Sound of silence: the sound-absorbing power of freshly fallen snow
Have you noticed how the world seems unusually quiet after a fresh snowfall? It's not just your imagination, it’s a real phenomenon with a scientific explanation.
13 Essential Animated Films With No Dialogue
It has been updated to include the Oscar-nominated animated film Flow, which is now streaming on Max. Animation has been a part of cinema since the beginning — it’s believed that Emile Cohl’s ...
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Not a text, not a call: What is the allure of sending voice notes?
For about 30% of Americans, voice notes are a crucial and intimate way of connecting with other people, according to a poll by YouGov.
Sam Smith Celebrates Valentine's Day With Tender Ballad ‘Love Is a Stillness'
This Valentine's Day, love is in the air and Sam Smith is breathing it deep into their lungs. In celebration of the holiday, ...
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Humpback Whale Song Follows Zipf’s Law, A Fundamental Law Of Human Language
Zipf’s law of abbreviation was only found to apply to blue whales and humpback whales, though only five species could be ...
What does Platonic love really mean?
According to Plato, love’s aim is not to complete us, but to inspire us to grow and become the best human being we can be.
Why Intentional Discomfort Is Actually Good For You
Why wouldn’t it be? It’s easier to order food than cook after a long day. Easier to scroll than pick up a book. Easier to ...