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Thomas Edison

Thomas Edison became a household name, earning him the title of ‘The Wizard of Menlo Park’, which was his own “invention factory”.


Milne

Happy Birthday, A.A. Milne

Milne wrote essays and articles detailing his gripes and frustration with being primarily known as a children’s author. He wanted to be known for more than just that bear.


The Doppler Effect

The Doppler Effect

The Doppler Effect has played a significant part in many scientific areas such as astronomy and medicine, and has even been used as evidence for explaining the big bang theory.


Voyager 1

Voyager 1: Beyond The Fly-by

Voyager 1 became the first human-made object to enter interstellar space, where the influence of our Sun gives way to the vastness of the Milky Way galaxy.


Galápagos Islands

The Galápagos Islands

The Galápagos Islands are home to an astonishing array of plant and animal species, many of which are found nowhere else on Earth.


Deja Vu

The Cognitive Science Of Deja Vu

One of the leading explanations is that deja vu is a kind of memory error.


Geographical

Geographical Oddities And Wonders

Geographical oddities not only captivate our imagination but also serve as valuable reminders of the dynamic forces that shape our planet.


Cyberspace

The Psychology Of Cyberspace

The psychological impact of online identity creation is not without consequence.


Science fiction

Science Fiction Masters

Engineers and ethicists reference Isaac Asimov’s three laws of robotics to ponder the ethical implications of autonomous systems.


Spanish

Linked Languages: Arabic And Spanish

The story of Arabic in Spain begins in the early 8th century when the Moors, led by Tariq ibn Ziyad, crossed the Strait of Gibraltar and conquered the Iberian Peninsula.


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