cool stuff
5 of the Most Bizarre Auctions in History
Looking for a bargain on Roman soldiers and carrier pigeons? Fire up the time machine and hit these auctions. Almost anything can be put up...
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science
The bizarre story of a rodent utopia that predicted doom for humanity
In June 1972, the Royal Society of Medicine in London hosted a symposium called “Man in His Place”. It featured an eclectic group of speakers,...
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movie & tv
The scene John Carpenter wants to delete from history: “I was young and stupid”
John Carpenter is one of the most influential filmmakers in history, even though his genres of choice – horror and science fiction – are...
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space
A Less ‘Clumpy,’ More Complex Universe?
Across cosmic history, powerful forces have acted on matter, reshaping the universe into an increasingly complex web of structures. Now, new research...
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books
Book Review: 'Fatherhood' studies the impact of family ties through history
The painter Norman Rockwell was known for his depictions of calm, domestic life in America, but his home life was nowhere near those idyllic portraits....
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food & drink
The Female Chefs of Saudi Arabia Are at the Forefront of Preserving the Region's Culinary History and Traditions
The Saudi culinary cultural revolution is being spearheaded by (and for) women. In the seven years since Saudi Arabia officially announced Vision 2030, an ambitious economic...
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food & drink
The bizarrely wonderful way one New York City man preserves his In-N-Out
For California transplants living in New York City, one of their greatest longings is to bite into a juicy In-N-Out burger. This is not hyperbole....
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apps
Feds Warn SMS Authentication Is Unsafe After ‘Worst Hack in Our Nation’s History’
Even the U.S. government is telling Americans to use encrypted apps. Do you use text messages for multi-factor authentication? You should probably...
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auto
Today in Apple history: Apple teams with Volkswagen for iBeetle car
April 22, 2013: The world gets its first Apple car. Well, kind of. In reality, the iBeetle is a collaboration with German automaker Volkswagen that offers a...
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space
Why Humans Haven't Gone Back To The Moon Since 1972
The Apollo 11 moon landing is one of the most iconic moments in human history. Commander Neil Armstrong's words, "That's one small step for a man,...
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technology
Netflix's Adolescence makes UK TV ratings history
Netflix drama Adolescence has become the first streaming show to top the UK's weekly TV ratings, beating BBC shows like The Apprentice and Death in...
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books
As AI Takes His Readers a Leading History Publisher Wonders Whats Next
The Gist AI search threatens content-driven traffic. World History Encyclopedia saw a 25% traffic drop after appearing in Google’s AI Overviews,...
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interior design
We take a look at the incredible renovation of this 14th-century castle owned by the Fiennes family
Broughton Castle, an ancient estate owned by the Fiennes family for over 600 years, stands as a beacon of history, architecture and enduring heritage....
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cool stuff
6 Badass Women From Scottish History
These fierce women shaped Scottish history. Yet many people have no idea they ever existed. Scottish history is replete with the deeds of brave men....
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books
6 New Books We Recommend This Week
Suggested reading from critics and editors at The New York time s. We bring you a true grab bag of recommended books this week, united...
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entrepreneurship
Deconstructing JD Vance’s Speech On AI, Aided By Some Lessons From History
By Dr John Mullins, Associate Professor of Management Practice in Marketing and Entrepreneurship, London Business School We live in interesting time s and none more...
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science
Toward a Cenozoic history of atmospheric CO2
Editor’s summary The concentration of atmospheric carbon dioxide is a fundamental driver of climate, but its value is difficult to determine for time s...
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books
Home Is Where the Unpaid Labor Is
A new history traces the development and influence of the global Wages for Housework movement from its founding to present day. The first time I...
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music
George Harrison’s Experimental Album Is Back On The Charts
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business
The History and Legacy of the Sea Otter Classic
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relationships
Dear Annie: I think I was too honest in my dating profile
BY ANNIE LANE Dear Annie: I want to start online dating again. I’m a 32-year-old woman who has a history of online dating, and...
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gaming
The Best Presidents' Day Weekend Deals on Lenovo Laptops, Desktops and Tablets
Pay tribute to the leaders of this great nation's history with...a new computer. Why not? Lenovo has well-reviewed favorites on sale for deep...
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movie & tv
10 pointless spin-offs to classic movies that should be deleted from history
While traditional sequels typically pick up where the original movie left off, spin-offs take a different approach. They usually focus on secondary...
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- 30+ days ago
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fitness
The Quest for a Women’s Sub-Four-Minute Mile Begins
The barrier is closer than it seems, researchers argue—if you fully optimize drafting and other logistical details. On May 29, 1954—just 23 days after Roger Bannister...
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fashion
“I Am Pretty Sure They Are Now Illegal”: 44 Home Features That Have Been Faded Into History
Trends are everywhere, influencing everything from clothing to homes, hairstyles, and even dances. And while many of them come and go in cycles—just...
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movie & tv
5 Things You Didn't Know About Paul Newman
Few names come with as much groundbreaking Hollywood history attached as Paul Newman. Born 100 years ago on January 26, 2025, in Shaker Heights,...
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