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Apr 17, 2026 · Essay · 1 min
The Speed of Sound and the Crack of a Whip
The tip of a whip, when cracked, breaks the sound barrier, creating a mini-sonic boom.
Feb 25, 2026 · Essay · 1 min
Interesting Fact
The first computer programmer in history was a woman - Ada Lovelace.
Feb 4, 2026 · Essay · 1 min
Interesting Fact
This is a brief summary of the blog about software and life.
Jan 5, 2026 · Essay · 1 min
The Myth of the Sphinx's Nose and Napoleon
The myth that Napoleon shot off the Sphinx's nose is widespread, but it's not true.
Dec 6, 2025 · Essay · 1 min
Earth as a Billiard Ball
If the Earth were reduced to the size of a billiard ball, it would become noticeably smoother.
Oct 4, 2025 · Essay · 1 min
An Interesting Fact About Physics
In physics, time is treated as a dimension similar to space.
Aug 31, 2025 · Essay · 1 min
The Real Reason for Perelman’s Refusal of the Million Dollar Prize
Perelman refused the million dollars, disappointed with the scientific community and its conformity.
Jul 2, 2025 · Essay · 1 min
Interesting Fact
Did you know that the first computer programmer was a woman? Ada Lovelace created algorithms for Charles Babbage's Analytical Engine.
Jun 18, 2025 · Essay · 1 min
Theory of Relativity: An Interesting Fact
Einstein's theory of relativity changed our understanding of time and space.
May 22, 2025 · Essay · 1 min
Gravitational Waves More Powerful Than the Entire Universe
The first recorded gravitational wave from the merger of two black holes emitted 36 septillion yottawatts.

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