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Sri Lanka’s Ancient Settlement: Rewriting Island History

Dusty earth. The sun beating down. Not exactly my idea of a relaxing vacation. But for a team of archaeologists working in northern Sri Lanka, it was the setting for…

Brent Wisekey May 10, 2026

Health

Wrong School Facts: 30 Things You Learned That Aren’t True

Remember that diorama of the solar system you made in fifth grade? The one with Pluto as a full-fledged planet? Yeah, about that... Our understanding of the world is constantly…

Brent Wisekey April 17, 2026

Finance

New Dime Design: America’s Birthday & Political Undertones

Imagine reaching into your pocket for some spare change and pulling out… something completely different. That’s the prospect facing Americans in 2026 when the US Mint is expected to release…

Brent Wisekey March 15, 2026

Home Improvement

Europe’s Dense Forests: A Surprising Modern History

Think of a European forest. What comes to mind? Towering trees, dappled sunlight filtering through the canopy, maybe the distant sound of a cuckoo? We often picture these forests as…

Brent Wisekey March 4, 2026