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Teenage Maurice Sendak illustrated his teacher’s 1947 pop-sci book

Drawings of Atomics for the Millions "reveal early postwar anxieties about nuclear war." Enlarge / A young Maurice Sendak’s illustration of two possible outcomes of atomic power for the 1947 pop-sci book Atomics for the Million.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaAug 27th, 2024

30 years ago, this sci-fi movie became a minor hit — and spawned an even better TV franchise

In 1994, a small sci-fi movie became a minor hit and planted the seed for not one but three successful shows that expanded and explored its universe......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsOct 30th, 2024

I’m so obsessed with this personalized holiday gift, I’m giving it to everyone I know this year

I know exactly what I'm gifting everyone for the holidays and I just had to share. My Life in a Book is the perfect personalized holiday gift. Here's why......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsOct 29th, 2024

Why donors should ask local communities what matters to them while deciding what success looks like

Have you ever asked a teacher whether something will be on an upcoming test to decide whether to closely pay attention to a particular lesson? Taken the long way back from a lunch break to get enough exercise to meet a goal monitored by a fitness app.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsOct 29th, 2024

"Wonder Drug" Explores Thalidomide’s Secret History and Harms in the U.S.

In her book Wonder Drug, Jennifer Vanderbes explores the history of thalidomide’s secret history—and harms—in the U.S......»»

Category: scienceSource:  sciamRelated NewsOct 28th, 2024

Climate Change Is Raising the Temperature on Global Conflict

In a new book, a long-time foreign correspondent examines the underappreciated links between climate change and violent conflict.....»»

Category: scienceSource:  sciamRelated NewsOct 28th, 2024

Memphis man pleads guilty to kidnapping, killing school teacher

Memphis man pleads guilty to kidnapping, killing school teacher.....»»

Category: gadgetSource:  yahooRelated NewsOct 28th, 2024

All of the Maurice’s BBQ restaurants will be affected by Saturday night’s fire. Here’s why

All of the Maurice’s BBQ restaurants will be affected by Saturday night’s fire. Here’s why.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsOct 28th, 2024

Mary, Queen of Scots and the clandestine tricks of the women who kept her secrets

Mary, Queen of Scots spent almost 20 years in captivity. She was held in various locations across Britain from 1568 until her execution on February 8, 1587. As I explain in my new book, Captive Queen: The Decrypted History of Mary, Queen of Scots, du.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 27th, 2024

3 underrated movies you need to watch in November 2024

From a freaky sci-fi indie to a gorgeous animated movie about the adventures of a lonely cat, these three November 2024 movies deserve to be watched......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsOct 27th, 2024

Google Gemini is good, but this update could make it downright sci-fi

Google's Gemini 2.0 could release as early as December and come with a dedicated AI agent that operates like Tony Stark's Jarvis......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsOct 27th, 2024

Venom, Joker, and the year of supervillain cinema

The comic-book movies of 2024 have thrown a spotlight on villains and anti-heroes with mixed results. Does it signal a looming bust for the once-popular genre?.....»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsOct 26th, 2024

How to banish annoyances in Safari with Distraction Control on Mac

Constant distractions on your Mac can derail productivity, but Apple's Distraction Control tool provide an easy way to stay focused and in control. Here's where to find it.How to use Distraction Control on MacFrom pop-up ads to cluttered sidebars, it.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsOct 25th, 2024

5 years ago, HBO took a wrecking ball to the superhero genre

In 2019, HBO aired one of TV's most ambitious comic book shows — and took an uncompromising look back at the histories of both the superhero genre and America......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsOct 23rd, 2024

Vance’s wife carries this 800-page book around with her on the campaign trail

Vance’s wife carries this 800-page book around with her on the campaign trail.....»»

Category: topSource:  marketingvoxRelated NewsOct 22nd, 2024

Carroll Middle School teacher arrested for alleged sex with former student

Carroll Middle School teacher arrested for alleged sex with former student.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsOct 22nd, 2024

Tesla and Elon Musk sued over use of AI image at Cybercab event

The film company behind Blade Runner 2049 claims that Tesla's Cybercab event used AI-generated imagery linked to the sci-fi movie......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsOct 22nd, 2024

Q&A: More kids than ever need special education, but burnout has caused a teacher shortage

A growing number of students in public schools—right now, about 15% of them—are eligible for special education services. These services include specially designed instruction for students with autism, learning or physical disabilities, or traumat.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 21st, 2024

25 years ago, sci-fi got an unexpected makeover with this TV show

In 1999, a TV show came along that made sci-fi younger, cooler, and sexier. 25 years later, it still has a passionate fanbase......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsOct 21st, 2024

3 sci-fi movies on Hulu you need to watch in October 2024

There are no "damn dirty apes" among the three sci-fi movies on Hulu that you need to watch in October, but there is a giant monster, body horror, and aliens......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsOct 20th, 2024

Smile 2 and Trap are horror movies for a pop-obsessed world

Brat summer is over, but it looms large over Smile 2 and Trap, two thrillers set against the backdrop of toxic pop fandom......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsOct 19th, 2024