When Did Mary Shelley Publish Her Novel “Frankenstein, the Modern Prometheus”?

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Deemed as the world’s first science fiction novel, Frankenstein; or The Modern Prometheus, inspired a whole new side to literature, plays, and films, significantly impacting current pop culture. With that said, it’s significant to acknowledge the brilliant novelist behind the captivating novel. Mary Shelley began writing the world’s first science fiction novel, Frankenstein; or The […]

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Where Did Nyota Uhura’s Name Come From?

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Lt. Nyota Uhura, a fictional character in Star Trek, is a part of the USS Enterprise’s command staff. She initially serves as a Chief Communications Officer but later becomes the leader in Star Trek: The Animated Series. Portrayed by actress & singer Nichelle Nichols, she became one of the first African-American women to be depicted

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Did Cats Domesticate Themselves?

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The companionship between humans and cats has existed for countless centuries. From ancient Egyptians and royal families until now, cats have always been treated as adored household pets, but how did they even become domesticated family pets? Cats domesticated themselves by catching rodents and pests for the farming communities in the earliest civilizations that practiced

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Why Did Al Goldstein Want Ayatollah Khomeini Assassinated?

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Throughout history, assassinations of political figures were done in secrecy, often recruiting assassins through covert methods. But did you know that a pornographer tried recruiting assassins by publishing an ad? Al Goldstein, the publisher of Screw Magazine, ran an ad in 1989. He offered $1 million for the assassination of Ayatollah Khomeini, the Iranian political

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Why Did Whirlpool and General Electric Make “Sabbath Mode” Appliances?

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There are many types of consumer products that cater to different ideologies and traditions. Organic chocolates, vegan burgers, even KFC’s double-down burgers have a halal-approved version. But did you know there are also appliances designed to cater to religious rituals? Some appliances are programmed with Sabbath mode. This feature attracts practicing Jewish consumers with machines

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