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The Ancient Maya is often recognized as one of the most advanced and greatest civilizations in history. They are well-known for their art, architecture, math, calendars, and astronomy. Did you know that the Maya civilization lasted for more than 2,000 years? Their civilization was at its peak during the Classic Period, which was from about […]
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For decades, archaeologists and paleontologists have been searching for ancient fossils buried in the ground to uncover clues about what life was like a million years ago. And let me tell you that recently, an extraordinary ancient fossil that looks like a piece of jewelry was discovered in New York. Amazing, right? In a published […]
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In my previous post, I shared how scientists have been working on decoding whale languages. They also discovered that sperm whales, the largest-toothed whales, talk a lot. You can check out if you missed that post here on KidzNet. Now, here’s another exciting update. Did you know scientists believe they finally established communication with a […]
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Technology has come a long way now, from AI-generated images to videos and other forms of artwork. But did you know that, aside from artificial intelligence creating “art,” a humanoid robot artist is also gaining popularity for its paintings? Amazing, right? Ai-Da is the first ultra-realistic artist robot in the world that was created in […]
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About 66 million years ago, a massive asteroid called the Chicxulub hit the Earth, which was once dominated by dinosaurs. The asteroid was about 10 kilometers (6 miles) in diameter, with an impact that caused giant waves, raging wildfires, volcanic eruptions, and a long period of darkness because dust and debris blocked the sun. Because […]
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Did you know people have been using pesticides for a long time? Yes. You read that right. And it’s true! The first records of using them go back to the eighth century BC, when they were mentioned for treating fungus in Homer’s stories. Homer is thought to have written two important poems of ancient Greece, […]
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Imagine being able to talk with your dog about your day, or hear about theirs, and maybe even ask them what they’d like to do. Just think about asking your dog what their favorite game is and why or what snack they like the most. Wouldn’t it be cool to know if they enjoy long […]
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When most of us head to the beach, our day usually involves building sandcastles, basking in the sun, or searching through the seashore for the most attractive seashells for our collection. But what if, instead of seashells, you stumble upon a discovery that transports you millions of years back in time? Well, that’s exactly what […]
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Have you ever heard of the amazing creatures known as Tardigrades? These microscopic organisms, also called water bears, are some of the planet’s toughest and most resilient creatures. Despite their small size, did you know these tiny creatures can survive almost anything – even the most extreme conditions that would be deadly to most other […]
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Pollution has become one of our planet’s most pressing environmental threats. Things like plastic bottles and waste from factories are continuously harming our environment. This trash ends up in the ocean and other bodies of water, harming water quality, polluting the environment, and spreading diseases and parasites. Microplastics have made the problem even worse. These […]
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It’s amazing to think about how much of the deep sea hasn’t been explored yet. We often focus on outer space, with scientists working on large projects and budgets to explore space and find out more about what’s out there. However, we still don’t know much about the ocean. Thankfully, scientists have been supporting the […]
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It’s incredible how much of our planet’s deep ocean remains a mystery. If you think about it, it’s a whole other world down there, barely explored by humans compared to space. Have you ever wondered what kind of creatures live down there? What do they look like? If you’re curious, no worries. I’ll tell you […]
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Did you know that a sperm whale, also known as a cachalot, is the largest-toothed whale and the largest-toothed predator in the world? It also has the largest brain of any creature that has lived on Earth. Amazing, right? In the ocean, these whales can easily be spotted by their enormous square heads and big, […]
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It’s always exciting to find shells on the beach during the summer, especially with family or friends. I’m sure you’ve done this at one point in your life. You may even have picked up a seashell and held it to your ear to hear the sound of the ocean or admired the intricate designs of […]
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We witness this every day – doctors around the world performing intricate emergency procedures, using their skills and expertise to save countless lives. But what if I told you that ants, particularly Florida carpenter ants, also know how to perform life-saving procedures to save their injured nestmates? Yes. You read that right! Like skilled surgeons, […]
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Did you know that George Washington had a deep love for cherries? Yes. It’s true! This interesting fact about the first President of the United States recently resurfaced when a search of his estate uncovered bottles of cherries preserved in brandy. A priceless discovery was made in the basement of George Washington’s Mount Vernon home […]
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The Rubik’s Cube became a global craze during the 1980s, and its popularity continues even today, thanks to its simple yet challenging nature. Many people of all ages are drawn to solving this puzzle, seeing it as a fun and rewarding challenge. It’s not just the satisfaction of completing it but also the benefits for […]
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While searching for new dinosaur fossils in the La Colonia Formation of Argentina, scientists found a single toe bone sticking out from the ancient rock. After further digging, they uncovered the remains of a previously unknown 16-foot-long meat-eating dinosaur that lived in prehistoric Patagonia approximately 69 million years ago, during the Maastrichtian age of the […]
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I’m pretty sure you’ve already heard of this popular belief, the 5-second rule, that the food dropped on the floor is safe to eat if you pick it up within 5 seconds. You might even have believed at some point that if you pick up food quickly enough, bacteria will not transfer from the floor […]
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Around 200,000 years ago, a group of ancient humans called Neanderthals or Homo neanderthalensis lived in Eurasia (Europe and Asia). But they mysteriously became extinct around 40,000 years ago and were replaced by Homo sapiens or modern-day humans. Researchers have studied Neanderthals’ physical appearance and found that they are similar to humans. However, they have […]
