Every Common Misconception Debunked in 9 Minutes
https://youtu.be/jnbJK70_U0A?si=mkjFZv3P06lQeboC Every famous common misconception gets explained in 9 minutes! [The Paint Explainer]
Category Archives: Culture
We’ve been here before: AI promised humanlike machines – in 1958
Frank Rosenblatt with the Mark I Perceptron, the first artificial neural network computer, unveiled in 1958. National Museum of the U.S. Navy/Flickr Danielle Williams, Arts & Sciences at Washington University in St. Louis A roomsize computer equipped with a new type of circuitry, the Perceptron, was introduced to the world in 1958 in a brief […]
From Royalty to Apps: The Fascinating Evolution of Food Delivery
Indulging in your favorite meals without budging from the comfort of your couch has become an everyday luxury thanks to the evolution of food delivery. Rain or shine, blizzard or pandemic, the convenience of ordering through apps has transformed dining habits worldwide. But behind every tap on the screen lies a fascinating history that paved […]
The EVOLUTION of New York City from 1524 to 2023 [3D Animation]
From InfoGeek: Evolution of New York City, the Big Apple from 1524 to 2023. Witness the transformation of the city that never sleeps, from its humble beginnings as a Dutch trading post in 1524 to the iconic global metropolis it is today. Dive into the journey to learn more about the rich history of New […]
Tolkien’s Hatred for Disney Unveiled: Exploring the Clash of Storytelling Titans
In his latest video, YouTuber “Ink and Fantasy” delves into the complex relationship between the legendary author and the entertainment company. Contrary to popular belief, Tolkien’s disdain wasn’t directed at Walt Disney himself, but rather at the transformative nature of Disney’s adaptations. From his early encounter with “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” alongside his […]
How a New York Times copyright lawsuit against OpenAI could potentially transform how AI and copyright work
Stas Malyarevsky / Shutterstock Dinusha Mendis, Bournemouth University On December 27, 2023, the New York Times (NYT) filed a lawsuit in the Federal District Court in Manhattan against Microsoft and OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, alleging that OpenAI had unlawfully used its articles to create artificial intelligence (AI) products. Citing copyright infringement and the importance […]
The Legendary Jon Stewart is Returning to The Daily Show
In a surprising twist for fans of late-night television, Jon Stewart, the iconic former host of The Daily Show, is set to make a comeback to the Comedy Central staple, covering the 2024 election. Following the departure of Trevor Noah in 2022 and a year of guest hosts, Stewart’s return has been eagerly anticipated by […]
The True Story Behind The Sword in the Stone
Was Excalibur the actual Sword in the Stone? Was Arthur Pendragon real? Who was Merlin? Legends and theories abound about the figures related to King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table. The stories range from heroic to decidedly not. Real or mythological, the Arthurian lore holds our interest to this day. [Weird History]
Get Almost ALL of Terry Pratchett’s Discworld Novels for Just $18 Instead of $401! (And Support Charity!)
Do you love Terry Prachett’s Discworld universe? Or maybe you’ve heard how amazing his novels are and want to read them? For the incredible price of just $18 instead of $401, you can get almost all Discworld novels (That’s 39 novels!) And the best thing about this offer? You’ll even be supporting the Room to […]
Discover 1930 Los Angeles in This Restored and Colorized Video
A fantastic video from Los Angeles in 1930, which has been restored and colorized in 4K, 60fps, by “Nineteenth century videos. Back to life.”