Author Archives: John Pullen

Ice Ages have played their part in the history of the Earth for billions of years. It is estimated that there have been at least 50 ice ages in the last 3 billion years. We know this is probably correct through the evidence collected from geological sources. With all the news about climate change andContinue reading “What Causes Ice Ages?”

It used to be thought that if you did not dress accordingly before going out into cold weather, then it was likely you might be told, “If you go out like that, you’ll catch your death.” People automatically connected getting a cold or a similar virus from exposure to cold weather conditions. Then there wasContinue reading “Can You Catch a Cold from the Cold?”

Lots of us may have seen the Jurassic Park series of movies. If you haven’t, then they are about a wildlife park with a difference. All the animals have been brought back from extinction. The only problem for the visitors and to make the movie exciting is that all the creatures are recreated dinosaurs. YouContinue reading “Back from Extinction”

One of the greatest philosophical as well as practical questions of our time is. “Are we alone in the Universe?” I think there are countless lifeforms in our Milky Way galaxy as well as in the billions of other galaxies. Whether, at any particular time, how many would be at least as intelligent as usContinue reading “WOW! Is it Aliens?”

It is often said that there is a very thin line between genius and madness. Before you ask, I will volunteer to be on the latter! But, there can be few who believe that their creative work would bring an end to the world. However, that is the case with the Russian music composer, AlexanderContinue reading “Music to End the World”