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A blog sharing some fascinating and possibly lesser-known facts and details, many of which highlight and glorify our Creator, Jehovah God.

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Why Didn’t Noah Kill Those Two Mosquitoes?

Why Didn’t Noah Kill Those Two Mosquitoes?   In today’s Glimpses of Wonder, we explore a question that blends humor with profound insight: Why didn’t Noah kill those two mosquitoes? Picture Noah, after decades of labor constructing the ark and gathering the animals, finally seeking rest. Yet, amid the calm, the familiar high-pitched buzz of mosquitoes fills the air. Surely, swatting them would have been tempting! But Noah’s actions reflect something far deeper: obedience to Jehovah’s i

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Rubha an Dùnain: Scotland’s Hidden Maritime Treasure

One of Scotland’s lesser-known historical marvels is Rubha an Dùnain (ROO-ah an DOON-un), an uninhabited peninsula on the Isle of Skye. This remote area holds archaeological treasures that span from the Mesolithic era to the Viking Age, offering a unique glimpse into Scotland’s ancient maritime heritage.   Geographical Setting   Rubha an Dùnain is situated south of the Cuillin hills on Skye, rising over 30 meters (98 feet) above sea level. The peninsula features Loch na h-Àir

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The Great Molasses Flood: A Sticky Chapter in Boston’s History

On January 15, 1919, Boston’s North End awoke to an unseasonably warm winter day, with temperatures climbing to 46°F (8°C) after a stretch of frigid weather. The world was still grappling with the aftermath of World War I, and Boston itself seemed calm on the surface. However, beneath the tranquility of this seemingly ordinary day, a disaster was brewing that would change the neighborhood forever.   At approximately 12:30 p.m., a massive steel storage tank holding 2.3 million gallons o

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The Speech That Never Was: Nixon’s Contingency Plan for a Moon Disaster

In 1969, as NASA prepared for the historic Apollo 11 mission, the White House took precautions against potential disaster. Speechwriter William Safire drafted a contingency speech titled “In Event of Moon Disaster,” intended for President Richard Nixon to deliver if astronauts Neil Armstrong and Edwin “Buzz” Aldrin were stranded on the lunar surface. The speech honored the astronauts’ bravery and acknowledged their potential sacrifice in advancing humanity’s quest for knowledge.   Safi

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