January 16

Is This The World's Most Expensive (Non-Existent) Sword?

Paying $16,000 USD for any kind of sword sounds a little high - But for one that doesn't even exist? That has to be a first. Apparently, that is exactly what an avid Chinese gamer recently forked out. Even more amazing? The virtual sword is part of a brand new video game that has not even been released yet.

Video Of The Week - Around The World In 5 Minutes

If you have always dreamt of traveling around the world, here is your chance. In less than five minutes you will be able to experience some of the most beautiful places on earth without, spending a dime!

Time Cloak Can Make 'Events' Simply Vanish!

Got caught taking that last cookie from the jar or glancing at a neighbor's paper during a mid-term? How often have you wished you could simply make that moment vanish? Believe it or not, scientists have now figured out a way to make that wish a reality.

Remembering The Legacy Of Martin Luther King Jr.

Today, people all over the USA will celebrate the life, legacy and dream of Martin Luther King Jr., a Baptist clergyman turned civil rights leader who galvanized the country with his vision that people should be judged by the content of their character not, the color of the skin.

Self-Cleaning Jeans Could Be In Your Future!

Imagine if 'doing' laundry meant wearing your dirty clothes and lounging in the sun. If researchers from China's Shanghai Jiao Tong University and Hubei University of Nationalities have their way, that may actually be a reality, in the not so distant future.

Scientists Discover First Ever 'Soldier' Bee

Honeybee hive hierarchy is well documented - The queen bee gives birth to every bee in the hive, drones mate with the queen and immediately die or get kicked out, while worker bees ensure that the hive functions like clockwork. Now it seems, that South American honeybees have added an additional role - that of a soldier bee.

Teacher's Notes

Many of you are adding comments that do not demonstrate that you understand what you have read. Today, please make one comment about what you have learned and one comment that shows that you have made a connection. 
Happy Reading! 
Mrs. Davies