by Dictionary Scoop Humans love to predict the future. None of the things we have been able to create throughout history, from pyramids to airplanes, would have been possible without first imagining them. During the 20th century, as the turn of the millennium approached, scientists, writers, and illustrators imagined technological innovations that, if …
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Six Fascinating Facts About The Telephone
by interestingfacts.com Most of us are familiar with the story of the first telephone call: On March 10, 1876, Boston University professor Alexander Graham Bell reached for the curious invention on his desk, rang up his trusty assistant, and said, “Watson, come here… I want you to look at this text.” OK, maybe …
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These Technologies Are Older Than You Think
by Dictionary Scoop In the fast-paced world of technology, it’s easy to assume that all our gadgets and gizmos are creations of the digital age. However, some inventions have been around longer than you might think. Prepare to be amazed as we unveil ten technologies that seem to defy the boundaries of time. …
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Five Inventions From The Great Depression
historyfacts.com The Great Depression began in 1929 and lasted for an entire decade, affecting nearly every aspect of daily life for people all over the world, hitting the United States especially hard. This difficult era impacted innovation. Here are five inventions that came out of the Great Depression that are still shaping our …
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Trivia Time: “Good Night, Sleep Tight”
by Kevin Burton I don’t think trivia is trivial, do you? Trivial means of little value or importance. Not all of what can be called trivia fits that description. Some is news I can use. Anyway, my friend Tracy sent me the following trivia months ago and I am just now getting …
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