Perpetual Learning
It’s a bummer, but Microsoft has officially dropped work on its much-anticipated game, ‘Contraband,’ after four years in development. For those who might not have been following, ‘Contraband’ was announced back in 2020 as a co-op smuggling adventure set in a sandbox world. It was one of those titles that generated a decent amount of … Read more
Did you know that astronomers might have found a black hole so colossal it could be our gateway to understanding the very first moments of the universe? Imagine a black hole with a mass equivalent to 300 million suns. That’s unfathomably large, even by cosmic standards. Recently, scientists analyzing data from the James Webb Space … Read more
It’s August 2025, and if you’re anything like me, you love finding clever ways to make your home work for you. We’ve all seen the smart bulbs and voice assistants, but what if you could use something a little more… musical? Today, I want to share a fun and creative way to interact with your … Read more
Friends, have you ever stopped to think about the sheer scale of our planet? We live on a sphere, spinning through space, and for centuries, understanding its exact size has been a monumental scientific quest. Today, I want to invite you to be a part of that history. Back in the day, around 240 BC, … Read more
The garden is bursting with color right now, and it’s not just the flowers! As we hit mid-August, my backyard is a vibrant tapestry of both beautiful blooms and fresh vegetables, proving that a garden can be both ornamental and edible. This year, I decided to really embrace the idea of a dual-purpose garden. It … Read more
It’s not often we see headlines that sound like science fiction becoming reality, but this latest development in sustainable energy is truly remarkable. On August 8, 2025, news broke that scientists have successfully converted carbon dioxide into a clean, green fuel with an impressive 96% purity. As someone who has spent decades sifting through the … Read more
The universe is vast, and with each passing year, our ability to explore it grows. Today, I want to talk about something truly exciting: the search for life on exoplanets, specifically focusing on a fascinating world called K2-18b. As someone with a background in atmospheric science, I’m always drawn to the complex layers of planets, … Read more
As of August 8, 2025, the conversation around NASA’s future is buzzing, and at its heart lies a crucial element: funding. It’s a topic that touches on our deepest curiosities about the universe and our place within it. My background in atmospheric science has always drawn me to the big picture, and for many of … Read more
Living in an older home has its charms, but sometimes, those charms come with a side of moisture. If you’ve dealt with water damage in your bathroom, especially with older homes that might not have the best ventilation, you know the headache that follows. Replacing that soggy drywall isn’t just about patching a hole; it’s … Read more
As an archivist, I’ve spent a good deal of my career sifting through the dusty blueprints and forgotten memos that chart the course of technological progress. It’s a privilege to see how ideas once confined to the realm of speculative fiction gradually become tangible realities. Today, the U.S. Army’s progress with directed-energy weapons, particularly lasers, … Read more