Scientifically speaking, X-radiation (composed of X-rays) is a form of electromagnetic radiation. They are shorter in wavelength than UV rays and longer than gamma rays. X-rays with photon energies above 5-10 keV (below 0.2-0.1 nm wavelength), are called hard X-rays, while those with lower energy are called soft X-rays. Continue reading to see ten unbelievable (yet real) x-rays that might shock you.
When is a library not just something the younger generation would rather skip in favor of an internet-connected computer? When it looks like the masterpiece above. The first libraries consisted of archives of the earliest form of writing - the clay tablets in cuneiform script discovered in temple rooms in Sumer, some dating back to 2600 BC. Continue reading to see more incredible home library designs that think outside the box.
These days, movies and television shows rely heavily on computer-generated special effects, for both wow factor as well as saving money. For example, Two Face in The Dark Knight didn't have to spend hours in makeup each morning, all of it was generated in post production. Continue reading to see more.
A powerful new strain of the norovirus has been spreading across the US, and it's been causing quite a stir online. According to health officials, since September, more than 140 outbreaks have been reported in the US, caused by the new Sydney strain. Continue reading for the news report and more information.
Now that you've seen the 7 types of iPhone owners, here's an interesting infographic that talks about some of the different students you'll meet in college. Here's one interesting thing you may not have known: In ancient Rome a collegium was a club or society, a group of persons living together, under a common set of rules. Continue reading to see more.
Here's an innovative way to wake up: a funny gun alarm clock that requires you to shoot a target to wake up, or at least turn the annoying beeps / buzzing off. Click here to view the first image in today's viral picture gallery. Continue reading for a video showing how awesome skiing can really be, even if you are afraid of handrails.
Simply put, the First World Problems meme consist of frustrations and complaints that are only experienced by privileged individuals in wealthy countries. These are typically used as a "tongue-in-cheek comedic device to make light of trivial inconveniences," according to knowyourmeme. Continue reading to see more.
If you've stayed up late, chances are, "As Seen On TV" infomercials are probably something you're used to watching. Well, we've rounded up five of the strangest devices that have been aired in recent history for your viewing enjoyment. Continue reading to see them all.
You know something is seriously wrong with your car, when...instead of a trunk there's a homemade wooden contraption back there. Or, broken engine piping that's been replaced with Pringles cans. We've rounded up thirteen more bizarre examples of how not to fix your car. Continue reading to see them all.
So, it's someone's birthday and you want to play that person "Happy Birthday" using your phone, these are the keys that need to be pressed in order to do so. Click here to view the first image in this week's autocorrect gallery. Continue reading for an awesome win / luck compilation.
