MOSTAFA SALMAN
Bio
"Exploring the depths of creativity through the written word". On a journey to share my thoughts, experiences, and imagination with the world.
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"Echoes of Life: Embracing the Journey"
🌟 Embrace the Journey 🌟 As I sit here, surrounded by the gentle rustling of leaves and the distant hum of nature, I am reminded of the incredible journey we call life. It's a journey filled with twists and turns, joy and sorrow, and countless opportunities to grow and learn. Each moment, a chance to paint our own unique story on the canvas of existence.
By MOSTAFA SALMAN7 months ago in Poets
Whispers in the Forest
In the heart of the ancient forest, where the tall trees loomed like silent sentinels and the emerald leaves rustled in the breeze, there was a place of enchantment. It was a place where magic thrived and whispered secrets to those who were willing to listen.
By MOSTAFA SALMAN7 months ago in BookClub
What are those floaty things in your eye?
Have you ever seen something moving around in your vision, like a small worm or a see-through blob? When you try to get a closer look, it vanishes and then reappears when you shift your gaze. Don't worry, it's not a bug or anything outside your eye; it's something called a "floater." These things are sometimes called Muscae volitantes, which means "flying flies" in Latin, but they aren't actually bugs. Floaters are tiny objects that make shadows on the back part of your eye called the retina.
By MOSTAFA SALMAN7 months ago in Humans
The myth of Thor's journey to the land of giants
Thor, who is the son of Odin, the god of thunder and the protector of humans, faced a tough task. He had a big problem, and it all began when he, along with his fast human servant Thjalfi and Loki, the tricky god, went on a journey to Jotunheim, the land of the giants.
By MOSTAFA SALMAN7 months ago in Fiction
How tsunamis work
A long time ago, in 479 BC, Persian soldiers attacked the Greek city of Potidaea. When they arrived, the water moved back further than usual, creating an easy path for them. But this wasn't just luck. Before they could get very far, the water came back with a huge wave that drowned the attackers. The people of Potidaea thought the sea god Poseidon saved them, but it was probably a tsunami that saved them. Tsunamis are often called tidal waves, but they're not related to the regular tides caused by the Moon and the Sun.
By MOSTAFA SALMAN7 months ago in Earth
Questions No One Knows the Answers to
On a regular school day, students spend a lot of time learning answers to questions. But today, we're going to do something different. We'll focus on questions that have no known answers because they are mysteries. When I was a young boy, I used to wonder about many things, like what it's like to be a dog, whether fish and insects feel pain, and if the Big Bang was just a random event. I also pondered the existence of God, and if there is a God, why do we assume it's a He and not a She? I questioned why innocent people and animals suffer, whether there's a plan for my life, and if the future is predetermined or uncertain. I even questioned if I have free will and if I'm just a biological machine. But then, I wondered why I am conscious and what consciousness is. I also wondered if robots could become conscious.
By MOSTAFA SALMAN7 months ago in Humans
How do pregnancy tests work?
In ancient Egypt, they had a way to check if a woman was pregnant. They said to pee on wheat and barley seeds and watch them grow. If one of them sprouted, congratulations, you were going to have a baby! If the wheat grew faster, it meant a girl was on the way, and if the barley grew faster, it meant a boy.
By MOSTAFA SALMAN7 months ago in Education
A day in the life of a Roman soldier
In the year 15 CE, the Roman Empire is doing very well. Most of the credit for this success goes to the emperor, but it wouldn't have been possible without loyal soldiers like Servius Felix. Servius joined the army eight years ago when he was 18 years old. He came from a poor family. Unlike most soldiers, he doesn't gamble, so he saved most of his pay. He also kept three gold coins he received when he joined, which he'll get back if he serves for 25 years. He has a girlfriend back home whom he wants to marry, but he has to wait until he finishes his 25 years of service, which is tough and dangerous.
By MOSTAFA SALMAN7 months ago in History
How Thor got his hammer
Loki, who likes to play tricks, was feeling very uncomfortable because Thor was holding him very tightly. The night before, while the other gods were sleeping, Loki sneaked up to Thor's wife Sif and cut off her beautiful hair. At that time, it seemed like a funny prank, but now Thor was really angry and was going to hurt Loki badly. So, Loki needed to figure out a way to fix what he had done. But replacing Sif's unique, golden hair was a big challenge.
By MOSTAFA SALMAN7 months ago in Fiction
Which is stronger: Glue or tape?
The oldest sticky stuff in the world is more than 8,000 years old, and it was found in a cave near the Dead Sea. In ancient times, people used this sticky substance, which they made from mixing animal bones and plant stuff. They used it to keep their baskets waterproof and build tools. For thousands of years, people relied on natural materials from plants and animals to stick things together. Nowadays, we have many types of tape and glue for building and fixing stuff. But what makes glue and tape sticky, and is one stronger than the other?
By MOSTAFA SALMAN7 months ago in Education
Inside the killer whale matriarchy
In the chilly waters near the rocky Pacific Northwest coast, there are groups of killer whales. These whales are called killer whales because they are skilled hunters. Among these whales, the most knowledgeable hunters are the grandmothers. They are special because they can live for more than eighty years, while most male whales only live until their thirties. Until recently, we didn't know much about killer whales, even though they live in many oceans. But in 1976, a group called the Center for Whale Research started studying a specific group of killer whales near Washington State and British Columbia. Thanks to their work, we've learned a lot about these whales, known as the Southern Residents. The more we learn, the more we understand how important the older female whales are in this population.
By MOSTAFA SALMAN7 months ago in Education