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Q&A: Why is metal always cooler than wood?

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Question from Tammy: I was visiting my mom the other evening and we decided to sit on her back porch for a while.

We both sat down in metal chairs. Her chair had a cushion on it, but mine didn’t.

My chair was so cold that I couldn’t stand it so I got up and switched to a wooden chair.

I noticed right away that the wooden chair was a lot warmer than the metal one even though both chairs were sitting side by side in the shade.

That got me curious about why the metal chair was so much cooler than the wooden one. Can you explain it?  [Read more…]

Time-lapse video: The awesome natural beauty of Scotland

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It’s no secret that the Scottish Highlands are home to some of the most spectacular scenery on planet Earth.

And as you probably know, I happen to be a huge fan of time-lapse videos that showcase the natural beauty of our world.

Therefore, you most likely won’t be shocked to learn that today I’ll be sharing a wonderful time-lapse video that showcases the incredible beauty of Scotland.  [Read more…]

Video: A time-lapse visit to the American ‘Desert Southwest’

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Virtually every region of the United States is home to areas of incredible natural beauty, and I really enjoy sharing them with you via these videos.

Today’s featured video showcases the stark beauty of the Desert Southwest.

If you’ have ever watched some of the classic old “westerns” that were filmed in the mid-to-late 1900s you’ll surely recognize some of the landscapes featured here.  [Read more…]

Video: Amazing images and facts about the planet Saturn

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As you well know, Earth isn’t the only planet in our solar system.

In fact, if you count Pluto (which some still do), there are at least nine of them.

While Earth might be the most beautiful planet when viewed from space, several of our planetary neighbors are quite beautiful in their own right.

The short video featured below showcases some pretty amazing photos of Saturn, the striking ringed gas giant that has inspired countless science fiction stories over the centuries.  [Read more…]

Technology is wonderful – just be careful how you use it

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“I am a great enthusiast and early adopter of technology, but sometimes I wonder whether the inexorable integration of technology in our lives could diminish some of our quintessential human capacities, such as compassion and cooperation.“
        —-Klaus Schwab

I must say that I agree with Mr. Schwab on this point.

Technology has greatly improved the lives of us humans over the years. There is no doubt whatsoever about that.

But unfortunately it has had a negative effect on many of us as well.  [Read more…]