Bright Side

The Moon Smells Like Gunpowder, But Why? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you look up at the Earth's satellite, the Moon, you'll see that its surface is peppered with thousands of craters. Those are caused by asteroids and meteorites colliding with the lunar surface. But it also has over 200 holes that might even lead to caves. Scientists from around the world keep an eye on them and wondering if they may lead to an underground tunnel system... Learn more about your...

Is it possible to permanently settle on the Moon? Yup, but we'd need more advanced equipment, infrastructure and astronauts' outfits. Current spacesuits are great for walking on the Moon but aren't enough for permanent missions. Human body can perfectly function on Earth, but the Moon has different atmosphere and magnetic field. Let's see which upgrades a new spacesuit should definitely have. Lear...

Have you ever noticed how when you’re stargazing two nights in a row at the same time, let’s say 9 p.m., the stars stay in the same place, but the Moon doesn’t? I've learned the reason for this phenomenon and I'm ready to share it with you! I'll also tell you what exactly happens to the light after it disappears inside of a black hole. Here're 10+ cool space facts you probably haven't thought abou...

Get this - scientists have discovered that something is actually moving inside the Moon! It sounds straight out of a sci-fi movie, but it’s real. Using special equipment, they’ve detected small shifts and movements deep beneath the Moon’s surface, which might be caused by cooling, shrinking, or even leftover seismic activity from billions of years ago. Some think it could also be related to myster...

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Earth with no moon—sounds kinda eerie, right? Without that big ol' rock in the sky, our nights would be way darker, like, seriously spooky. Plus, tides would be way less dramatic without the moon's gravitational pull, so no epic beach waves, sorry surfers. But here's the kicker: our tilt would be all wonky without the moon to stabilize it, so say goodbye to those consistent seasons. And don't even...

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guess what, space enthusiasts? We've finally cracked the code on what's going down inside the moon! Scientists have been playing detective, and it turns out our lunar buddy has a hodgepodge of stuff in its core. Picture this – a mix of iron, sulfur, and other mysterious elements hanging out, giving the moon its own unique flavor. This cosmic revelation is like unlocking the moon's secrets. It's no...

Check out this video where NASA reveals a giant hole in the Sun and explains why it could impact Earth! Discover how solar storms, geomagnetic effects, and space weather could affect our planet, from power grids to satellite communications. Don’t miss this chance to understand what scientists are warning us about and what it means for our everyday lives. Learn the science behind solar activity in...

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if we told you that the giant crater believed to have ended the reign of the dinosaurs is still here on Earth—but the actual meteor that made it? Nowhere to be found. The Chicxulub Crater in Mexico is one of the most significant impact sites in our planet’s history, yet the meteor itself seems to have vanished without a trace. So where did it go? Why aren’t scientists showcasing its remains?...

Get this - scientists have discovered that something is actually moving inside the Moon! It sounds straight out of a sci-fi movie, but it’s real. Using special equipment, they’ve detected small shifts and movements deep beneath the Moon’s surface, which might be caused by cooling, shrinking, or even leftover seismic activity from billions of years ago. Some think it could also be related to myster...

Most of the debris burns up when it enters our atmosphere, and all we get is the bright blaze in the clear night sky because, from time to time, we see it as fleeting meteor showers. But sometimes a meteorite is tough enough to survive the atmosphere and large enough to leave a remarkable spot on our planet. Nestled in the Colorado Plateau in northern Arizona, Barringer Crater is a rimmed pit in t...

We all know that an asteroid wiped out the dinosaurs long time ago. But what happed to It afterwards? Why can't we see parts of that asteroid in any museum? 💡 Grab some Bright Side MERCH (ships worldwide!): http://bit.ly/2OJubyA Read more: https://brightside.me/articles/what-h... #brightside ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Music by Epidemic...

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

🌍 Ever wonder how deep humans have actually dug into the Earth? From the deepest basement under the Sydney Opera House to the mind-blowing Gotthard Base Tunnel slicing through the Alps, we’re going underground to uncover some seriously cool stuff. 🕳️🚇 We’ll even check out one of the deepest building foundations ever made — it’s like the skyscraper version of tree roots! But the real star of the...

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever noticed those zigzag patterns on the edges of some packages, like bags of chips or chocolate bars? It's clear that they're there to make it easier for you to tear the plastic. But why does it tear so easily? Food packaging has some other secrets: regardless of the brand, all chips have the Best Before date that ends on a Saturday. What other packaging tricks should you know to always...

The Secret Behind Fake Pockets + Other Hidden Purposes You Didn't Catch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Explore stunning revelations from a new full-size 3D scan of the Titanic wreck. These Titanic new discoveries debunk myths from the famous film and uncover real reasons behind the 1912 disaster. Dive deep into Titanic facts vs movie as we reveal how the ship really sank. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you know all the New Seven Wonders of the World? The list was officially finished in 2007 because there is just one wonder currently still standing from the old list: the Pyramids of Giza. The new wonders have their secrets. The mighty Taj Mahal, for example, can change color. And more than half of all the construction in Machu Picchu was done underground, so you can’t even see it. Read more: ⁠...

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stop Holding Your Drink Wrong and 17 Things with Hidden Benefits Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It turns out we’ve been using garbage bags all wrong... Just putting them into garbage bins isn't enough. Canadian inventors created this irreplaceable household item about 70 years ago. Nowadays they come in all sorts of colors and sizes but you're wrong if you think it can be used for only one purpose... Here're 21 things you can do with garbage bags. From an emergency backpack to a mattress or...