Age of the Wise Men: What Distinguishes Homo Sapiens from Apes?

Homo sapiens  represents the last of a long line of hominins that once consisted of five different species spanning four continents. Today, we…

Russia’s Su-35 vs. America’s Stealth F-35: Who Wins in a Fight?

Key point:  Russia's Su-35 is a pretty good plane and would fight well. Russia’s Su-35 fighter certainly has western defense outlets buzzing--and for…

Lockheed AC-130U Spooky II Shows Off Its Power

As the Vietnam War came to an end, the dating Douglas AC-47 Spooky gunship needed an upgrade. The U.S. Air Force selected the C-130…

Why is the F-35 called “fat Amy”?

The F-35, known as the F-35 Lighting II, is the most advanced fighter aircraft in the United States’ arsenal. It’s often referred to…

What is the Difference in The B-1 and B-2 Bombers?

The B1 and B2 bombers are both important current military aircraft, but there are some distinct differences between them. Comparing the two reveals…

Why is The F-22 Called “Raptor”?

The F-22 Raptor, built by Lockheed Martin and Boeing, is one of the most advanced and sophisticated fighter jets in the world. It…

Why is The Boeing F/A-18E/F Called “Super Hornet”?

The F/A-18 Super Hornet is one of the most advanced modern fighter jets in the world. This question arises then as to why…

Chupacabra: Legend of a Blood-Sucking Cryptid in Latin America

The Chupacabra is a legendary cryptid often associated with Mexico, and well-known across Latin America. One of the locations the Chupacabra has made…

Do Celebrities Always Die In Threes? – Ripley’s Believe It or Not!

It’s one of the oldest superstitions in pop culture. The notion that movie stars and celebs always give up the ghost in groups…

The legend of the Catman of Greenock?

The legend of a man with skin as black as coal and who eats rats with his bare hands has been used to…

The “Spanish Lisp” – where did it come from?

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Boeing F-15SE Silent Eagle

F-15SE Silent Eagle is an upgraded version of the F-15 Strike Eagle. Image courtesy of Boeing. The F-15SE flight demonstrator aircraft, F-15E1 completed…