Man cannot discover new oceans unless he dares to lose sight of the shore. Andre Gide
The largest of the sub-ice lakes in Antarctica, Lake Vostok is located below Russia’s Vostok Station. Located in the central region of the East Antarctic Ice Sheet, the lake is a freshwater lake located at a depth of about 4000 meters from the surface of the ice sheet. This means that it is 500 meters …
The historical Phrygian Valley in Afyon has been an important settlement since ancient times. The Phrygians lived in the region from the 12th century BC and continued their existence here for about 700 years. The historical ruins in the region reflect the rich culture and civilization of the Phrygians. The historical Phrygian Valley is located …
In the incident that took place in the US state of California on Friday evening, the mysterious fireballs that appeared in the sky surprised the people around. The event, which was also shared by social media users, took place on St. Patrick’s Day. According to the Associated Press, Jaime Hernandez, who was in Sacramento for …
Scientists have invented a new type of “cosmic concrete” made from extraterrestrial dust that can be used to build habitats on the Moon and Mars. More than 50 years after the first humans set foot on Mars, humanity is gearing up to take the next big step in space exploration. The Moon and eventually Mars …
Zadar, one of the historical cities of Croatia, is located on the coast of the Adriatic Sea, in the Ravni Kotari region. The historic city of Zadar has an enchanting atmosphere, with the musical instrument “Sea Organ” and the circle of light “Salutation to the Sun”, which looks like a rebirth of the sun on …
Saudi Arabia has announced that it will build Mukaab, a giant cube-shaped skyscraper. This skyscraper will be 400 meters high, 400 meters wide and 400 meters long. Mukaab, financed by the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund, can rise up to 41st place in the world’s tallest buildings ranking. Announced by Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman, …
Tutankhamun; Egyptian pharaoh who reigned from 1332 to 1323 BC, and the last leader of the 18th dynasty during the New Kingdom of Egypt. His father is the pharaoh Akhenaten, who was found mummified in the tomb of KV55. Tutankhamun’s tomb was discovered by archaeologist Howard Carter and is considered one of the world’s greatest …
Lake Tiberias, located close to the Palestinian border, is known as a lake that is thought to herald the approach of the Day of Judgment. Lake Tiberias is an important freshwater lake in Israel and is fed by the Jordan River. A significant part of Israel’s water needs are met from here. The lake has …
Sealand is a micronation on a maritime platform off the British coast. A micronation or Micronation is generally defined as an entity that claims sovereignty over a very small area and is not recognized by any international organization or state. Roughs Tower is a sea tower located in the North Sea, in the south east …
Robots equipped with artificial intelligence technology have started to become widespread in every field today. Recently, robots that help with household chores have become quite popular. According to a study by researchers at the University of Oxford and Ochanomizu University, 39 percent of housework is predicted to become automated by 2033. In this research, it …
Thanks to artificial intelligence, robots like Siri and Alexa have gained the ability to give instructions to animals by barking. It is thought that this technology could allow us to unravel some of the mysteries of natural life and perhaps one day “talk” to animals. Studies are carried out on animal communication using artificial intelligence …
The earthquakes that have occurred in the world in recent years have once again revealed how important earthquake resistant structures are. The effects of a devastating natural disaster such as an earthquake can only be minimized if appropriate precautions are taken. For this reason, many buildings in the world have been made resistant to earthquakes …
Located near a volcano in southern Japan, 450 foam houses draw worldwide attention for their durability. Despite the lightweight materials, the homes at the resort are sturdy enough to withstand the deadly magnitude 7 earthquakes that occurred in 2016 in Kumamoto prefecture, according to a statement by its manager, Masaya Konishi. Near the volcano in …
Correct behavior in the event of an earthquake can be life-saving. It is important to prepare before an earthquake and to know the right protection methods during an earthquake. Unfortunately, loss of life and property is common in earthquakes, and an important reason for these losses is that people panic and do not apply the …
Ancient Rome was quite advanced in the use of concrete thousands of years ago, thanks to interesting production strategies. Using this technology, Roman engineers built an extensive network of roads, aqueducts, ports, and massive buildings. Most structures were built using concrete and are still standing. Among these structures; The Roman Pantheon, which has the world’s …
Scientists; He suggested that the Earth’s inner core did not spin in the same direction as the Earth’s, but stopped, and may even have begun to spin in the opposite direction. Earth is made up of three main parts: crust, mantle and core. Earth’s core is equal to the temperature of the sun’s surface, and …
It has been realized that the motion capture technology used in the Avatar movie can be a useful resource in the field of medicine by using it together with artificial intelligence. Researchers are considering using this technology for early diagnosis and treatment of diseases. In particular, it can be used to detect body movements and …
Sodom and Gomorrah are two cities mentioned in the Book of Genesis of the Old Testament and believed to have been destroyed by the wrath of God. It is estimated that these cities remained under the shallow waters of the Dead Sea. Together with Admah, Tseboim, and Tsoar, they form the five plains cities mentioned …
The science of temperament; It is a science used by medical experts such as Avicenna, Galen and Hippocrates in the treatment of patients. According to the science of temperament, everything starts from the four elements that are the source of the universe. These four elements take place in philosophy, medicine, mathematics, the Qur’an and science. …
Codex Gigas; It is the largest medieval manuscript found in the world. Estimated to have been written in a monastery in the early 13th century, the book is considered the largest handwritten book in the world. The book is also known as the “Devil’s Bible” because of the images of the devil and the legends …