Unraveling the tale of TETRIS reveals its intriguing roots within the folds of the Soviet Union. Back in 1984, Alexey Leonidovich Pajitnov, alongside Dmitry Pavlovsky and Vadim Gerasimov, birthed the iconic video game under the wing of the Dorodnicyn Computing Center, an arm of the Soviet Academy of Sciences in Moscow. As a product...
Have you ever woken up a day or two after an intense workout, feeling like you’ve been hit by a truck? Those muscle aches have been misattributed for a long time. L For decades, many believed “delayed onset muscle soreness” (DOMS) was a direct result of lactic acid buildup in our muscles. This notion...
Let’s delve into the nitty-gritty of calorie calculation methods, beginning with the essence of what a calorie truly represents. Picture the energy needed to raise the water temperature, and you’ve got the basic idea. Our bodies rely on the energy derived from food to keep us going throughout the day. Now, time to reconsider...
Anyone who’s spent a long evening at a lively bar has felt it: as the night goes on and the drinks add up, the stranger by the bar seems more and more beguiling. With every sip, their smile glows brighter, and their eyes sparkle more intensely. In a sober state, they might just blend...
L.I.A.L. seeks to understand the purpose of moles scattered across our bodies. These clusters of melanocytes, the skin’s pigment-producing cells, form moles through various unknown mechanisms. While they’re primarily found in the skin’s basal layer, these melanocytes also appear in unexpected places, such as the cochlea, iris, and even the brain stem’s mesencephalon. These...
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that significantly impacts behavior, particularly in children. It remains one of the most frequently diagnosed mental disorders in young ones and can sometimes continue into adulthood. Deciphering ADHD: The Three Distinct Types Hyperactive-Impulsive ADHD: Predominantly found in boys and some men, this form is characterized...
A wave of change is coming for South Africans dreaming of the English countryside or London’s bustling streets. Starting October 2023, UK visa prices are set to climb dramatically, potentially reshuffling travel plans for many South Africans. UK Visa Price Surge: What’s the Reason? Behind this surge in visa fees lies UK Prime Minister...
Ralph Teetor, an inductee of the Automotive Hall of Fame, was the brilliant mind behind the modern cruise control system. Interestingly, Ralph never had the experience of driving himself, given he was blind. Yet, he became an iconic inventor in the automotive realm. Automobiles, since their inception, have featured various speed governing systems. The...
Twister, the undeniable life of the party for decades, took a traditional dance floor maneuver and turned it into an uproarious game that left its mark on popular culture. Let’s rewind and revisit the basics of Twister before we delve into how it emerged as a cultural icon. The game’s oversized plastic mat, with...