Ötzi, or the Iceman, is the most famous ice mummy in the world, dating back to the late Neolithic period. However, recent research has revealed that the Ice Man looked nothing like what was previously imagined. The use of modern technology has helped dispel misconceptions about Ötzi’s appearance.
What the Ice Man really looked like. Etcy?
In 1991, tourists stumbled upon the remains of Ötzi, a 5,300-year-old mummy, in the Alps near the Italian-Austrian border. The natural conditions of the mou…

Modern vacuum cleaners come in both handheld and upright models. The latest vacuum models include not only a set of brushes, a powder sprayer, and a liquid dispenser but also a device for washing laundry. This device consists of a dome-shaped perforated nozzle, with a tube embedded in its center. The nozzle is placed in the washing tub. Laundry is added to the tub along with a washing solution; a hose from the vacuum cleaner is attached to the top end of the tube, while the other end connects t…

A group of scientists claims that flexible shoulders and movable elbows may have evolved as a safety mechanism during the development of our ape ancestors and early humans. These anatomical features emerged as a response to gravity, acting as “brakes” to ensure a safe descent from trees. According to experts, when early humans transitioned from forests to open grasslands, these flexible limbs became essential tools for foraging and using weapons for both hunting and protection.
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“Once, while I was in Mariupol, friends treated me to some incredibly delicious canned tomatoes. I jotted down the recipe, mastered it, and now I make these preserves myself, calling them ‘Mariupol-style tomatoes.’
How do I make them? I take 44 pounds of ripe tomatoes (the rest is also in pounds), 2 celery roots, 2 parsley roots, 2 parsnip roots, 0.5 horseradish roots, 1 head of garlic, 2 carrots, 1 bunch of parsley, 1 bunch of dill, 1 bunch of celery greens, hot pepper, and salt to taste. I p…

The inventor hiding behind the nickname The Q showcased a strange bicycle to the guests of his YouTube channel. It moves on two square wheels, which do not rotate during the ride. The wheels have treads like a tank. They are powered by chains and pedals.
Overall, the inventor has developed quite a few quirky models of rovers. However, the latest one has exceeded all expectations of fans of The Q’s engineering talent.
A craftsman posted a step-by-step video on YouTube showing the creation of his…

Green plants are some of the most active agents in combating air pollution. Without them, life would be much harder for humans. Among these plants, vines hold a special place. These are plants with flexible, unstable stems that require support to grow. They can be categorized based on how they climb: twining, climbing, and clinging.
Vines are ancient plants, and their origins remain a mystery. Most of the over 2,000 species thrive in tropical regions, particularly on the Antilles Islands. It is…