Vlad Diaconu 
Within the annals of history, lie narratives veiled in secrecy, casting a prolonged shadow on our grasp of bygone eras. The journey back in time takes us to Edgewood Arsenal, Chesapeake Bay, Maryland, circa 1952, when the enigmatic Project Penguin was in motion. This clandestine governmental initiative was the brainchild of Andrija Puharich, a medical … Read more
Opening Insights: Within the captivating realm of aerospace engineering, there exist moments that challenge the conventional understanding of history and technology. A notable instance transpired in April 2017 at the esteemed University of Irvine, where aerospace engineer Travis Taylor embarked on an intriguing endeavor. Embarking on an enthralling experiment, Taylor and his team acquired a … Read more
Back in 1859, biologist Charles Darwin introduced a revolutionary hypothesis regarding evolution in his renowned work, “The Origin of Species.” This notion posited that gradual modifications over generations, steered by natural selection, shaped the multitude of life forms on our planet. This idea was a paradigm shift that reverberated through the scientific community, forever altering … Read more
In the year 1922, amidst the vibrant streets of New York City, two daring sociologists from Columbia University, William Ogburn and Dorothy Thomas, embarked on a quest that would shake the very foundation of human creativity. Their insightful article, nestled within the esteemed “Academy of Political Science Journal,” posed a captivating query: “Is Invention Unavoidable?” … Read more
Throughout history, ancient civilizations have entranced us with their stories, giving us glimpses into a bygone era and igniting our creativity with tales of deities, champions, and beings that challenge our perception of the natural realm. A recent journey into these ancient legends leads us to ponder a fascinating query: Could the myths filled with … Read more
Deep within Cusco, Peru, where the Church of Santo Domingo now stands, once resided the esteemed Coricancha Temple of the Sun. This ancient temple, believed to precede the Incan civilization, underwent a remarkable transformation in the 15th century during the reign of Pachacuti. What triggered this metamorphosis was an unassuming mirror disc that came into … Read more
Amid the myriad historical puzzles and captivating mysteries, few narratives intrigue the mind as deeply as that of Atlantis. Dating back over two thousand years, the ancient philosopher Plato first narrated the tale of this mythical island civilization in his dialogues, Timaeus and Critias. According to Plato’s accounts, Atlantis thrived as a society ruled by … Read more
Commencement Immersed in the past, a mesmerizing tale unfolds, transcending dimensions and echoing whispers of extraordinary advancements and possible extraterrestrial influence. Found in Hindu and Buddhist Sanskrit scriptures, the narrative unravels the enigmatic flying machines termed Vimanas, showing elements of contemporary stealth aircraft blended with iconic flying saucers. These ancient texts provide a fascinating peek … Read more
Tucked away in the serene corridors of the National History Museum of Transylvania is a puzzling relic that has long been shielded from public scrutiny. Known as the Wedge of Aiud, this wedge-shaped artifact has kindled the interest of ancient astronaut theorists Giorgio Tsoukalos and Eric von Daniken, embarking them on a remarkable quest to … Read more
Delving into the depths of the Mediterranean Sea in 2000, a team of divers set off on a quest near Alexandria, off the coast of Egypt. Little did they realize that they were on the brink of a discovery long confined to the realms of myth and legend. The finding of Heracleion, also known as … Read more