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Pepperoni Chicken (Not Pizza)

Yep. It’s not a mistype. It really is “Pepperoni Chicken.” Chicken covered in pizza toppings. Sounds strange, but it sure would be tasty. After all, it is chicken and pizza at the same time.

From The Kitchn:

It turns out that putting pizza toppings on chicken is a great idea. People have put cheese and pepperoni on top of all types of crust substitutes made from pea flour to cauliflower over the years, but this recipe gets rid of the idea of a “crust” entirely to combine the pizza flavors people love in an easy, low-carb, gluten-free, keto-friendly weeknight dinner that cooks in about half an hour.

Yum! Tasty and healthy at the same time! What more can you say?

Want to know how to make one? Find out how on The Kitchn!

(Image Credit: Julia’s Album)


Artist Turns Star Wars Characters Into Insects

British artist Richard Wilkinson turns Star Wars characters, ships, and creatures, into a collection of insects in his work “Anthropoda Iconicus” series.

From Trendland:

Each beetle and bug from the series not only uses Star Wars as an inspiration for colorful camouflage—although some are more obvious than others—but also comes complete with genus, family, and species names to complete the imaginary insect.

Here are some of the stunning images from the collection!

See more of these photos on Richard Wilkinson’s website!

(Image Credit: Richard Wilkinson/ Trendland)


Human and Dolphin Brain Compared

Reddit user BCThai posted 4 days ago on a reddit forum a photo of a human (on left) and dolphin brain (on right). As seen on photo, it looks like the dolphin brain hemispheres are not connected. A reddit user sheds light on this:

From Reddit:

As some of you have pointed out, "the two halves aren't connected." In reality, they are connected, but the corpus callosum is very thin. Dolphins do that thing called unihemispheric slow‐wave sleep, and are able to remain vigilant even with only one hemisphere awake. Positron emission tomography (PET) scans during this type of sleep show that there's also lateralization in cerebellar activity. However, the fact that dolphins can remain vigilant even with one hemisphere asleep implies that there is no extreme lateralization of function that would cause severe impairment.

See the full story on Reddit!

(Image Credit: BcThai / Reddit)


In Myanmar: Tree-Planting Drones Fire Seed Missiles

Pew pew pew! Tiny mangrove saplings are now roughly 20 inches tall in a field south of Yangon, Myanmar. These trees were planted by drones on September last year.

From Fast Company:

“We now have a case confirmed of what species we can plant and in what conditions,” says Irina Fedorenko, cofounder of Biocarbon Engineering, the startup that makes the drones. The right combination of species and specific environmental conditions made the restoration work. “We are now ready to scale up our planting and replicate this success.”
The startup, which also uses drones to plant trees and grasses at abandoned mines in Australia and on sites in other parts of the world, is working with a nonprofit in Myanmar called Worldview International Foundation. To date, the nonprofit has worked with villagers to plant trees by hand. The project began in 2012, after the government began opening the country’s borders to international business. More than six million trees have been planted so far, and the nonprofit plans to plant another four million by the end of 2019. But it also recognizes that humans can’t easily cover the amount of land that could potentially be restored.
In theory, two operators working on 10 drones can up to 400,000 years per day. But of course, humans also have a crucial role in this endeavor to restore the environment.

Find out more details on the story on Fast Company!

(Image Credit: BioCarbon Engineering)


Forensic Artist Recreates Neolithic Dog’s Head

Using 3D images by Historic Environment Scotland (HES) and Edinburgh University’s Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, forensic artist Amy Thornton successfully recreated the head of the 4,000-year old dog, using the 3D print of the Cuween Hill skull as basis to build the anatomy.

From BBC:

The animal is believed to have been the size of a large collie with features similar to a European grey wolf.
The skull was one of 24 discovered when the chamber at Cuween Hill was excavated in 1901.
It is believed the dogs were placed there more than 500 years after the passage tomb was built.
Steve Farrar, interpretation manager at HES, said the model would help "to better relate to the people who cared for and venerated these animals".
He said: "Just as they are treasured pets today, dogs clearly had an important place in Neolithic Orkney, as they were kept and trained as pets and guards and perhaps used by farmers to help tend sheep.

Even in the ancient times, I could say that dogs were already considered “man’s best friend.”

(Image Credit: Historic Environment Scotland)


Students From ERAU Work to Control Cat Population in Their Campus

Cats are not that much of a problem when you have a few of them in your campus. But it’s a different story when you have over 50 of them, with most of them not being fed well. Thus, they become malnourished and sick. Such is the case of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU). The Protecting Animal Wellness Society (PAWS), tried to solve the escalating population, with Katerina Bourova, the president of PAWS, on the lead.

From The Daytona Beach News Journal:

“They’re like little babies,” said Bourova, 22, who is the president and founder of the student organization Protecting Animal Wellness Society (PAWS). “They scream at you. It was quite an experience.”
While a few cats might not pose a problem, ERAU’s cat colony numbered more than 50. Besides not being fixed, the cats’ growth was spurred on in part by well-intentioned students who fed the hungry felines burritos and other leftovers, PAWS founding member Kevin Schiffli said.
With the cat population escalating, the university began to take measures to control it. Seeing this, Bourova decided to help, founding the now roughly 20-member PAWS group in 2017.
“I didn’t just want to stand around and do nothing,” she said. “Especially since this was a living animal.”
To curb the proliferation of cats, PAWS members partnered with the Halifax Humane Society to trap, spay/neuter them, and give them shots to protect against rabies, feline AIDS and leukemia. Younger, sick, or highly social cats were put up for adoption, while older or less social cats were released back on campus, Bourova said, noting that cats are less likely to be adopted than dogs.
The effort paid off. Now there are 25 cats on campus — a reduction of more than half, Schiffli said.

For more details of the story, head on to the article!

Via Fark

(Image Credit: Luis Garcia / Wikimedia Commons)


Doggo Marshmallows in Japan

Very cuteness. Such tasty. Much wow.

Japan’s number one cat-merch maker, Felissimo, offers us a new treat: Shiba-Inu shaped marshmallows! Now THIS is yum and cuteness and fluffiness overload. Need I say more?

From SoraNews24:

The Shiba Inu marshmallows are a follow-up to Felissimo’s kitty ones from a while back, and they keep the focus on the Shiba Inu’s goofily lovable faces.
The marshmallows, which are hand-made, are specifically shaped to mimic the dogs’ muzzle.
Since the Shiba is a Japanese breed, it’s only fitting that the marshmallows it’s inspired have a Japanese flavor too. Inside each is a filling of mixed of chocolate and anko (sweet bean paste), which should delight the palates of people raised on either side of the Pacific.

You can order now for only 1,296 yen ($11.70) for a box of nine online via this link!

(Image Credit: Felissimo)


Switzerland: Coffee Not Essential for Human Survival

What a sad news for coffee aficionados out there.

Plans to abolish the emergency stockpiling of coffee beans has been announced by Switzerland, as they decided that coffee beans are not necessary for human survival.

From The Guardian:

Nestlé, the maker of instant coffee Nescafé, and other importers, roasters and retailers are required by Swiss law to store bags of raw coffee. The country also stockpiles staples such as sugar, rice, edible oils and animal feed.
This system of emergency reserves was established between the first and second world wars as Switzerland prepared for potential shortages in case of war, natural disaster or epidemics.
According to the plan released for public comment, coffee stockpiling obligations will expire by the end of 2022, with companies free to draw down what they have in their warehouses.
“The Federal Office for National Economic Supply has concluded coffee ... is not essential for life,” the government said. “Coffee has almost no calories and subsequently does not contribute, from the physiological perspective, to safeguarding nutrition.”

(Image Credit: Ailura / Wikimedia Commons)


#ColorOurCollections : Cultural Institutions Give Free Coloring Books

Libraries, archives and other cultural institutions around the world shared free coloring books and coloring sheets that are based on their own collections last February 4-8, 2019. In other words, you get to color some of the notable artworks around the globe! What a time to be alive!

Here are some of the screenshots of the said coloring books.

Check the website here!

(Image Credit: colorourcollections2019 )


Would You Eat This Sandwich?

A restaurant in New Jersey named Elsie’s created this beast of a sandwich. Would you eat this sandwich?

The said sandwich is now making quite a stir on social media.

From MyRecipes:

“Our pickles have been made with the same family recipe for many years using only fresh ingredients and peppered with more than a little love,” Elsie’s website explains. “We cater to a Keto and Gluten-Free lifestyle and it is our sincere honor to pamper guests with our curated selection of sandwiches and roll ups constructed on our Elsie’s Signature Pickle.”

Yum or yuck? Be the one to decide.

Grab a bite of this article at MyRecipes! And don’t forget to visit the website of Elsie's!

(Image Credit: Elsie’s)


“What Would This Planet’s Name Be?” Astronomers Ask Public

Since its year of discovery in 2007, this dwarf planet that orbits the sun beyond Neptune has been addressed as (225088) 2007 OR10. Now the people who have discovered it are asking the public to help them pick a more appealing name, with the choices being:

  • Gonggo, the Chinese water god known for creating chaos and tilting the Earth. The said god has a red hair and a serpent-like tail.
  • Holle, the European winter goddess of rebirth, fertility, and women. Finally,
  • Vili, a Nordic deity.

The voting will end on May 10 and people can vote via this link.

See the news on BBC.

(Image Credit: BBC)


The Sheriff’s Office Helped This Young Lady Raise Her 5 Younger Siblings by Buying Her a Car

Samantha Rodriguez, a 20-year old woman was overwhelmed as a deputy uncovered a picture of a Nissan Versa and said that the car was hers.

The woman has been taking care of her 5 younger siblings for almost 3 years. She kept them fed, clothed, and going to school. Their parents died from cancer in the past 5 years.

From CNN:

"When they told me the car is for us, I remember thinking, 'They just took away all these worries and stresses.'" she told CNN. "It was such a big weight off my shoulder and will help so much."

Hop in and know more about the story on CNN!

(Image Credit: CNN)


Human Brain Has Been Shrinking Since Stone Age

Yep. Don’t be surprised, though. This phenomenon began tens of thousands of years ago. And it isn’t a secret, at least on the circle of anthropologists. Based on skull measurements, the human (scientific name: Homo sapiens) brain in the last 40,000 years has decreased roughly around 10% in its average volume.

From Discover Magazine:

Based on measurements from 122 populations, modern adult brains range from 900 to 2,100 mL, with a global average of 1,349 mL, which is smaller than our Stone Age predecessors. However, we can’t reach meaningful conclusions from these species-wide global averages, in part because methods of skull measurement differ between datasets.

There are many theories that have been proposed for this phenomenon, like warmer climates being the reason for this event (this idea was countered, however), but the most convincing theory is that we humans underwent self-domestication.

Does a smaller brain mean that we are less intelligent? Find out more on the article at Discover Magazine!

(Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons)


Artist Makes Epic Masterpieces Out of Aluminum Foil

Artist Toshihiko Mitsuya makes intricate creations using aluminum foil, proving that it is not the types of materials an artist uses that makes masterpieces, but it is how an artist uses that material to create great art.

From Beautiful Decay:

Mitsuya’s medium of choice is aluminum foil, which he cuts, shreds, and folds into astounding representations of medieval battles, mythical creatures, and undead warriors. Taking advantage of the foil’s malleability and reflective surface, the armor and weaponry look deadly; conversely, it also has been manipulated to convey the softness of feathers and hair. Mitsuya has brought to life an everyday, ordinary material that is often viewed as trash. In some of his installations, he has created epic battle scenes in ordinary rooms, so lifelike that you can almost hear the crash of miniature weapons. The foil, while appearing deceivingly formidable, represents the fragility of life.

Here are some of Mitsuya’s amazing creations! Visit his website for more of these!

(Image Credit: Toshihiko Mitsuya/ Beautiful Decay)


Obese Cops in Thailand Sent to a Belly-Adjustment Camp

A policeman said that overweight cops will be forced to shake off their excess fat made of durian and bubble tea. These fatty cops will be sent to a special belly-adjustment camp and will be participating in the “Belly Destruction Program.”

From Khaosod English:

“There are so many problems if you’re a fat cop. You work slow and move slow as you go tumbling about. That’s unacceptable if you’re an officer tasked with arresting criminals, since you have to be deft and go quickly,” said Senior Sgt. Maj. Sornpetch Chantarak, a dietary enforcer in the new program.
...
Police stations nationwide will nominate two to three of their fattest cops to participate in the program at a time.

Most fat policemen, according to the Senior Sergeant, are assigned to doing paperwork — in charge of filing records. Sornpetch also states that these cops do not exercise and eat too much.

(Image Credit: Love Police / Facebook / Khaosod English)


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