Watching The World Change
As far as the end of the world is concerned, those interested in survival don’t generally examine the monsters in zombie films as a potential real threat. Despite this, researchers at the Zombie Research Society have begun offering scientific explanations alongside their tongue in cheek attitude toward the creatures and suggest the zombie apocalypse is…
After ten years of battling the legal system to keep from being extradited to the US, a judge has ordered that the case of accused hacker Gary McKinnon be resolved either now or never with authorities either allowing him to be extradited or not. McKinnon, who is widely considered the most sought hacker in the…
Einstein’s theories have done a great deal to propel humanity forward since he was first recognized for his theories of gravity, space, time, and the very fabric of our universe. But contrary to popular belief, Einstein’s theories did not suggest a universe completely devoid of intelligent life. Quite the contrary, in fact, the cutting edge…
The Goat is the eighth animal of the 12 Chinese zodiac signs. When compared to Western astrology, it is seen as the equivalent of Cancer. In this article, you will learn more about the personality traits often linked to someone born under the sign of the Goat. When you meet an individual born under the…
Chances are, you have already heard about the highest mountain in Japan. Mount Fuji rises 12,388 feet into the air and on a clear day, the peak can be seen from Tokyo. Located west of the city, the mountain is surrounded by lakes and a national park. In this article, you will learn why Mount…
The Rat is found in the first zodiac location in Chinese astrology. When compared to Western astrology, it is seen as the equivalent of Sagittarius. In this article, you will learn more about the characteristics associated with the Rat in Chinese astrology. Those born under the sign of the Rat in Chinese astrology tend to…
You will find one of the five sacred Taoist mountains of China, Song Shan, situated in Henan Province , close to the city of Luoyang. The natural scenery of the mountain is a beauty and the mountain is a geological wonder. The Shaolin Temples found on Song Shan are also of importance. There are a…
The Horse is the seventh animal of the 12 Chinese zodiac signs. When compared to Western astrology, it is seen as the equivalent of Gemini. In this article, you will learn more about the personality traits often linked to someone born under the sign of the Horse. People born under the sign of the Horse…
Thousands of people make a pilgrimage to Kailash on a yearly basis, as they follow a tradition that dates back thousands of years. There is more than one religion that believes walking around the mountain will remove sins, as well as bring good luck. This act is called circumambulation. When one makes a pilgrimage around…
Set in the Himalayan mountains of western Tibet, Mt. Kailash (or Mt. Kailas) is considered a sacred mountain that provides the waters of some of the lengthiest rivers in Asia. The mountain is associated with four different faiths that include Hindus, Buddhists, and Jains. Followers of the indigenous Tibetan religion of Bon also see the…