For over 3,000 years, China guarded one of history’s most valuable secrets—the art of making silk. This wasn’t just a fabric; it was hard currency, a tool of diplomacy, and the engine of the world’s first global trade network. The story of silk is a thrilling saga of innovation, espionage, and how a single luxury item reshaped […]
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If the world were to vote for the pickiest eater, the silkworm would easily win. For thousands of years, this tiny creature has adhered to an ironclad rule: it loves only mulberry leaves. This isn’t just a taste preference; it’s a biological instinct etched into its DNA. Surprisingly, this “picky eating” habit is precisely what
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If there were a prize for the world’s most demanding diner, the silkworm would win it hands down. For thousands of years, this tiny creature has followed a strict rule: it loves only one thing—the mulberry leaf. This isn’t just a preference; it is a biological obsession written into its DNA. Surprisingly, this “picky eating”
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