Particles of the Standard Model of particle physics. Credit: Daniel Dominguez/CERNThe theories and findings of countless physicists since the 1930s led to an excellent insight into the basic structure of matter. They found that there are a few basic building blocks known as fundamental particles that compose everything in the universe, ruled by four...
Background NoteCredit: Ted GioiaTed Gioia says that he rarely feels a need to add an introduction to his essays; however, given the deep personal significance of the subject, far beyond anything he has ever published lately, some words of explanation might be fitting.Firstly, in this essay, he describes a time in his life that...
When physicians give medical advice, do we listen or disregard it?Typically a visit to our family doctor or internist places us in anticipation of obtaining some advice regarding improving our well-being. In the world of general medicine, the advice is usually to consume much healthier foods, shed some weight, and work out more. After...
Progressive leaders need to take on a hybrid-first model for most staff.Marvin, the CEO of a 4,000-employee company, is troubled to work alone and expected a return to the office after the pandemic. Nonetheless, his company's hiring of managers to prepare for the post-pandemic recuperation revealed the trend on job arrangement preferences, showing that...
Both kids and also adults are vulnerable to sleep issues connected with video gaming.Do you have any gamers in your family? Odds are, whether you have kids or otherwise, the answer is, of course. Video games are incredibly trendy with both kids and also adults. As well as during the pandemic, the appeal of...
New research shows a moral predisposition favoring beautiful people and things.Consider a room filled with a diverse array of animals and goods, such as baboons, butterflies, Botticelli paintings, and more. How should you choose what to keep from the menagerie and masterpieces if a disaster struck, forcing a quick departure of the accommodation?Philosophical statements...
Map of World's Largest Volcanoes. Credit: Hobart M. King, Ph.D.The map displayed above illustrates the locations of the world's major volcanoes.The Tamu Massif, which is located on the Shatsky Rise in the northwest corner of the Pacific Ocean, has the greatest mass and footprint. Mauna Kea, located on the Hawaiian island of Oahu, has...
Mount Rainier towers over Seattle's growing suburbs and Tacoma, Washington, rising more than 3 miles (14,410 feet) above sea level. Over the course of a year, about two million visitors explore Mount Rainier National Park to see the volcano, glaciers, forested ridges, and alpine meadows. The volcano's elegance, though, is deceiving.Mount Rainier is considered...
Volcanic monitoring types and methods employed. Credit: USGS Volcano Hazards ProgramScientists must employ numerous tools to listen to and see activity inside a volcano in order to keep a watch on it. The USGS Volcano Hazards Program monitors volcanoes for signals of change that indicate volcanic reawakening. Surveillance must include several observations (earthquakes, ground...
Illustration of Mansa Musa's caravan. Credit: SutoriAccording to the 2019 Forbes billionaires list, announced in March 2019, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos is the wealthiest individual on the planet. With a fortune of around $131 billion (99 billion), he is the richest man in modern history. He is not, however, the wealthiest individual who has...
