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The Whale and the AntibodyDecember 31, 2004 – Evolutionary biologists face a challenge that’s a lot like a challenge of studying ancient human history: to retrieve vanished connections. The people who live in remote Polynesia presumably didn’t sprout from the island soil like trees–they must have come from somewhere. Tracing their connection to ancestors elsewhere hasn’t been easy, in part because the islands […]
40th Anniversary of Moonwalk: Interview with Buzz AldrinJuly 20, 2009 – Text by Ryan Bradley, Photograph courtesy of NASA It’s been 40 years since Edwin “Buzz” Aldrin Jr. became the second human in history to set foot on the moon. Though he retired from NASA not long after the Apollo 11 mission, he’s still awfully vocal about how important space remains, and why we need to…
News: Hikers, Racers Mount New Searches For Steve FossettJuly 15, 2008 – Text by Contributing Editor James Vlahos Last fall’s disappearance of Steve Fossett—one of the 21st century’s most celebrated aviators, the first person to fly around the world alone and nonstop by both hot air balloon and plane—prompted one of the most extensive search and rescue efforts in U.S. history. But neither Fossett nor his presumedly…
Headliners: Adventure in 60 SecondsFebruary 02, 2009 – Text by Keith Rutowski Found: History, Bones, TreasureThe Florida-based treasure-hunting firm Odyssey Marine Exploration Inc. announced their discovery of Admiral John Balchin's legendary warship, the HMS Victory, in the frigid waters of the English Channel. Lost 265 years ago during a fierce gale, the wreck contains a pirate's delight of gold coins, possibly valued at over $1…
Adventure in 60 SecondsFebruary 28, 2009 – Text by Keith Rutowski and Tetsuhiko EndoSherpa Sets Record Lapka Rita Sherpa skipped his way up 19,340-foot Mt. Kilimanjaro to become the first Sherpa in history to climb all of the Seven Summits reports pitchengine.com. The 45-year-old has climbed Everest 11 times and Aconcagua 22 times. Eco-Warrior of the Week: Goldman Sachs Say you are…
Where Is Your I?October 25, 2005 – Back in the 1600s, when neurology was born, it wasn’t scientists who were looking at brains. The word scientist didn’t exist. Instead, those visionary folks would have called themselves natural philosophers. As I researched this chapter of scientific history for my book Soul Made Flesh, I was struck by the way philosophers–and philosophical questions–are now […]
Earthquake Damages Italian Historical SitesApril 06, 2009 – var iamInit = function() {try{initIamServingHandler(234,156,824273,”http://cdn.pis.picapp.com/IamProd/Resources/Css/css2.css”)}catch(ex){}}() The earthquake that hit L’Aquila, Italy has inflicted devastating damage to multiple sites of the city’s artistic history. L’Aquila, the medieval capital of the Abruzzo region just northeast of Rome, was at the epicenter of the 6.3 magnitude earthquake early Monday morning. The death toll has reached over 90, and…
Free Things to Do in BostonOctober 20, 2010 – As any Red Sox fan knows, Boston is a baseball town. But it's more than that. As a hub for revolutionary thinking during the colonial period, Boston has a rich history that is easily accessible without having to purchase any museum tickets. The city offers contemporary cost free attractions as well, such as outdoor concerts, which can be enjoyed in numerous public parks. Many of the area's distinguished institutions can be free as well, if you plan your visit with these deals in mind. Whatever type of diversion you're seeking, chances are, you can find it for free in Boston.
Free Things to Do in San DiegoOctober 20, 2010 – Just 17 miles north of the Mexican/U.S. border lies the waterfront city of San Diego. People come from all over the world to visit famous Balboa Park and to enjoy Southern California's world-renowned beaches. Recently rated as the fifth wealthiest city in the U.S. by Forbes magazine, it seems San Diego would leave your wallet empty. However, with all its rich history and excellent weather, San Diego is full of activities that require no cash. Here's a list of free attractions and events to get you started.
