Ian Hernandez
Did We Fall for the Biggest Lies About the Climate Crisis?
The Myth That Climate Change Is Just a Natural Cycle The Myth That Climate Change Is Just a Natural Cycle (image credits: unsplash) Many people still believe that climate change is just part of Earth’s natural rhythm, like the changing seasons. This idea has been repeated for years, sometimes by politicians or celebrities who want …
10 Forgotten Scientists Who Deserve a Spot in Every Textbook
Jocelyn Bell Burnell: The True Discoverer of Pulsars Jocelyn Bell Burnell: The True Discoverer of Pulsars (image credits: wikimedia) Imagine making a breakthrough that changes how we see the universe—only to watch someone else get all the credit. That’s what happened to Jocelyn Bell Burnell. In 1967, while she was still a graduate student in …
A Long-Ignored Climate Pattern Might Be About to Shake Things Up
The Silent Shifter: The Role of the Indian Ocean Dipole The Silent Shifter: The Role of the Indian Ocean Dipole (image credits: pixabay) The Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD), once overshadowed by its more famous cousin El Niño, is now emerging as a silent but powerful player in global climate. The IOD describes temperature differences between …
Why I Gave Up on Recycling—and What Happened Next
My Breaking Point: The Bin Overflow Dilemma My Breaking Point: The Bin Overflow Dilemma (image credits: unsplash) It was a Tuesday night, and I was standing in my kitchen, staring at my overflowing blue recycling bin. Bottles, cardboard, and plastic containers teetered at the edge, threatening to spill onto the floor. Every week, no matter …
Travel | Why I Skipped My Cruise—And Why You May Want To, Too
That Price Isn’t Real—Just Wait Until You See the Bill That Price Isn’t Real—Just Wait Until You See the Bill (image credits: unsplash) You know that tempting $299 cruise deal screaming at you from every travel website? Well, I fell for it once. Port fees and taxes often range from 10 to 20 percent of …
More Scientists Are Questioning Extreme Climate Narratives
A Growing Shift in Scientific Opinion A Growing Shift in Scientific Opinion (image credits: pixabay) Have you noticed how the climate conversation has been changing lately? There’s something interesting happening in the scientific community that most people aren’t talking about. A landmark 2024 survey published in the journal Climate Research found that about 40% of …
10 USA Songs Everyone Thinks They Know—But Usually Get Wrong
Bruce Springsteen’s “Born in the U.S.A.” – The Anti-Anthem That Became an Anthem Bruce Springsteen’s “Born in the U.S.A.” – The Anti-Anthem That Became an Anthem (image credits: flickr) Ever wonder why politicians keep playing this song at rallies? Here’s the shocking truth: “Born in the U.S.A.” has been so blatantly misused that it’s distracted …
Warning: These 2 Zodiac Signs Could Misread a Crucial Signal
Gemini: When Too Much Information Becomes Overwhelming Gemini: When Too Much Information Becomes Overwhelming (Image Credits: Pixabay) Gemini natives are ...
20 Songs That Were Meant to Be Jokes—But Turned Into Big Hits
Jack Black’s Peaches: Movie Villain Song That Topped Charts Jack Black’s Peaches: Movie Villain Song That Topped Charts (image credits: wikimedia) The always hilarious Jack Black voiced Bowser, a giant, evil turtle-like creature who is the leader of the army of Koopas, in the hit film The Super Mario Bros. Movie. And while the lyrics …
The 14 Most Iconic USA Guitar Solos Ever—Ranked
Stairway to Heaven – Led Zeppelin (Jimmy Page) Stairway to Heaven – Led Zeppelin (Jimmy Page) (image credits: unsplash) When it comes to guitar solos that define generations, nothing touches the epic climax of “Stairway to Heaven.” In a 2023 Rolling Stone poll, it was named the most recognized guitar solo in rock history, and …
