Συντάκτης: Theodoros Karasavvas

Just a week ago we delivered a list titled “11 Totally Absurd Alternate Versions of Batman” and as we promised, we did a good job freaking you out with most of them. As expected, this week’s theme is the other superhero who saves the weak and protects the poor: Superman. As with the Dark Knight, there are some really weird alternative versions of the Man of Steel that most of you probably don’t know. So, for those of you who happen to be huge fans of the only dude in history who can wear his underwear on the outside of his clothes without looking like a clown, here are eleven alternate versions of him that will surprise you; probably not in a good way but who knows….READ MORE

Science is and has always been extremely important for the development of human societies and life itself, simply because it allows us to describe, investigate, and ultimately understand—as much as possible—the world in which we live and how it works. By increasing our understanding of the world (and worlds beyond) we are able to identify and potentially protect endangered species, define how natural phenomena occur, cure diseases, define causes of climate change, and improve the quality of life for people, just to name a few positive results….READ MORE

Have you ever had the privilege of witnessing a comet? These brilliant astronomical objects have been the source of many superstitions and tales. But comets are not the source of enchantments or anything of the sort. Rather comets are considered to be the left overs from the formation of stars and planets billions of years ago. They are made of different types of ice, such as water, carbon dioxide, ammonia, and methane, mixed with dust with an icy center—known as a nucleus—surrounded by a large cloud of gas and dust often called the coma. This is the formula for all of the most impressive comets….READ MORE

In case you didn’t know already, an Easter Egg is an intentional inside joke, hidden message, or feature in an interactive work such as a computer program, video game or film. The name has been said to evoke the idea of a traditional Easter egg hunt and according to game designer Warren Robinett, this traditional term was coined into the context of media by Atari personnel who were alerted to the presence of a secret message which had been hidden by Robinett in his already widely distributed game, Adventure. This one act by Robinett spawned all of the following 25 easter eggs and hidden things found in some of your favorite films….READ MORE

Dinosaurs were one of several kinds of prehistoric reptiles that lived during the Mesozoic Era, also known as the “Age of Reptiles.” Even though we still don’t know or can’t be certain about many things concerning dinosaurs (for example, paleontologists can only speculate how they behaved, how they mated, what color they were, or even whether a fossil belonged to a male or female dinosaur), we know for a fact there were lots of different kinds of dinosaurs that lived at various times. Some walked on two legs (they were bipedal), some walked on four (they were quadrupedal), some could do both, some were armor-plated, some had horns, crests, or spikes, and they have been a source of inspiration for writers, directors, and storytellers for more than a century….READ MORE

The Parthenon is a fascinating piece of Architecture. This magnificent temple on the Acropolis of Athens has been rocked by earthquakes, set on fire, shattered by exploding gunpowder, looted for its stunning sculptures, and defaced by misguided preservation efforts but quite amazingly still stands after nearly 2,500 years. Despite the Parthenon presenting no engineering breakthroughs in building construction, its stylistic conventions became the paradigm of classical architecture, and has continued to influence architecture. If you enjoy learning about breathtaking ancient architecture, you’re really going to appreciate these 25 Fascinating Facts About The Parthenon….READ MORE

Wouldn’t it be fun to know what comes next? Sure, it would take some of the surprise out of life, but think of all the failures you could avoid: dating people you wish you never met at the end of the relationship, horrible investments that costed you a fortune, soups of the day you wish you’d never tried among other things. Many of us would have made different decisions if we knew the outcome ahead of time, and unfortunately in some cases a wrong decision will haunt us for the rest of our lives. Still, we ask the question: Can we predict the future with any real accuracy? According to science the answer is no, and in most cases predictions about what to expect decades from now will fail miserably, but of course that‘s not a reason to stop making them….READ MORE

Facebook is one of the most popular forms of social media and where everyone is these days. This never-ending virtual social gathering filled with relationships, wedding or baby announcements, teary breakups, viral videos, important and not-so-important events (such as extravagant vacations), various groups and fan pages, is our high-tech era’s finest way for people to get closer to each other. (Sad, I know.) What’s even worse, however, is that Facebook is overflowing with annoying types of people who log in just to make things even more miserable for the rest of us—you know, “normal” people who spend 24/7 on our favorite virtual meeting spot. We collected eleven of these day ruiners and advise every sane user who respects his Facebook status to delete these losers…READ MORE

Discipline (whether at home or in school) is very important for a child’s development and helps teach an individual from a young age to be responsible and respectful. Furthermore, discipline promotes good human behavior which improve society and make it a more pleasant world for everyone. On the other hand, various studies have shown that a lack of it (at home or in school) leads to disastrous behavioral consequences which ultimately may lead to a pitiful and destructive upbringing. Therefore, it should come as no surprise that discipline and order in a classroom are important….READ MORE

DNA is a long molecule that contains our unique genetic code and thus the instructions an organism needs to develop, live, and reproduce. Just like a recipe book, it holds the directions for making all the proteins in our bodies. This information is found in every cell and is passed down from parents to their children. DNA has become particularly popular during the past few decades thanks to its broad usage and utility. Genetic tests are used for a variety of reasons nowadays, including to show if there’s a relation between a parent and a child, diagnose genetic disorders, to determine whether a person is a carrier of a mutation that they could pass on to their children, and to identify whether a person is at risk for a certain disease….READ MORE