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How Come That Oceans Meet But Do Not Mix?

3D Render of a Topographic Map of the Strait Of Gibraltar, between Morocco and Spain.

Sometimes, mother nature just fascinates us. Water is, of course, a simple source of life. Yet, oceans are some of the most undiscovered part of the world. if you ever had the chance to see two oceans meet, then you must’ve asked this question: Why do oceans meet but not mix? Here is a simple answer to you, based on what scientific research says.

This Strange Phenomenon Is Scientifically Explained

Long story short: It’s all about the water density. In fact, when two oceans meet but do not mix, it’s mostly because of the difference of water. According to professor Ken Bruland, ‘‘ the difference in water density, temperature and salinity of the glacial melt water and off shore waters, making it difficult to mix. Moreover, he organized a study cruise in the gulf of Alaska with his University of California-Santa Cruz students to analyze this strange phenomenon.

The Atlantic Meeting The Pacific

During the cruise, and as the photo displays, the Atlantic and Pacific oceans do meet, but do not mix naturally. The melted glacier which is heavy in the zone, carries with it heavy clay and sediment, which eventually becomes iron. Once the oceans meet, the density is so different that causes them to stay separated.

Furthermore, this natural phenomenon occurs in all meeting points between oceans, regardless of the nature of their waters.

Mediterranean Sea And The Atlantic Ocean

That being said, the strait of gibraltar also witnesses a crossing point. in fact, connecting not only two ”oceans”, but also two continents. The passage from Europe to Africa and vice-versa, has a specific area where you can see the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic meeting, but each conserves its side.

However, when seen from space, it seems that the two do mix. According to Live Science, this occurs mainly as ‘‘two currents are formed in the strait. An upper layer of Atlantic water flows eastward into the sea over a lower layer of saltier and heavier Mediterranean water flowing westward into the ocean, known as the Mediterranean Outflow water.”

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7 Shocking Facts You Didn’t Know About Britney’s Collapse

Britney Spears made literally every headline following her ”meltdown” in 2009. However, new shocking details were released recently about the case, that we didn’t know before. In fact, after these new facts, Britney Spears has been gaining the support of millions of fans, who started movement for her called #FreeBritney. So, what happened to Britney? Was she played by the industry, her family or her mental problems? Here are 7 shocking facts you probably didn’t know about Britney’s collapse.

Britney Has Always Been Treated Like An Object

When the singer started her career, she began on Broadway at just 4 years old. Working with The Mickey Mouse club, they forced her to retain her voice, seeing large benefits from a ”unique” vocal capabilities. Furthermore, she lived her entire life singing with a voice she didn’t like, which is why she is known to lip-sync often.

Her Music Videos Were A Big Cry For Help

That being said, if you go back to her old music videos, you can clearly see that she wasn’t happy, and needed help. Songs like Overprotected, Circus, Piece of Me, all portrayed Britney as an object in the show industry, and underlined some serious mental disorders. PS: She even ”drowned herself’‘ in her tub in Everytime’s video, which she actually tried to do during her 2009 mental breakdown.

In 2009, She Was The Most Chased Artists By Paparazzis

There is no doubt that 2009 was the darkest year in Britney Spears’ life. Following her nasty divorce with Kevin Federline, he petitioned full custody of their two kids, claiming that she was mentally unstable. Of course, everyone remember her shaved head images, driving while son on lap and such. For that reason, she was chased down by paparazzi everywhere. Her home, her studio, restaurants and anywhere she basically goes. Literally, all eyes were on her.

Her Team Secretly Took Bribes From Tabloids

Not only that, but recent reports claimed that her management team at the time, infiltrated private information and photos to tabloids. In fact, they used to make big money, while Britney’s collapse was only getting more severe.

Her Father Holds Permanent Conservatorship

Following Britney’s collapse, Jamie Spears petitioned a court order to have conservatorship. This means that he would be in charge of everything related to her business, kids, and life, under the excuse that she had dementia. Either way, a permanent conservatorship is granted to people who have absolutely no control, and can not take care of themselves. Her hospitalization was a key point for her father to convince the court.

Now, Britney Only Holds 30% Of Custody On Her Children

However, Britney managed to get back on her feet. Releasing hit-albums, collaborations, world tours and she even appeared on TV shows. Her album Circus which was released soon after leaving the hospital, topped the charts, and made over 13 million dollars. So, was Britney really incapable of taking care of herself?

She Can Be Put In A Mental Facility If Her Dad Says So

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Eventually, tensions kept raising between Britney and her dad, especially after allegations that he hit her son. Unfortunately, with the conservatorship order, he has the right to put her in a mental facility. Even more, the 38 years old star needs to get his permission to do all of the following: Travel, Have children, Vote, get married, leave her home, spend money, buy estate and many more basic things. The fans were quick to react after this shocking information, and started a movement to ”liberate her.” She later published a picture on Instagram, and ”indirectly” thanked everyone who is involved in the movement.

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Would You Dare Get On These Crazy Roller Coasters?

We all have one crazy thing we want to do. (Well, maybe more than one.) For some, it’s bungee-jumping, or scuba diving. Yet, one of the craziest, most euphoric sensations can come from simpler things, like roller coasters. Amusement parks is a growing business, and they introduce new rides every time. Without doubt, these 5 roller coasters are insanely terrifying. You think that you would dare to get on one of them?

Kingda Ka

This giant roller coaster is ”one of only two Strata roller coasters.” This means that it allows a whole other level of insanity, dropping from above 400feet. The Kingda Ka is located in Six flags park in New Jersey, one of the biggest roller coaster parks in the world. In addition, this roller coaster has the longest initial drop, which along side with its many twists, make a ride in it a life-time experience.

Sky Scream

Literally as scary as it sounds! the Sky Scream is one of the prominent roller coaster rides in Europe. Hosted by the Holiday Park, which started operating in 2014 in Germany. Although it’s relatively a short ride compared to other roller coasters, the Sky Scream triggers a mix of sensations in just a few minutes. It has vertical twists going up, vertical twists going straight down, you have loops and 360-degree horizontal twists. Basically, everything you need for a quick endorphins rush.

Formula Rossa

Ferrari World in the UAE presents you with the fastest roller coaster in the world. Actually, it aims at recreating the speed sensation of Formula 1 races. So, if you would dare to get on this crazy ride, then you must expect a speed that can hit 149 mph. In addition, if you are not into that dizzy sensation of twists and loops, you’ll like this one. PS: On this ride, you only have a ap-restraint keeping you in. So, would you do it?

 El Toro

If watching the video almost made your heart drop, then imagine being on this crazy ride. The Bull or El Toro, is the second-fastest wooden rollercoaster in the world, and you can find it at Six Flags Amusement Park. Even more, one of a few wooden rides with loops and drops. Expect it to go as fast as 70 mph, and feel as bouncy and terrified as you’ve ever felt in your life.

Banshee

Finally, the Banshee is definitely the craziest ride at Ohio’s Kings Island. Not only for the speed factor, but also because it’s the world’s longest inverted roller coaster. Yes, it’s quite terrifying, especially when you are hanging from the track with your feet in the air. It’s over 4000 feet long, and has 7 inversions, and all of that with your legs swinging free…Let that sink in for a minute!

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Why Do People Twitch In Their Sleep?

Have you ever dreamt that you were falling in your sleep and your entire body shook? Yes, you probably did. Actually, what many people don’t know, is that it’s a normal condition called twitching or hypnic jerks. According to science, over 60% of people twitch when they are falling asleep. They explain that it’s common, yet could be the result of several factors. So, why do people twitch in their sleep? Let’s find out.

What Happens To Your Body When You Are Falling Asleep?

This natural phenomenon is explained through science by being an unconscious response to reality. In fact, it usually occurs between wakefulness and sleep, that’s why it’s called Hypnagogic jerks, in reference to hypnagogic state. Moreover, in most cases, twitching goes unremembered especially if it doesn’t wake you up. However, why do we feel it? Well, several theories explain that the muscle spasms can happen naturally, or can be ”induced by sound, light or other external stimuli”.

Twitching Could Mean Several Things

Furthermore, twitching can be just a response from your nerves when you transition to deep sleep state. However, it can also be related to factors such as anxiety, fatigue, depression or even sleep deprivation. So, according to experts, if you frequently experience hypnic jerks, you may need to pay attention to what you could change about your daily habits.

So, Is It Dangerous?

The big question remains: Is twitching a dangerous thing? Well, usually there is nothing to worry about besides discomfort. However, if you witness that it happens very often, you should consider reducing your physical activity. Research showed that people who changed their physical activity, experienced less hyping jerks. Despite what people say about the possibility of dying due to twitching, it is highly unlikely that you do actually ”die from the fall”, since your muscles’ reflex is faster when your are reaching the deep sleep phase.

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Why Do People Say That 5G Is Bad For You?

you must have heard people say that 5G is bad for you, at least a few times. Especially that many conspiracy theories regarding Covid-19, contributed in spreading the idea. Furthermore, there exists many more theories about why 5G will be the end of ”human life” and privacy as we know them today. In fact, some researchers argue that 5G will allow replacing humans with robots, who will be connected to a network, aiming to monitor people up close. However, in the absence of solid scientific confirmation, let’s see what the big fuss about 5G is really about.

What Does 5G Do Exactly?

First of all, if you are not familiar with this term, you probably won’t pay much attention to what people say about it. However, we can all agree that this ”general knowledge” could be crucial in the future.

5G is the fifth generation of wireless communication technologies and devices, the Internet that uses devices such as your mobile phone to allow connection to the network anywhere. Therefore, you do not have to think of this term as something new, as it is still a development or evolution of the current 4G / LTE. In addition, you can connect all your devices to the same network. (This includes cameras, security alarms, electronic cars, home electronics…etc.)

Is It Partially Responsible For The Spread Of Coronavirus?

Several allegations connected 5G to being the main cause of the Coronavirus crisis. A doctor named Thomas Cowan explained at a conference, that the COVID-19 pandemic is caused by 5G. He even suggested that every major epidemic in history had been caused by a “quantum” leap in the electrification of Earth. In fact, he disclosed that governments aim at planting microchips through vaccines, in order to have a wider control and surveillance over the population. However, both the World Health organization and scientists in the field denied the theory, and assured that the novel Coronavirus is a 100% natural virus.

So, Why Do People Say It’s Bad For You?

Despite having no research-backed up grounds, many people say that 5G is bad for you. Although having sufficient connection to connect all your devices in one network sounds amazing, it’s not all sunshine and rainbows. In fact, this much power and connectivity can affect the course of natural resources. Yet, one of the main concerns about 5G, is the fact that connecting everything through one network, is an absurd invasion of privacy. Basically, you are giving effortless access to hackers and secret services, and they will be able to gather everything about you in the matter of seconds. So, in conclusion, 5G may not have proven side-effects on your health yet, but it can be harmful to you on the long-term.

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Tips To Take Care Of Your Back While Remote Working

Working from home is cool and all until your back starts to hurt. How can it not? You spend the whole day sitting on a chair (bed, couch…), in the same position all day. Yes, remote working is one of the most adopted safety measures from Covid-19. In fact, many companies are implementing ”work from home” until further notice. Although most governmental restrictions are being elevated, remote working proved to be a great solution to many businesses. However, you must take additional care of your back while doing so. These are few tips we have prepared to help you!

Sit Straight

Don’t sit on your couch when you have to work, and definitely not on your bed. The most important part is to get used to sitting straight. Fetch a desk, a chair and you can even use your dinner table. But the truth about back pain, is that accumulating bad postures can only make it worse on the long term.

Adjust Screen Height

Although it sounds like a given, adjusting screen hight properly is key. Actually, you shouldn’t be slouching to read the screen. Furthermore, putting too much pressure on both your lower and upper back leads to tremendous damage. So, before you start your work day, remember to have your screen at your chest height. If you use a laptop, then make sure to put it on a surface that coincides with the recommend height measures, in order to take care of your back while remote working.

Stretch

even if you have a lot of work to do, always take breaks to stretch. According to Harvard Health research, stretching makes muscles flexible, strong, and healthy. Of course, if you will be seated 8 hours everyday and 5 days a week, go ahead and do the math. Every 2-3 hours, try to stretch for 5 minutes before returning to your ”work posture”. Remember, sit straight!

Protect Your Shoulders and Wrists

Protecting your shoulders is essential to take care of your back while remote working. How can you do that? Well, take your mouse home. Also, adapt your keyboard position so you don’t have to bend overtime you need to type. In addition, if start feeling soreness in your wrists from typing, do some ”wrist movements” to release the tension.

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