Father and daughter decorate the Christmas tree in anticipation of Christmas. But why is this day celebrated on December 25? Nowadays, many (but not all) Christians celebrate Christmas on December 25. If the date of Jesus Christ's birth is not…
The aftermath of a series of earthquakes affecting the island of Santorini is intensifying. (Photo: Aris Messinis/AFP via Getty Images) Greek authorities have suspended schools and deployed emergency services as a series of earthquakes intensify near the volcanic island of…
A giant ghost jellyfish (Stygiomedusa gigantea) was discovered off the coast of the Antarctic Peninsula during a Viking cruise. Cruise ship passengers spotting unusual creatures off the coast of Antarctica have reported rare sightings of giant ghost jellyfish – deep-sea…
What are the main reasons people in the U.S. sneeze during allergy season? (Image credit: ProfessionalStudioImages via Getty Images) According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI), allergies are the sixth most common chronic disease in the…
A lithium-ion battery with a single-crystal electrode was continuously charged and discharged for six years while retaining a significant portion of its energy storage capacity. (Image credit: Natee Meepian via Shutterstock) New research shows that batteries with “monocrystalline electrodes” could…
A family lights a menorah together to celebrate Hanukkah. (Photo courtesy of Roy Morsch via Getty Images) The Jewish holiday of Hanukkah – also known as Chanukah – is an event that is celebrated around the middle of the winter…