• No To Bullying Stand Up For Yourself Symbol
    Business

    When, Why and How You Should Stand Up for Yourself

    Too many of us are guilty of neglecting to stand up or ourselves. We don't want to cause a fuss, or we're afraid of creating conflict. However, sometimes the conflict already exists, and someone needs to push back against it. Other times, you could end up bottling something up until it all comes out at once. It could lead to a bigger problem than if you had stood up for yourself in the first place.

  • Space Age Fabric Textile
    Science,  Space

    Exciting Future Uses of Textiles in Space

    When we think about space-age technology and exploring the Cosmos, we usually think of metals, foils and ceramics. But what about textiles? As many NASA engineers can tell you, textiles have always been an unsung hero in the world of material science. But if the future of space exploration pans out the way engineers expect, humanity's status as a spacefaring species will see the inclusion of — and even come to depend on — advanced new types of fabrics, textiles and membranes.

  • Hubble Space Telescope
    Science,  Space

    Common Tools Used to Gather Data in Space

    As a species, we're working on expanding our horizons — literally — by making our first forays into outer space. Despite this push toward space exploration, there is still a lot about the universe around us that we don't know, and a lot that we don't even know to ask about yet. On top of that, much of the data that we could be collecting from outer space is invisible to the human eye. What tools are scientists using to gather data in space?

  • Industrial Hall Warehouse
    Business

    Understanding Warehouse Backflushing

    Backflushing is a term which is usually used in correlation with a manufacturing process. It is the act of reversing the flow of a liquid in a process to clean out the pipes and filtering system. Given this explanation, it is understandable that the idea of backflushing a warehouse is often viewed with bewilderment and confusion. This is merely a result, however, of bad terminology for a very simple process.

  • Dwarf Planet Haumea With Rings Artists View
    Science,  Space

    Stargazing Calendar for April 2023

    Hello fellow stargazers! This month the big event will be a rare hybrid solar eclipse, but unfortunately it will be visible to only a few small areas of the world. For the rest of us, we have two large objects at opposition: dwarf planet Haumea as well as large asteroid Iris. There will also be two meteor showers as well as many conjunctions.

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    Art,  Lifestyle

    4 Easy Ways to Print Reverse Text

    The use of reverse text is not new. Many notable writers used this method of writing. It ages back to 17th century and even beyond. It was widely used during era of Ottoman Empire and Pre-Islamic era. Reverse text could be used for various purposes in our daily life. In this article, we will discuss multiple ways to print reverse text.

  • Victorian Style Architecture, Durham Hall, Sydney, Australia. Photo by Sardaka. License: CC BY 3.0.
    Architecture,  Technology

    Guide to Period Architectural Styles in Australia

    Since its founding in 1788, Australia has gone on to amass a rich cache of colonial architecture. Many of its metropolises still bear the imprint of its forebears. Going out from the city centre, you will realise that the suburbs progressively showcase different periods in Australia's history. This is why it's not unusual to find a Federation manor near the beach or a Gothic Revival abode further inland.

  • Dwarf Planet Makemake With Moon
    Science,  Space

    A Good Time to Observe Dwarf Planet Makemake

    On March 29, we have a great opportunity to observe the dwarf planet Makemake. It will be at opposition, which means it will reach the highest point in the sky at around midnight and be opposite to the Sun. At around the same time Makemake will also reach its closest point to the Earth (perigee) at a distance of 51.77 AU. Its peak brightness will be an apparent magnitude of 17.1, which makes it the brightest trans-Neptunian object after Pluto.

  • Artists View Ceres
    Science,  Space

    A Good Time to Observe Dwarf Planet Ceres

    On March 21, we have a great opportunity to observe the dwarf planet Ceres. It will be at opposition, which means it will reach the highest point in the sky at around midnight and opposite to the Sun. At the same time Ceres will be closest to the Earth (perigee) at a distance of 1.59 AU. At this time it will be the brightest, with an apparent magnitude of 6.9. Look in the constellation of Coma Berenices with binoculars or a telescope.

  • Virtual Learning Laptop
    Education

    The Role of Technology in Transforming Education

    The education industry is one of the most fundamental aspects of society, and it plays a crucial role in shaping individuals and the communities in which they live. Over the past few decades, there has been a rapid and widespread integration of technology in various fields, and education is no exception. The use of technology in education has brought about significant changes and has transformed the traditional classroom model, leading to a more personalized and flexible learning environment.

  • Positive Thinking Woman
    Education

    5 Things that Affect Positive Thinking

    No one is born with a positive or negative attitude. There are various factors that affect the way people think. These factors can determine whether you end up thinking positively or negatively. Most of these factors are factors that affect an individual during their formative years in life.