Learning doesn't have to be boring. In fact, some of the best websites on the internet are the ones that give us a new perspective on the world we live in. These sites are perfect for satisfying your curiosity or just feeling a sense of wonder.
1. Scale of the Universe
It is hard to comprehend how small an atom is, or how big a galaxy is. This interactive slider lets you zoom from the smallest things in existence (quantum foam) all the way out to the edge of the observable universe. It is a humbling experience.
2. Radio Garden
Spin the globe, find a green dot, and tune in. Radio Garden lets you listen to live local radio stations from anywhere on Earth. Listen to a talk show in Tokyo, jazz in New Orleans, or folk music in rural France. It makes the world feel much smaller and more connected.
3. Flightradar24
Look up. See a plane? Open this website (or app) and you can see exactly which flight it is, where it came from, and where it's going. You can see every plane currently in the sky in real-time.
4. Zoom Earth
Google Earth is cool, but Zoom Earth is almost live. It uses satellite imagery to show near real-time weather patterns, storms, and fires. Watching a hurricane form or seeing the sunset line move across the globe is fascinating.
5. How Many People Are in Space Right Now?
A simple question with a simple answer. This site tracks exactly who is currently orbiting the Earth, what country they are from, and how long they have been up there. It usually links to their bios so you can learn about the humans floating above us.
6. BioDigital Human
Think of this as Google Earth, but for the human body. You can zoom in on 3D models of anatomy, strip away layers of muscle to see the skeleton, and visualize how different systems connect.
