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Troy Oakes
Troy Oakes
Troy was born and raised in Australia and has always wanted to know why and how things work, which led him to his love for science. He is a professional photographer and enjoys taking pictures of Australia's beautiful landscapes. He is also a professional storm chaser where he currently lives in Hervey Bay, Australia.
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Space
Betelgeuse Is Continuing to Behave Mysteriously: What Would Happen if It Exploded?
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesThe bright, red star Betelgeuse in the constellation Orion has shown some unexpected behavior. In late 2019 and …
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HealthFeatured
‘Help, My Kids Keep Getting Head Lice!’ Here’s How to Break the Cycle of Nits
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesWrangling head lice, and the children they infest, must be up there with the most challenging duties a …
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Archaeology
Meet the Biggest and Most Bizarre Skink Ever Found in Australia. It Became Extinct 47,000 Years Ago
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesMany of the giant marsupials and birds that roamed ancient Australia vanished 40,000 years ago. While the duration …
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Technology
What is a ‘Toroidal Propeller’ and Could it Change the Future of Drones? An Expert Explains
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesThe basic configuration of traditional propellers has not fundamentally changed since the first powered flight by the Wright …
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Space
Astronomers Have Found Life-Supporting Molecules Called Phosphates on Enceladus
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesThe search for habitable conditions beyond Earth has just become more interesting with the discovery on Saturn’s moon …
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Health
Australia Should Follow Ireland’s Lead and Add Stronger Health Warning Labels to Alcohol
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesFrom August 2023, Australian beer, wine, spirits, and pre-mixed drinks have to warn of the harms of drinking …
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Rice is a staple food for billions of people in Asia and Africa. It’s also a versatile ingredient …
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Archaeology
Major New Research Claims Smaller-Brained Homo Naledi Made Rock Art and Buried Their Dead, but the Evidence Is Lacking
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesOn September 13, 2013, speleologists Rick Hunter and Steven Tucker descended deep into South Africa’s Rising Star Cave …
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Archaeology
Giant Tree-Kangaroos Once Lived in Unexpected Places All Over Australia, According to Major New Analysis
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesKangaroos are an enduring symbol of Australia’s uniqueness. To move, they do what no other large mammals do: …