General Discussion Thread 07.21.2025

James Matthew Najera · Monday at 7:00 AM

General Discussion Thread 07.21.2025

Hey GrayViners!

We’ve all got that one mystery that’s been tickling our brain for years… maybe it’s something from history (Who built the pyramids, really?), maybe it’s a scientific head-scratcher (What is dark matter, anyway?), or maybe—like me—you just want to know why toast always lands jelly-side down while cats always land on their feet.

It’s like gravity plays favorites!

So let’s put our thinking caps on and share: What’s a mystery from history or science you’d love to see solved in your lifetime?

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It can be big, small, silly, or serious—no wrong answers here! Come drop your thoughts below, and let’s marvel together at the weird and wonderful puzzles this world still holds.

Ready... set... solve!

mmarple · Monday at 9:21 AM

I would love to know what the Sphinx in Egypt really is.

Alfierules · Monday at 9:58 AM

I would like to know where are the remains of Amelia Earhart? I read her biography many, many years ago. She is inspiring to many people. Have an amazing day everyone!

dkleslie52 · Monday at 10:38 AM

Who was on the grassy knoll ?

Arkie98 · Monday at 11:12 AM

I would like to know if there really is a monster in Loch Ness

PattiNJ2FL! · Monday at 11:18 AM

I had a cat who disappeared outdoors and I want to know what happened to him.

GVKarianne2145 · Monday at 11:25 AM

I’d like the scientists to find a cure for Cancer!

NIBOR0 · Monday at 12:01 PM

I don't know who built the pyramids but I want to know why there are pyramids in so many cultures around the world.

ghandi44 · Monday at 12:35 PM

I would like science come up with a cute for the common cold.

Peterbee · Monday at 1:51 PM

Hi, I would love to see it, ad I think it happened, a conspiracy that killed JFK, November 63. I think LBJ haf alot to do with it. Also, explain the truth behind UFO's and which natuon here on earth are running the space ships or if they are real, which planet are they from.m

PattiNJ2FL! · Monday at 1:59 PM

GVKarianne2145 said:
I’d like the scientists to find a cure for Cancer!

Wondering about my cat is one thing, but as a survivor, that is a priority!

lindadominguez · Monday at 3:24 PM

I’d like medical science to find what causes Parkinson’s Disease without fear of retribution from big pharma or multibillion dollar corps.

Gayle B. · Monday at 8:10 PM

GVKarianne2145 said:
I’d like the scientists to find a cure for Cancer!

That’s my thing too.

Gayle B. · Monday at 8:12 PM

For scientists to discover the cure for CANCER!

TriciaR · Monday at 9:19 PM

mmarple said:
I would love to know what the Sphinx in Egypt really is.

Thanks for sharing that fascinating mystery @mmarple ! The Sphinx has intrigued people for centuries — its age, purpose, and even what might lie beneath it are still hotly debated. Do you lean more towards the mainstream theories, or do you think there’s something more mysterious or even hidden about it that we haven’t uncovered yet?

TriciaR · Monday at 9:37 PM

Alfierules said:
I would like to know where are the remains of Amelia Earhart? I read her biography many, many years ago. She is inspiring to many people. Have an amazing day everyone!

Thank you for sharing that @Alfierules — Amelia Earhart’s story truly is inspiring, and her disappearance remains one of the great unsolved mysteries of the 20th century. Do you think she crash-landed on a remote island, or do you have another theory about what might have happened to her?

TriciaR · Monday at 9:42 PM

dkleslie52 said:
Who was on the grassy knoll ?

Ooh, the grassy knoll — that one still gives people chills! The JFK assassination has sparked so many theories over the years, and that particular question is right at the heart of it all. It’s such an intriguing mystery — do you think we’ll ever get a clear answer in our lifetime, or is this one destined to stay unsolved forever? Thanks for bringing such a thought-provoking one into the mix @dkleslie52 !

TriciaR · Monday at 9:47 PM

Arkie98 said:
I would like to know if there really is a monster in Loch Ness

That’s a classic mystery — thanks for bringing it up @Arkie98 ! The Loch Ness Monster has captured imaginations for generations. With all the sonar scans and underwater searches over the years, it’s amazing that the legend still holds on. Do you think Nessie could be a real creature that’s managed to stay hidden, or is it more likely just a fun mix of myth and misidentification?

TriciaR · Monday at 9:48 PM

PattiNJ2FL! said:
I had a cat who disappeared outdoors and I want to know what happened to him.

That one really tugs at the heart — I’m so sorry your cat went missing @PattiNJ2FL! . Thank you for opening up and sharing something so personal. The not knowing can be the hardest part. Was he the adventurous type who loved exploring? I hope that someday you get the answers you’ve been wishing for.

TriciaR · Monday at 9:50 PM

GVKarianne2145 said:
I’d like the scientists to find a cure for Cancer!

Such a powerful wish — thank you for sharing @GVKarianne2145 . A cure for cancer would change countless lives across the world. Is there a particular type of cancer that’s touched your life or someone close to you? Medical research has come so far, and I truly hope we’ll see even more breakthroughs in our lifetime.

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