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'New' species of flower is discovered in a shard of amber in Myanmar 100 MILLION years after it blossomed :
Be_Sophisticated
A rare flower is finally getting its moment in the sun, almost 100 million years after it blossomed. Researchers at Oregon State University have identified a new species of angiosperm, or flowering plant, from the Cretaceous Period that was preserved in a shard of amber found in what is now Myanmar. Dubbed Valviloculus pleristaminis, it belongs to the laurel family and is related to the ... ...more
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3 Exotic Holiday Foods To Try
Olivia Krueger
Everyone has their traditional holiday meals; turkey, meatloaf, fruitcake, but have you ever wanted to explore something new? Here are 3 holiday foods from different countries that may entice you to explore.MexicoMany countries start their festivities on December 24th and Mexico is no exception. “Families start by breaking a piñata that’s filled with all sorts of locally made candies in chili ... ...more
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Stop Burger Shrinking Once and for All
EnglishMajorLeagues
So you bought quarter-pound patties and big potato buns, and now you're enjoying a burger that's more bread than meat. Seriously, what the heck happened to your burger, and how do you stop it from becoming food more fit for Barbie dolls than real people? The explanation is simple, and the solution easier than you'd think!Why Does a Burger Shrink?The simplest answer for why your patties lose ... ...more