How subtitles became so important — Yes, video games can make you smarter
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April 23, 2023

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Why NASA wanted a nuclear-powered rocket

Why NASA wanted a nuclear-powered rocket

Modern rockets use liquid fuel to propel them with enough thrust to reach space. But, 70 years ago, NASA was trying to achieve the same results using nuclear power. So, what happened and why did it end up not working?

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Why subtitles are so important nowadays

Why subtitles are so important nowadays

Have you noticed that lately, while watching movies or TV shows, it's difficult to understand what's being said? The dialogue may seem mumbled or the sound is unclear, leading you to turn on subtitles. This phenomenon isn't by chance, and the reasons behind it are quite intricate. Professional audio editors have their reasons for making it so.

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How video games can make us smarter

How video games can make us smarter

You may have heard the old adage, "Video games will rot your brain." While this may be true if you are continuously playing a mindless mobile game, it turns out scientists believe some aspects of video games can actually help us become more social and better problem solvers — and even help positively develop a child's mind. But how?

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Controlling lightning using lasers

Controlling lightning using lasers

Humans have been using lightning rods to protect buildings and people from the devastating power of lightning for hundreds of years. But we still can't defend things like airplanes and boats. Scientists are now trying a new technology to guide lightning to a safe place — and even to trigger lighting at will.

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