Weapons And Tools Of The Stone Age

Weapons And Tools Of The Stone Age

The Stone Age relates to prehistoric times, starting around 2.6 million years ago. It is so name due the fact that palaeontologists have uncovered the first evidence that humans were using stone tools at this time. The stone age lasted until about 3,300 BC, (at which...
Does Game Of Thrones Have Any Historical Parallels?

Does Game Of Thrones Have Any Historical Parallels?

While the Game of Thrones prequel, the House of the Dragon, has not reached the TV phenomena status of Game of Thrones, its second season is certainly capturing attention. What has been so captivating about the Game of Thrones magical-realistic universe is that the...
Geomagnetic Storms

Geomagnetic Storms

The Northern Lights And Other Lesser-Known Effects In May, the world stood still,(or at least those with clear skies and late bedtimes did), to take in the rare global Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) event. An enchanting spectacle, the Northern Lights appear in the...
How Was Stonehenge Built?

How Was Stonehenge Built?

With the Solstice upon us, our thoughts turn to the longest day and the many associated festivals and events that occur around this solar event. Stonehenge, the ancient and mysterious stone circle found in Wiltshire, has become a global focal point for the solstice,...
Have Scientists Discovered Our Very Own Adamantium?

Have Scientists Discovered Our Very Own Adamantium?

From Fiction To Fact? Marvel fans won’t need to be told about Adamantium, the metal that Wolverine’s retractable knuckle claws are made of. Within that fictional Marvel universe, Adamantium is one of the strongest metals on Earth, alongside Vibranium, the material...