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US and Iran have a long, complicated history, spanning decades before US strikes on nuclear sites
US and Iran have a long, complicated history, spanning decades before US strikes on nuclear sites **1953: The Beginning of Hostility** The US overthrew democratically-elected Prime Minister Mohammed Mossadegh in 1953, leading to decades of tension and hostility between the two countries. **1979: Embassy Takeover and Sanctions** Iranian students stormed the US Embassy in Tehran […]
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‘Jaws’ and the two musical notes that changed Hollywood forever
‘Jaws’ and the two musical notes that changed Hollywood forever The two-note theme composed by John Williams for Steven Spielberg’s “Jaws” (1975) has become synonymous with tension, fear, and sharks, representing primal dread. “Jaws” is often credited as the first true summer blockbuster, catapulting Spielberg to fame and kicking off his long collaboration with Williams, […]
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US and Iran have a long, complicated history, spanning far beyond Israel’s strikes on Tehran
US and Iran have a long, complicated history, spanning far beyond Israel’s strikes on Tehran US-Iran relations have been strained for decades, dating back to the 1953 CIA-backed coup that overthrew democratically-elected Prime Minister Mohammed Mossadegh. The two countries have been particularly hostile since Iranian students stormed the US Embassy in Tehran in 1979, leading […]
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Ticks carry decades of history in each troublesome bite
Ticks carry decades of history in each troublesome bite Ticks carry decades of history in each troublesome bite, making them fascinating for environmental historians. Human actions long ago have contributed to the widespread spread of tick-borne diseases. The black-legged tick (Ixodes scapularis) and other tick species can transmit Lyme disease, babesiosis, and Rocky Mountain spotted […]
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Team confirms earliest evidence of humans in the Americas
Team confirms earliest evidence of humans in the Americas A new study confirms that humans arrived in the Americas between 23,000 and 21,000 years ago, contradicting previous estimates. The evidence comes from ancient footprints found at White Sands National Park in New Mexico, which were previously dated using seeds and pollen but have now been […]
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NASA History News and Notes – Summer 2025
NASA History News and Notes – Summer 2025 NASA’s history is marked by critical decisions that have shaped the agency’s national legacy and promoted confidence in times of crisis. The Shuttle-Centaur program was canceled in 1986 due to increased safety measures following the loss of Challenger, marking a difficult decision for NASA Administrator James Fletcher. […]
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A new book of Edward Gorey’s drawings shows what’s lost when the artist’s sexuality is glossed over
A new book of Edward Gorey’s drawings shows what’s lost when the artist’s sexuality is glossed over A new book of Edward Gorey’s drawings, “From Ted to Tom: The Illustrated Envelopes of Edward Gorey”, has been published, but it fails to address Gorey’s queerness despite being a fitting celebration of his wit and talent. Gorey […]
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Along with the ideals it expresses, the Declaration of Independence mourns for something people lost in 1776 − and now, too
Along with the ideals it expresses, the Declaration of Independence mourns for something people lost in 1776 − and now, too The Declaration of Independence is not just a founding document, but also a reflection of the country’s current struggles with identity and unity. The document was drafted by Thomas Jefferson in June 1776, amidst […]
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Politics based on grievance has a long and violent history in America
Politics based on grievance has a long and violent history in America President Donald Trump has declared that he will “bring Columbus Day back from the ashes” as part of his retribution against those who have been critical of him, invoking the politics of grievance to fuel his supporters’ anger. The use of Columbus as […]
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How was the wheel invented? Computer simulations reveal the unlikely birth of a world-changing technology nearly 6,000 years ago
How was the wheel invented? Computer simulations reveal the unlikely birth of a world-changing technology nearly 6,000 years ago The wheel’s invention is still shrouded in mystery, but recent computer simulations suggest that it may have originated from wooden rollers around 6,000 years ago. A team of researchers discovered over 150 miniaturized wagons made from […]
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