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Sep 06 2024TECHNOLOGY

Curiosity Stream: Is This the Discovery Channel We Crave?

Curiosity Stream promises to be a haven for science, technology, history, and nature documentaries. Launched by the founder of Discovery Channel, it boasts an extensive library featuring renowned experts like David Attenborough, Michio Kaku, Brian Greene, and Emmy Award-winning series 'Stephen Hawk

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Sep 06 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Gleason's Gym: Where Champs Are Made (and Maybe Movies Too)

Gleason's Gym, a legendary boxing haven in DUMBO, Brooklyn, has been shaping fighters for nearly a century. But is it just a gym, or something more? Think about it: celebrities like Robert De Niro and Hillary Swank trained here for Oscar-winning roles! Could it be that there's something special abo

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Sep 05 2024POLITICS

The Powell Memo: A Blueprint for Corporate Domination

In the summer of 1971, a little-known lawyer named Lewis F. Powell Jr. penned an explosive memo to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. In this document, later known as the 'Powell Memo', Powell argued that American business had become too complacent and needed to take aggressive action to regain political

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Aug 28 2024HEALTH

The Hidden Suffering of Egypt's Pyramid Builders: A Tale of Toxic Copper and Defiance

A revolutionary study conducted by French geochemists from Aix-Marseille Université has unveiled the untold suffering of the laborers who constructed Egypt's legendary Giza pyramid complex. The researchers' findings show that the workers were exposed to toxic levels of copper, potentially marking th

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Aug 28 2024POLITICS

Blast from the Past: IBM 7090 Mainframe, a 1950s Technological Marvel, Heads to Auction

Immerse yourself in a captivating journey back to the 1950s, as the iconic IBM 7090 mainframe prepares to find a new home in the world of computing antiquities. This groundbreaking machine, once the epitome of technological innovation, is now a testament to the relentless progress of the digital ag

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Aug 27 2024POLITICS

Uncovering the Allure of Dukes Bar: A Haven for James Bond Aficionados

Nestled in the heart of London's Mayfair district lies a treasure trove of history, tradition, and sophistication - Dukes Bar. Established in 1908, this iconic watering hole has been a favorite among the elite, including the illustrious Ian Fleming, who is said to have drawn inspiration for James B

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Aug 27 2024SCIENCE

Victorian England's Jaw-Dropping Encounter with Prehistoric Behemoths: The True Story of Dinosaurs' Debut

Imagine waking up one day to the revelation that the world is not as you thought it was. That the creatures you've always known as the largest and most terrifying are, in fact, mere newcomers in the grand scheme of things. This was the reality for the Victorians when they were introduced to the firs

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Aug 27 2024POLITICS

Vintage IBM 7090 Mainframe: A Blast from the Past up for Grabs!

In an exciting turn of events for computing history enthusiasts, a classic IBM 7090 mainframe from the 1950s is now available for purchase at an auction. This groundbreaking piece of technology, which was once the epitome of computational power, is eagerly awaiting its new owner. The IBM 7090 mai

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