When we talk about the universe, distances become mind-bogglingly large. To make sense of these vast spaces, astronomers use a special unit called a light year. But what exactly is a light year, and how did we come up with this idea? A light year is a way to measure distance, not time. It tells … Read more
In the 1960s, a young South African surgeon had a bold and ambitious idea – he believed it might be possible to replace a human’s sick heart with a healthy, functioning one. This surgeon, Dr. Christiaan Barnard (left), was determined to turn this revolutionary medical concept into a reality The turning point came when one … Read more
Edvard Munch was a Norwegian artist who lived from 1863 to 1944. He is widely regarded as one of the most important figures in the art movement known as Expressionism, which focused on the inner emotions and experiences of the artist. Munch was born in a small town called Løten, located in the eastern part … Read more
It’s nearly 50 years since the very first Star Wars movie was shown, yet the movie franchise is as popular today as it was in 1977. In fact, it is so popular that since 2011, Star Wars fans around the world have celebrated 4th May as Star Wars Day. For all those fans, it is … Read more
What happens to aeroplanes when they get old and nobody wants them? Many are dismantled and sold as scrap metal, while others are sent to places known as Aircraft Boneyards. These boneyards are typically located in arid deserts, where the dry climate slows down the decomposition process. In the dusty expanses of American deserts, thousands … Read more
As winter approaches, we begin to make changes to our lifestyle during the day and night. Air conditioners are no longer used. They are replaced by heaters. T-shirts and shorts are put away. We begin to wear jumpers and coats. What would it be like if the temperatures where we lived were more extreme? What … Read more
We use bridges all the time for all kinds of reasons: to cross a river, to pass over a road, to make our journey quicker and easier. Usually, we think nothing of it. However, sometimes we come across a bridge that can really get our hearts and brains racing. Why? They look dangerous to use. … Read more