Category Archives: Interesting Links

5 Interesting Links for 02-05-2021

Posted on February 5, 2021 by Margaret McGaffey Fisk

Note: Videos may auto start with sound so be prepared. Measurement (History) The Akan used culturally significant statues to weigh gold dust currency from the 15th to 19th Century CE. This is a fascinating way of passing cultural knowledge through … Continue reading →

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5 Interesting Links for 01-29-2021

Posted on January 29, 2021 by Margaret McGaffey Fisk

Note: Videos may auto start with sound so be prepared. Flash (Fiction) I enjoyed the meta aspects of this story and thought you would, too. It’s quick, but there’s more said under than over. https://dailysciencefiction.com/science-fiction/aliens/templeton-moss/meet-cute_Science_Fiction Tips (Health) Some basic health … Continue reading →

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5 Interesting Links for 01-22-2021

Posted on January 22, 2021 by Margaret McGaffey Fisk

Note: Videos may auto start with sound so be prepared. Innovation (Anthropology) New genetic techniques reveal a civilization thought lost in the Indus Valley region, the Harappans, lives on in the modern inhabitants. (Via David Bridger) https://www.sciencemag.org/news/2019/09/genome-nearly-5000-year-old-woman-links-modern-indians-ancient-civilization Librarians (Interesting People) … Continue reading →

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Things That Make Me Smile No. 239: Music and Science

Posted on January 19, 2021 by Margaret McGaffey Fisk

Music is clearly one of my interests considering how many smiles involve it and the strange instruments people use. This time, however, music links with another interest of mine: science. I’m including two videos with this post to reflect both … Continue reading →

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5 Interesting Links for 01-15-2021

Posted on January 15, 2021 by Margaret McGaffey Fisk

Note: Videos may auto start with sound so be prepared. Diplomacy (Anthropology) The anthology containing my story A Magical Brew was inspired by the influence of beer on civilization. When I saw this article, I couldn’t pass up the chance … Continue reading →

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