/interesting10dArchaeologists Say They've Unearthed a Massive Medieval Cargo Ship That's the Largest Vessel of Its Kind Ever FoundArchaeologists in Denmark have discovered the wreckage of a 600-year-old medieval cargo ship, known as a cog, off the coast of Denmark. The ship, named Svaelget 2, measures about 92 feet long, 30 feet wide, and 20 feet tall, making it the largest cog ever found. The exceptionally well-preserved vessel provides new insights into the construction and life on board the largest trading ships of the Middle Ages. The discovery highlights the robust trading economy in northern Europe during medieval times.
/interesting11dWhy some clothes shrink in the wash — and how to 'unshrink' themThis Swinburne University article explains why some clothes shrink in the wash and how to unshrink them. It delves into the science of textile fibres, particularly how heat, moisture, and mechanical action cause fibres to relax and return to their original shape. The article also provides a method to rescue shrunken garments using hair conditioner or baby shampoo.