Did Sputnik Really Catch America Off-Guard?
Sure, everyday Americans were surprised, but the upper strata of government? Not so much.
Posts in category Or Not
In today’s world many misconceptions have been perpetuated—becoming modern day “facts”—when, in reality, myths and hearsay have taken over. Sorry to burst your bubble, but in this weekly column, Ripley’s puts those delusions to the test, turning your world upside down, because you can’t always…Believe It!
Is Space Really a Zero-Gravity Environment?
The term “zero-gravity” proves misleading when it comes to freefalling through space.
Fact Versus Fiction: Paul Revere’s Midnight Ride
Long ago, the hyper-lore surrounding Paul Revere galloped away with the facts.
Debunking the Five-Second Rule
Limited floor time means limited exposure to bacteria, right? Wrong.
Did 300 Spartans Hold Off a Persian Army of Millions?
The Greek sacrifice at “The Hot Gates” proved greater than history remembers it.
Do Snakes Dislocate Their Jaws For Super-Sized Prey?
How serpents master monster-sized bites without coming unhinged.
Is It Dangerous To Wake A Sleepwalker?
From beliefs of supernatural possession to a normal human condition, the science behind sleepwalking is far from a yawn.
Can Only Particular Areas Of Your Tongue Taste Certain Flavors?
When it comes to the human tongue, don’t believe everything you see in a textbook.
Do Airplanes Get Rid Of Toilet Waste Mid-Flight?
Why unintentional excrement-dropping still occurs with modern aircraft.
The Confabulation Of “Elementary, My Dear Watson”
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle never wrote Sherlock’s most famous line.