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For many people, history is just a boring subject. However, it can be really interesting if you find unusual ways to study it. Here are 22 amazing rare historical photos that will leave you speechless. You won't find them in textbooks or easily available, but they are definitely worth seeing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Imagine: you're flying! But wait, where's the plane? A wingsuit? Parachute? Anything! Uh-oh, looks like you're 6 miles high and free-falling! So, is this it or is there a way to hack yourself out of this dire situation? A person's chances of survival when falling from a height of 35,000 feet (10,000 m) are slim. Anyway, despite this poor outlook, you still have a glimmer of hope! You'll be surprised to know that if you were to stumble from the top of a tall building, you'd be in a much worse situation! Actually, there is a book that lists over 200 cases of people falling from a plane without a parachute and living to tell the tale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Could the dinosaurs ever come back? The idea that people could bring dinosaurs back someday is both exciting and scary. But it's no joke. Your childhood dream of a real-life Jurassic Park could actually come true in 30 years! And, yes, scientists were initially inspired by the famous movie. They wanted to find a mosquito stuck in amber and extract dinosaur DNA from it. But real-world scientists came across a big problem: the oldest DNA sample they were able to get was only 1 million years old. “Only” because all the dinosaurs went extinct some 65 million years ago! So instead of looking for dinosaur DNA hanging out in the belly of an ancient mosquito, they decided to take DNA from the closest descendants of these reptilian giants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever heard a story and thought, “No way is that actually possible!” Well, some people have lived through the most impossible and extreme situations that it's kinda hard to wrap your head around it! Take, for instance, the story of Jean Hilliard. This 19-year-old woman was found frozen solid, and (get this) she managed to survive! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get ready to see some white lights joining the red, yellow, and green party on the traffic lights! It would signal to drivers of autonomous vehicles (AVs). The white light should help them manage the upcoming intersection of traffic flow intelligently. The thinking is that both traffic congestion levels and overall fuel consumption could be reduced. The cars and trucks that are driving themselves won't need to 'look' at the white traffic light, because they'll be communicating with it wirelessly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Each couple has their own life and love story, before and after marriage. Nevertheless, here's what we at Bright Side think is a list of typical everyday situations that you and your partner might find familiar! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is it bad for you to stay in swimming pool water for too long? Imagine being stuck in a public pool, unable to get out of the water. “Eh, no biggie,” you say? Well, you might have a change of heart after watching this video! You might have noticed how, after a good long bath, some of your old skin peels away. If that happens after just an hour or so, what will come of being in the water for a much longer time? After a day or two in the water, your skin will start to form vesicles that will erupt eventually, and your epidermis will literally start to peel away. Definitely doesn't sound like a good place to be in, right? And believe it or not, it gets worse! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Long-haul flights. You know, those marathon adventures that fly you half-way around the world, are terrifyingly boring, and tire you to no end. But nowadays, long-distance travel is nothing like it was years ago! And the experience of flying 20 hours straight might turn out to be much more enjoyable than you expected! Let's say you need to get from Singapore to New York, which usually takes about 19 hours. Chances are, you'll travel the distance of almost 10,000 miles on a plane that has been designed specifically for flying super-long routes. Travelers have more space between armrests, more head and shoulder room, as well as more legroom. On top of that, the air circulation and lighting in the cabin are adjusted in a way that's supposed to help passengers deal with jet lag more easily! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some people consider the rules of etiquette to be outdated and old-fashioned. However, good manners never go out of style. If you want to be taken seriously, you should know there are things that can ruin your image of a true lady. We at Bright Side have come up with a list of typical etiquette mistakes a lady would never make. Keep them in mind, and you'll always make a great first impression. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The skill of a magician lies in their ability to keep you frozen in anticipation of their next unbelievable trick. It often seems that magicians are capable of doing things which defy all known laws of the universe. Do you know how to bend a spoon? Or how to fly without wings? Let's have a look at the most famous tricks that have amazed people over the years from a new, scientific angle. They are not all that they seem. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What's so special about Japan? Anyone who visits Japan will be amazed by something, like robots working as hotel staff or vending machines on every corner! We've collected 20 outstanding innovations proving that Japan must be living in 3018! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever wondered if there are things an airplane simply can't or won't do? It turns out that airplanes have strict rules regarding their pathways in the sky – for safety reasons, and for the sake of staying friendly with continental neighbors. Some of the places they're not allowed to fly over might surprise you! For example, planes won't fly directly over the Earth's poles and over the Pacific Ocean. You can't see planes over Tibet and over the City of Mecca. The airspace over Walt Disney World and Disneyland is also a no-fly zone. The same applies to Area 51 but we don't know why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your feet can say a lot about you and your true character than you think. Bright Side invites you to take a look at these illustrations proving that. We all have different feet and toes, but we hardly think what it might mean and how it connects to our personalities. However, it does! You might be very surprised to learn that your feet can say far more about you than you think. Take a closer look at the shape of your feet to learn something surprising about yourself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Imagine you're going on a hike with a few of your friends to the Grand Canyon. You've planned to spend the night, camp like boy scouts, and most importantly, have fun. As you're on the trail towards your destination, your fastest buddy is a few hundred feet ahead. Suddenly, you see him tripping, and just as he's about to hit the ground, he vanishes into thin air, right in front of your eyes. What would you do? Would you trust your eyes, or think of it as a hallucination? That's exactly what happened to James Burne Worson 126 years ago. He simply vanished. Nobody could explain this incident using logic. His friends were in utter shock... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to strengthen the connection between your partner and you? What is vital for a happy relationship of a couple? Here's a list of 11 simple but very effective recommendations from well-known psychologists. They speak about how to behave toward your partner before calling it a night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When was the last time you felt terrified? Maybe you were walking in the dark and heard a strange noise right behind you. We all fear something. Our hearts start beating like crazy, we sweat and tremble, run out of breath and sometimes even have a full-blown panic attack. Hit “thumbs up” if you are afraid of something. It is okay to admit it. Here's a list of 25 bizarre and unique phobias you won't believe exist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You've probably heard scary stories about the lives of the 25 million people in the reclusive and isolated nation of North Korea. If things are so rough for ordinary people, imagine how hard it must be for those serving in the military! Let's see what it's like to be a soldier in the North Korean army. Terrible nutrition, uniforms that injure soldiers, no way to escape and even worse conditions for women who suffer emotionally and physically - things get really tough and even more horrible you could imagine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

So you're at home, enjoying your evening tea under a warm blanket, when all of a sudden you see a huge — no, enormous! — mosquito. Its long and gangling legs have a span of your palm, and it clumsily bumps into all the obstacles it meets. Despite its awkward appearance, it's still terrifying! What if it carries malaria? Slowly, not to draw the monster's attention to yourself, you get out from your soft chair and run for it into the bathroom, lock yourself in there, and open the browser on your phone. While googling, you get engrossed with reading up on some other weird and crazy bugs. For example, here's the human-faced stinkbug. No, they don't really stink, at least for humans. Here's a titan beetle next! It's the largest beetle in the whole world: it can grow as long as your entire palm, complete with fingers! Here's an Atlas moth that looks like they have three heads, two of which are serpent's. They're sometimes called cobra moths. There are 10 quintillion insects on Earth at all times and the critters on this list can fight to be named the “Strangest Bug Ever”. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Not many survival stories can rival the miracle that happened to Marine Lt. Col. William Henry Rankin in 1959. See for yourself: one bad day, this man nearly drowned -- falling from the sky! Um, are you saying that it sounds too paradoxical to be true? So, it was a high-altitude flight, and Rankin, together with his wingman were flying at the height of more than 47,000 ft. The only thing that could cause some trouble was a storm that was raging far beneath the planes, but now, it didn't present any threat. However, the pilots were supposed to pass through this storm on their way to the Marine air base in Beaufort, South Carolina... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to know if your house is being watched by burglars? Many people protect their homes. Some choose alarms; others rely on strong doors with complex locks. Some go even further by installing security cameras, LED lights, smart locks, and high-tech security gadgets. But even the most observant people don't always notice that robbers have already started to watch their home and are waiting for the right moment to make a move. Pay attention to details that can be connected with theft, even if they seem trivial at first sight. In today's video, we've prepared a list of signs that should help you stay alert. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sea travel is safer today than at any point in history. But still, how worried should we be? Could a Titanic-like disaster happen today? Before we can answer our main question, we need to know what led to the sinking of the Titanic becoming one of the worst maritime disasters in history. Everyone knows the basic story: the ship hit an iceberg and there weren't enough lifeboats. The first big issue contributing to the ship's demise had to do with the culture of early twentieth-century ocean liners. The captains of these ships were under constant pressure to keep a tight schedule of arrivals and departures. Additionally, it was widely believed that icebergs didn't pose any significant danger to ships. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever wondered where our habits and vices come from? An Aries can be pretty impatient, moody, and impulsive, Geminis are affectionate, adaptable, and quite curious about life and the world around them, Leos have natural charisma and charm instantly make them the life of the party anywhere they go! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever wondered why airplanes would not always fly in a straight line from one point to another? After all, they're in the air, what could possibly stop them? Well, there are plenty of reasons for that, and while some are common, others might be harder to explain. Did you know, for example, that planes can't fly over Paris? It seems surprising that the capital of France, despite having four airports within its city limits, has prohibited airspace but it's true! Moscow is another big city over which all flights were prohibited from the 1960s. However, in 2013, a new law was issued that finally allowed commercial airplanes to cross the sky over the Russian capital. Let's find out what the reasons are! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What could you buy with $1 around the world? We at Bright Side asked our friends what a dollar can buy them in their countries. Their answers might surprise you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some natural phenomena are fascinating and spooky at the same time! For example, hikers in California were surprised to witness giant shadow creatures in the mountains. What are those? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to Get the Most out of Your Flight. Maybe you love to travel by plane, or maybe just the idea makes you clench your teeth in terror, but we bet you didn't know all of this. It's time to ask the experts who fly all the time: flight attendants to reveal their secrets and tips on how to make your flight more comfortable and safe. Many of us consider ourselves experts at navigating departures, flights, and takeoffs almost as naturally as we get out of bed in the morning or take a walk around the block. But however experienced you are, learning some of these insights about airplanes can make your flights more pleasant. It might also make the experience better for the pilot and crew of flight attendants who have to do this all day, every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

And here we go again: the great game of optical illusions is about to begin. How well do you trust your mind? We can't even imagine how often our sight, hearing, or smell cheat us. Our past experiences, hidden desires, and influences are responsible for making optical illusions work. Our brain is always in search of patterns so don't trust your eyes. Sometimes we see what we want to see rather than reality. Today, we'll show you some optical illusions which can prove that things are not as simple as they seem. It's gonna be really cool because this is a 360-degree video! And if you're a Minecraft fan, you'll definitely like it! Strap in your seat belts and hold on to something — we're rolling! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever dreamed about living in a palace? Like Buckingham Palace, for example? Well, it's a nice place, so why not? This ostentatious home is pretty old and huge, but the location is close to schools and shopping! And besides that, it's got a lot of interesting secrets. When you learn about them you'll get a glimpse of what it's like to live there. Did you know, for example, that the Royal family can receive treatment without leaving the palace? Or that the River Tyburn flows under the south wing of the palace, revealing the fact that the building was set up on swampland? Or that the site where the royal residence is located now was once occupied by a monastery. And some believe that's the reason why the place is haunted by the ghost of a monk who used to live in that monastery... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How many layers does the Earth have? Have you ever wondered what lies beneath Earth's crust? Well, our planet is like an onion - with loads of different layers. The Earth's crust is like a hard-boiled egg's shell - thin and tough. It takes up less than 1% of the planet's size. At a depth of 3,300 ft, the pressure reaches 330 atmospheres. That's like four elephants piled up on your head or two pandas balanced on your thumbnail. About 6,500 ft below the surface, you still can meet some living creatures! Those are springtails - teeny eyeless insects that live in super-deep Krubera Cave. The deepest multicellular animal people know about lives at a depth of 11,800 ft in the TauTona mine in South Africa. This may sound strange, but a lot of interesting things happen underground. For example, 510 ft underground, you find the world's deepest hotel, and in 2020, the world's deepest concert took place at a depth of 6,200 ft! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to Raise Kids. Some parents can't stop worrying that they're gonna mess it up or that their kid's gonna have it tough. According to some statistics, though, most parents are confident in their skills. However, parents often teach their kids the wrong lessons that influence them in the worst way. We've checked with the best psychologists to come up with a list of 8 bad lessons a lot of parents unknowingly teach their kids. We've also provided some healthy alternatives that'll help you raise your kids to become strong, confident, and self-sufficient adults. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Almost all of us want to look younger than we are and live as long as possible. Your genetic inheritance gives you a head start, but your diet also plays a vital part in helping you increase your lifespan. Today, we're going to reveal the 10 anti-aging foods that make your skin look glowing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey, do you have any plans for your next vacation? How about seeing India? Hold on now! Just because it might feel like it's a world away (both figuratively and literally!), that doesn't mean it isn't a tourist-friendly country. And more importantly, a trip to India won't cost you nearly as much as you'd think! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“So many countries, so many customs.” Any jet-setter will agree this good old proverb is true. In the age of globalization, going places has become an essential part of our life. We're all well aware of the fact that while visiting a foreign country, we must obey certain local traditions and common rules. What would you do if you walked into a bathroom and instead of toilet paper, you found a bowl of water? And no instructions either! Or, what if warding off bad luck meant talking to birds at the park? Sure, these things may seem wacky to you, but they're pretty normal customs in other countries. And some actually sound pretty fun! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

India is undoubtedly one of the most interesting countries in the world. For outsiders, it's a country of mystery, with an exotic culture and tradition of ancient wisdom we never encounter at home. It strikes us with its contrasts. It's a place full of odd customs and curiosities. Bright Side gathered 12 amazing facts about this country of spices that will show India from a completely different side. I bet you never thought that India is the birthplace of all plastic surgery! Yup, among India's most sacred texts, there's one that baffles surgeons and medical experts to this day. It was written by the ancient Indian surgeon Sushruta somewhere between 1000 BCE and 500 BCE. The text describes tons of unbelievably complex surgical procedures! Can you imagine that? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our story begins in the Tasman Sea, the body of water between Australia and New Zealand. It's exactly here where the Lord Howe Island Group had been lying unperturbed until 1788. That year changed everything in the history of this lost place as British lieutenant Henry Lidgbird Ball discovered the central island of this group as he was on his way to nearby Norfolk Island. Having fulfilled his mission, Ball was heading home when he decided to claim a newly-uncovered territory for his country. At that time, nobody could've imagined the surprises this island would have in store for people decades later! After Ball's discovery, permanent settlements had already been established on the main island by 1834. Despite being just 6.2 miles long, Lord Howe Island represented (and still represents) an idyllic picture of a tropical paradise. As for the rest of the islands belonging to this group, they were mostly rocky volcanic landmasses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to prevent mosquito bites? In the summer, we all want to spend more time out in the fresh air, take walks in the park, and enjoy the greenery and flowers. But mosquitoes can ruin even the most wonderful vacations. Btw, research has proven that mosquitoes can rapidly learn and remember the smells of hosts, and that's what makes some people more preferable than others. Did you know, for example, that mosquitoes just hate the lavender smell? This is an herb that's super easy to get ahold of. You can also just set small bushels of lavender around your backyard living area. So if you taste especially sweet, here's the list of the recipes for natural fragrances that will scare the mosquitoes away, so you can enjoy the pleasures of summer. Try them instead of reaching for more chemical sprays! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What makes your body special? Well, everything! Every human body has features that're unique and sophisticated. Your body can even do tricks: about 1/3 of all people can raise one eyebrow! Very few people can manage to lick their elbows. What if you're among those who can do mirror writing with no effort? Take a look at this list of rare body tricks and maybe you'll recognize yourself in one of them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to Get Enough Sleep for Your Age. People usually think that 7–8 hours of sleep is enough, but that's not always the case. In fact, the number of hours you need to enjoy proper sleep depends and stay healthy depends on your age. Follow some simple rules to restore energy and get the most out of your recharge time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to Tell Similar-looking Animals from One Another. There are approximately 7.7 million species of animals on our planet. With such an abundance of life forms, it's not surprising that people tend to confuse certain animals. We'll teach you how to tell even the most similar looking animals from one another. You'll never make the old mistakes again and will be able to easily find the difference between crocodiles and alligators, llamas and alpacas, leopards and jaguars and many other creatures. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to know if your dog is happy? Did you know that dogs basically have all the same brain structures for producing emotions that we have? Japanese scientists from the Department of Animal Science and Biotechnology at Azabu University along with specialists from other Japanese universities conducted a study that showed how dogs develop strong emotional connections with humans by staring into their eyes! Dogs are pack animals by nature, which makes them seek closeness with their pack — and you are naturally one of them! Specialists believe that dogs lean and touch their owners for physical and emotional support, seeing them as someone who can protect and comfort them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Take a look at all the famous logos with the hidden messages that might surprise you. Every line and color in the logos of the world's most famous companies have a whole lot of meaning behind them. From hidden messages in Wendy's symbol to NBC's peacock secret – get ready to learn a bunch! For example, it's hard to believe, but Pepsi paid over a million dollars to create this special logo with its secret meanings. The new design hints at mysterious and secretive themes, such as the Earth's magnetic field, Feng shui, Pythagoras, geodynamics, the theory of relativity, and the golden ratio. The designer has explained that this logo also makes reference to Mona Lisa, the Parthenon, and even René Descartes. The red, white and blue colors have always represented the American flag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every country has its own laws, traditions, rules, and specific features that might seem strange and even shocking to the people of other cultures. For example, did you know that women in India can marry a tree? And it's not because they are crazy about nature. Or that in South Korea babies are considered to be one year old at birth? Or that Australia fines its citizens that don't show up to elections? Our world is amazing and unique and that's what Bright Side keeps reminding our readers. The following 16 facts confirm this statement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are lots of amazing outdoor swimming areas in the world. Some of them are safe and protected with lifeguards watching over you while you swim, bathe, dive off rocks, and play in the water. But some beaches are not just unsafe — they're outright dangerous! Here are 8 places where you should never attempt a swim if you treasure your health and life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There're so many facts in the world we assume to be common knowledge without even checking. However, they often turn out to be misconceptions. Bright Side has recalled and destroyed 30 myths about the world. One of them: dinosaurs actually looked nothing like they're portrayed in the movies, but rather like... turkeys. Watch this video to learn about how some of the most well-known “facts” are false. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Future passenger planes... What will they look like? What is the future of air travel? What new technologies can we expect to see? Well, the future of flying is gonna be amazing! Aircraft designers are currently working on creating much more comfortable conditions for all kinds of travelers and especially long-distance ones. A long flight may take over 10 or even 15 hours, and all this time all you do is try to position your legs so they don't become as stiff as tree trunks. And anticipating a jet lag while trying not to go insane from boredom. About time someone should do something about it! Good news: airlines are on it right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to spend less money on gas? How to drive a car easily and safely? There is a direct connection between mileage and the frequency of maintenance services. Here are 10 brilliant driving hacks and secrets that will help you save gas money and drive your car like a pro. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vacation are usually the best times in the life of every person we are looking forward to, especially if you're traveling with your significant other. We want them to be ideal but everything often doesn't go according to plan, oh those vacation problems. For example, we end up not visiting all the museums and cathedrals that are marked in our guidebook, we feel tired after the vacation, or we forget to put sunscreen on our skin and get sunburned. We at Bright Side think that minor trouble on trips is no reason to be unhappy. You shouldn't take it seriously. Our avocados in love will tell you about this even better than regular travelers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you feel about turmeric? Not a big fan? Well, listen up because you'll probably change your mind after hearing about these incredible health benefits of this brightly colored spice! So, what changes can you expect in your body after a month of including turmeric in your diet? A 2013 study by researchers in the Department of Oral Pathology at India's Punjab University proved that this spice can help whiten your teeth. Known as Curcuma longa in the scientific community, Turmeric has been used in traditional Indian medicine for centuries for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antimicrobial, and antiseptic properties. If you're struggling with, say, skin issues, hair loss, or even extra weight, then turmeric also can be of help! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have a close look at your hands. What do you see? Is your answer "just my hands"? Ask a reflexologist for the right answer. According to research, there are a lot of active points on your hands that give you power over your body and mind. Do you know what you can do with just your little finger? Watch the video to reveal the secrets which can improve your health. Don't miss our little but awesome bonus at the end! This unique method takes less than 5 minutes. Here is your hand: the thumb, the index finger, the middle finger, the ring finger, and the little one. Each of them is responsible for a particular feeling or attitude. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Many of us would like to own just one inexpensive and effective item that we can use for self-care. In fact, this magical thing exists. Did you know, for example, that you can apply some petroleum jelly to the eyelids before using eye shadows? To style your hair, rub petroleum jelly between your fingers and apply it to your hair. The main thing here, as with other styling gels, is not to use too much. Believe it or not, you can replace almost all of your cosmetics products with petroleum jelly. How is this possible? Watch the video and take note. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever wondered what would happen if the Sun just suddenly stopped shining? The first thing that probably comes to your mind is that it would get a whole lot darker and colder. True, but that doesn't even begin to describe what kind of catastrophic event it would be because eventually humankind would meet its eminent demise. In the first few minutes after the Sun stops burning, life goes on as usual here on Earth because the sunlight itself is still traveling towards the planet. But after 8½ minutes, the skies go black, as if someone just flipped a switch. After an hour, once everybody has realized the situation they're in, panic ensues on the side of the planet where it's supposed to be daytime. The temperature across the globe drops by several degrees and just keeps going down. One of the worst things is that photosynthesis stops within 24 hours. Within a week or so, the average temperature on the planet falls below zero. Most plants have already perished due to the cold, and heat-loving animals start to disappear shortly after. People build shelters and try to survive the cold and lack of food. They might be more successful in areas with a lot of geothermal activity, such as Iceland. After just one year, the planet might host some types of bacteria that can survive even in unbelievably low temperatures. But other life forms on the surface have been wiped away. Just remember, though, this scenario was just a hypothetical “what if?”. As for the real future of the Earth, it'll stay firmly “tied” to the Sun. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices