Articles

Rare Astronomical Phenomena
(Astronomy and Space Sciences)

The skies never stop amazing us with numerous, fascinating, and often rare astronomical phenomena.

Working with Nature
(Education, Business, and Society)

We all have different jobs that impact our societies differently, bur have you ever thought what it would be like if you have a job that mainly aims at protecting and conserving nature?


Sleeping during Working Hours!
(Education, Business, and Society)

I visited Japan in 2001 on a scientific mission; after going through my visit's program, I was surprised to see sleeping cabins to use during working hours!


The Mystery of Shark Attacks
(Microorganism, Animal and Plant Life)

Back in 2010, a series of bloody shark attacks terrorized the normally serene beaches of Sharm-Elsheikh. The attacks were so ferocious that experts were at a loss explaining the unprecedented behavior.


The Deadly Dish
(Food, Mood, and Behavior)

The Egyptian Ministry of Health warns people every year from eating fesikh to decrease the risk food poisoning that may be fatal if not properly treated.


Chemistry and Beauty
(Health and Diseases)

Women pay a lot of attention to their looks without considering the potential harm of using some products for a long time, the result of which may be the destruction of their beauty, or even illness.


The Science Behind Up!
(Science in Arts and Culture)

Look up in the sky! It is not a bird! It is not a plane! It is not even a superhero! It is a flying house!


Workaholism
(Education, Business, and Society)

How can we find out if we are addicted to work, and how can we get rid of this addiction to live a normal life devoid of any psychological issues?

Summer Bites
(Microorganism, Animal and Plant Life)

Having my legs and arms covered with insect bites indicates that summer has arrived. With summer’s heat, buzzing bees, marching ants, and swarming mosquitoes invade our world.


The Internet and Mind Control
(Computers and Information Technology)

Does Facebook really connect people or provide an unrealistic version of reality? 


The Golden Touch
(Education, Business, and Society)

In Greek mythology, King Midas had asked the god Dionysus for the ability to turn everything he touched into gold; when he was granted his wish, he thought he had good fortune. Yet, he soon came to regret making that wish!


How to Fight Obesity and Overweight
(Food, Mood, and Behavior)

Obesity means having a lot of body fat, while being overweight could mean having extra body weight. Both obesity and overweight mean that one’s weight is more than what is deemed healthy.

Ergonomics: The Simple Secrets of Success
(Education, Business, and Society)

Whether it is an office job or any other job that requires physical work, clearly, providing employees with a better work environment increases their productivity and job satisfaction.

The Treasures of the Red Sea (1): Coral Treasures
(Microorganism, Animal and Plant Life)

The rich diversity and high level of endemism in the Red Sea is largely attributed to the 2,000 km of coral reef extending along its coastline.


Monsters of the Ocean: The Grotesque Pacific Viperfish
(Microorganism, Animal and Plant Life)

The pacific viperfish, Chauliodus sloani, is one of the most grotesque-looking deep ocean fish in existence; the kind of fish that could be featured in a horror movie.


Monsters of the Ocean: The Elusive Giant Squid
(Microorganism, Animal and Plant Life)

The elusive giant squid, known to science as Architeuthis dux, is a true sea monster.


The Day Summer Starts
(Earth Sciences)

It is during the summer that we get to relax and travel around. But, when exactly does summertime start?


What to Wear in Summer—that is the Question!
(Food, Mood, and Behavior)

Being aware of what you should wear in summer is very important to stay cool, comfortable and healthy.


Multiple Sclerosis
(Health and Diseases)

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disease, where the nerve cell protective covers are impaired; this causes a decline in spinal cord and brain function.


Capturing Life: The Camera
(Inventions and Innovations)

As early as the 11th century, the idea of the camera was already being developed.


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