The Mpemba Effect
Fact: #2856
Under the right conditions, hot water can freeze faster than cold water -a phenomenon known as the Mpemba effect. Although studies… Read More
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The Cold Truth About Germs
Fact: #2855
Cold, dry winter air enhances the flu virus’s ability to spread. Research from the NIH found that at lower temperatures,… Read More
Crystal Clear
Fact: #2853
Snowflakes appear white, but they are actually made of clear ice crystals. The white appearance results from diffuse reflection of… Read More
A Small Price to Pay
Fact: #2852
Inflation edged up slightly to 3.03% in the first quarter of 2025, marking the first rise since its steady decline… Read More
An Exchange of Fortune
Fact: #2851
The first quarter of 2025 marked a reversal of some of the positive trends seen at the end of 2024…. Read More
Thin File, Thick Implications
Fact: #2850
Between half to two-thirds of all loans opened by first-time credit applicants are retail credit, and roughly a third are… Read More