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In Pure Spirit @inpurespirit.bsky.social · 10h

Forget slow genetic change. Researchers claim cultural evolution is happening so fast that humans are becoming like a single, planetary entity. Is this the next step for humanity?

Scientists Say We're Evolving into a Global 'Superorganism' – And It's Driven by Culture, Not Genes

From ancient folklore to modern science, the idea of a collective consciousness has fascinated us. Now, researchers say we're literally evolving into one. Here's how.

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In Pure Spirit @inpurespirit.bsky.social · 2d

They can climb stairs, see in the dark, and deliver your dinner. Meet the AI-powered robot dogs that are hitting city streets.

Your Takeaway is on its Way… by Robot Dog

From drones to four-legged robots, companies like Just Eat and Uber Eats are changing the face of food delivery. But is this sci-fi future a good thing?

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In Pure Spirit @inpurespirit.bsky.social · 2d

The 22 Major Arcana tell a complete story, from The Fool to The World. But what if there is a missing step? A new project proposes a 23rd card: The Truth.

Is the Tarot Missing a Card? Meet 'The Truth', the Proposed 23rd Major Arcanum

The Tarot's 22 Major Arcana are iconic, but is the journey incomplete? We explore the case for a 23rd card, 'The Truth', and its place in the Fool's Journey.

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In Pure Spirit @inpurespirit.bsky.social · 3d

Officials are warning about a toxic worm with a strange superpower: it multiplies if you cut it. Learn about the real-life 'hydra' in your garden.

This 'Immortal' Toxic Worm Multiplies When You Cut It in Half

From Southeast Asia to your backyard, the hammerhead worm is an invasive predator that threatens soil health and can make pets sick. And you can't kill it easily.

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In Pure Spirit @inpurespirit.bsky.social · 4d

What is a Jubilee Year? Explore the ancient tradition, the symbolic Holy Doors, and the unusual "two-pope" phenomenon of the 2025 celebration in Rome.

The 2025 Jubilee: Why a Rare "Two-Pope" Holy Year Has Captivated the World

Answering the question of what happens when a Pope dies during a Jubilee year. A look at the rare, historic, and spiritual significance of the 2025 Jubilee.

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In Pure Spirit @inpurespirit.bsky.social · 5d

Forget the Fountain of Youth. In the deep sea, a creature has already unlocked eternal life. Meet the immortal jellyfish and the science of turning back time.

Nature's Real-Life Time Traveller: The Jellyfish That Never Dies

Explore the bizarre world of Turritopsis dohrnii, the immortal jellyfish. Learn about transdifferentiation and how this tiny creature is rewriting the rules of life and death.

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In Pure Spirit @inpurespirit.bsky.social · 6d

From overstimulated to deeply rested. Learn how a simple coat of paint in this specific shade of blue can create a calming sanctuary for sleep.

The Surprising Bedroom Colour That Taps Into Your Ancient Brain to Help You Sleep

Unlock the secrets of colour psychology for better sleep. Find out why muted blue is the ultimate bedroom colour and which shades you must avoid.

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Internet Archive @archive.org · 7d

We’re celebrating 1 trillion pages saved on the #WaybackMachine! 🌐💙
Our month of festivities kicked off with the Del Sol Quartet's THE VAST BLUE WE 🎶, music inspired by our shared digital memory.

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The Vast Blue We: Del Sol Quartet at the Internet Archive

Celebrate 1 trillion web pages archived with Del Sol Quartet via LIVE STREAM! Live music & new works honoring our shared digital memory. An evening to celebrate human collaboration—how billions of…

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In Pure Spirit @inpurespirit.bsky.social · 7d

From the abyss of the Southern Ocean comes the headless chicken monster. Learn about this weird and wonderful deep-sea cucumber.

Meet the Real-Life ‘Headless Chicken Monster’ of the Antarctic Deep

A strange, translucent creature known as the 'headless chicken monster' is helping scientists push for a new Marine Protected Area in Antarctica.

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In Pure Spirit @inpurespirit.bsky.social · 8d

A new study reveals the evolutionary reasons why women live longer than men, and the answer is written in our chromosomes and ancient mating strategies.

The Ancient Battle of the Sexes: The Real Reason Women Outlive Men

Why do women outlive men? It's not just lifestyle. Uncover the deep-rooted genetic and evolutionary factors that give females a survival advantage across the animal kingdom.

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In Pure Spirit @inpurespirit.bsky.social · 9d

From ancient folklore to modern neuroscience, we uncover the reasons why you can't talk in your dreams. Is it your brain protecting you, or is your subconscious sending a message?

The Silent Scream: What it Really Means When You Can't Talk in Your Dreams

Unpack the mystery of the silent scream dream. Discover how sleep paralysis, anxiety, and feelings of helplessness contribute to this common and frustrating nightmare.

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In Pure Spirit @inpurespirit.bsky.social · 11d

Are fairy circles caused by thirsty plants or tiny insects? A long-running scientific debate may finally have an answer, and it's not what you might expect.

Are the Mysterious "Fairy Circles" Finally Explained by Termites?

From Namibian folklore to Australian deserts, the mystery of the fairy circles is captivating. Discover the competing scientific theories trying to explain these strange patterns.

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In Pure Spirit @inpurespirit.bsky.social · 13d

Could a plant be the next big rock star? One band is using technology to translate the bio-electrical signals of fungi into music.

The Bizarre World of Plant Cyborgs and Fungi Music

From John Cage to modern cyborgs, explore the fascinating history of turning the secret life of plants and mushrooms into art.

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In Pure Spirit @inpurespirit.bsky.social · 14d

Discover the folklore and science behind the Beaver Moon, the second of three supermoons to close out 2025. Learn when and how to see this spectacular celestial event.

Get Ready for the Beaver Supermoon: Folklore, Science, and How to Watch

As the UK prepares for two more supermoons, learn the enchanting story behind the Beaver Moon. A perfect blend of natural wonder, history, and stargazing tips.

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Internet Archive @archive.org · 15d

1 trillion web pages preserved makes the Wayback Machine an indispensable research tool. Share how this effort has impacted you, and encourage your network to support the Internet Archive: donate.archive.org/1T

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Bluesky @bsky.app · 15d

we hit 2 billion posts today! 🥳

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In Pure Spirit @inpurespirit.bsky.social · 15d

In 2024, glaciers outside the giant ice sheets of Greenland and Antarctica lost 450 billion tonnes of ice, according to a recent World Meteorological Organization report.

Before and after images show glaciers vanishing before our eyes

They are melting like never seen before, changing landscapes around the world beyond recognition.

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In Pure Spirit @inpurespirit.bsky.social · 15d

Ever wonder how musicians endure hours of gruelling practice? Neuroscience has found they don't feel pain like the rest of us. Learn more about this amazing discovery.

Your Brain on Music: Why Musicians Feel Pain Differently

A new study finds that years of musical training can rewire the brain, making musicians more resilient to pain. Discover the science behind this incredible finding.

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In Pure Spirit @inpurespirit.bsky.social · 16d

The world’s oldest army, the Swiss Guards, has unveiled a new uniform, though their iconic Renaissance-era attire remains untouched.

World’s oldest army unveils new uniform – but keeps iconic Renaissance-style garb

The pope’s army on Tuesday unveiled an additional uniform for nonceremonial, formal occasions

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In Pure Spirit @inpurespirit.bsky.social · 17d

From a university lab to the surface of Mars, follow the journey of a tiny robotic bee that could change the future of space exploration and planetary science.

Tiny Flying Robots Could Terraform Mars, But Should They?

MIT scientists have created a bee-like robot that could one day pollinate plants on Mars. Explore the incredible tech and the profound ethical questions it raises.

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In Pure Spirit @inpurespirit.bsky.social · 19d

Creepypastas are the internet’s urban legends; viral horror stories born in online forums that feel chillingly real.

What is Creepypasta? The Digital Folklore That Invaded Our Nightmares

Get a fright with our guide to Creepypasta, the viral horror stories that define modern online culture. Read summaries of the genre's most terrifying characters.

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In Pure Spirit @inpurespirit.bsky.social · 22d

Two mummies found in Libya date back 7,000 years but don't share DNA with any modern humans, revealing a lost branch of our family tree.

Scientists Discover 7,000-Year-Old Mummies With No Modern Human DNA

During the African Humid Period, the Sahara was green and home to a mysterious people whose ghost DNA has just been discovered by scientists.

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In Pure Spirit @inpurespirit.bsky.social · 23d

The new animal is unlike anything yet discovered and has made us all think again about the evolution of the lizard, snakes and the tuatara.

Tiny reptile with giant teeth redefines the origins of lizards

Scientists discovered Agriodontosaurus helsbypetrae, a tiny ancient lizard with oversized teeth, changing the story of lizard evolution.

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In Pure Spirit @inpurespirit.bsky.social · 23d

Roughly the size of a small human, the Chinese giant salamander is one of the largest amphibians in the world. These blob-like beasts are sometimes called “living fossils” as they belong to a lineage stretching back 170 million years.

Interbreeding Hybrid Giant Salamanders Are Creating A Very Sticky Situation For Conservationists

Escapees of the restaurant trade are making things tricky for the conservation of giant salamanders.

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In Pure Spirit @inpurespirit.bsky.social · 23d

We explore the "smartest thing #Confucius ever said." Delve into five of his most profound quotes on knowledge, wisdom, and ethics that are still relevant today.

What Was the Smartest Thing Confucius Ever Said? (We Have 5 Contenders)

From the Silver Rule to the essence of knowledge, we break down the smartest and most enduring teachings of the great philosopher Confucius.

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