people who watched action movies had a higher calorie intake during and after the movie compared to those watching other genres.
A day on Venus is longer than a year on Venus.
Selflessness activates the brain's pleasure centers in a similar way to food or sex.
Abraham Lincoln was an accomplished wrestler and only lost one out of approximately 300 matches.
The world record for the most goals scored in a single professional football match is 16, set by Stephan Stanis of Racing Club de Lens in December 1942.
The storage capacity of human brain exceeds 4 Terabytes.
Purring does not always indicate that a cat is happy. Cats will also purr loudly when they are distressed or in pain.
Laughter is contagious and can help spread joy to others around you.
Swimming works out all of the body's major muscles.
Hope is associated with positive outcomes such as better physical health and greater resilience.
Having strong friendships can increase your lifespan.
The shortest war in history was between Britain and Zanzibar on August 27, 1896. Zanzibar surrendered after 38 minutes.
Of all the species of cats, the domestic cat is the only species able to hold its tail vertically while walking. All species of wild cats hold their tail horizontally or tucked between their legs while walking.
16 is the minimum age for getting an adult job in most states and provinces across the globe.
Humility is not a sign of weakness, but a sign of strength.
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