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Earth is splitting open beneath the Pacific Northwest

For the first time, scientists have seen a subduction zone actively breaking apart beneath the Pacific Northwest. Seismic data show the oceanic plate tearing into fragments, forming microplates in a slow, step-by-step collapse. This process, once only theorized, explains mysterious…

Fenix E35R flashlight review

A pocketable everyday carry (EDC) flashlight that comes with an IP68 waterproof rating, five lumen modes and is rechargeable using USB-C.

How social norms evolved over time and differ across countries

When humans interact with each other and engage in everyday activities, they typically follow various undefined rules, also known as social norms. These rules include things like greeting acquaintances in specific ways upon meeting them, not interrupting others when they…