Stone money bank in the island of Yap, Micronesia

The stone money of Yap

There is a small island named Yap in the Pacific Ocean. The island and its inhabitants are popularly known for a unique type of artifacts – stone money.

Brain dream death

What happens to our memories when we die?

In the past, it was assumed that brain activity ceases when the heart stops. However, researchers have found that within thirty seconds after death, the brain releases protective chemicals that…