We haven’t found any extraterrestrial life yet, but as science advances, the possibility remains open. Beyond carbon-based life, it’s entirely possible that there are forms of life we haven’t imagined, and new discoveries could be made in the future.   As of October 23, 2024, when I am writing this article, humans have yet to discover a planet other than Earth with life...

View cities as organisms and analyze the role of culture and role differentiation in their evolution. We’ll also discuss how urban designers should respect and develop the genetic elements of cities.   There are many ways to study cities. Some analyze cities structurally, while others study them in relation to policy. In particular, recent advances in data and technology have led to...

Humans are implementing various restoration programs to protect endangered species, but human intervention can upset the balance between species and put other organisms at risk. Considering the natural changes in ecosystems from an evolutionary perspective, we need to rethink whether these interventions are necessary.   Today, with the advancement of science and technology, people’s...

  Through the cognitive revolution, humans have created norms, an imaginary order, which have evolved through religions and ideologies. Currently, capitalism is the dominant norm, but new norms, such as hate, have recently emerged and are impacting the future of humanity.   What are norms? The biggest difference between humans and other animals is our cognitive abilities. The cognitive...

  In the Bible, Jacob robs his brother Esau of his birthright in exchange for a bowl of lentil stew. This simple dish was a symbol of survival and inheritance at the time, and it’s an iconic scene of greed and cunning that inspires many interpretations even today.   Jacob’s lentil stew recipe (Serves 6 to 8) Ingredients – 1/2 cup olive oil – 6 onions, diced small...

This article highlights the need for more public observatories and astronomy education, as urbanization and light pollution have reduced people’s access to the stars. The experience of stargazing is presented as an important opportunity to foster scientific curiosity, promote emotional well-being and self-reflection, and restore a sense of innocence.   We’ve all sung the word...

Since Ted Williams’ .406 batting average in 1941, the .406 batting average has disappeared. This isn’t because hitting skills have deteriorated, but because the overall quality of the game has improved, reducing skill differences and allowing luck to play a bigger role in batting average.   In 1941, Ted Williams of the Boston Red Sox finished the season with a .406 batting...

  Google Glass was an innovative HMD technology, but it failed in the market due to its voice-based commands, inconvenience in public, and privacy concerns. Future technological advancements will require a paradigmatic redesign and a new user-centered direction.   HMDs and Google Glass HMD (Head-Mounted Display) is a video display device that can be worn on the head like glasses to...

Antarctica is a critical region for curbing global warming and maintaining unique ecosystems. However, resource exploitation can lead to serious problems, including glacier decline, ozone depletion, extreme weather and international conflict, and requires careful consideration and conservation.   If you look at a globe, you’ll see Antarctica painted white. You’ve probably seen it...

  In this article, we’ll cover the causes of hangovers and how to deal with them. Acetaldehyde, inflammatory reactions, methanol, and other factors contribute to hangovers, and we’ll discuss the various remedies that can be used to control them, as well as suggest effective ways to deal with them.   Introduction As many office workers can attest, December is a time of year...