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The history of technology and technology throughout history; human innovation from the first stone tool to the iPhone and beyond.
What is space law?
Space law is a body of legal principle, an area of law, defined by its subject matter and the human activities it covers, rather than a specific jurisdiction or location. Space law is among a growing number of emerging categories of law, along with others such as media law or environment law, which ‘retain the idea of keeping study and teaching within categories defined by a body of legal principle which corresponds with common law or statute’ (Bartie, 2010, p350). The body of legal principle that forms the core of space law is found in international law, as might be expected, given the acceptance during the latter half of the twentieth century, of international legal regimes underpinning the law of other areas beyond national jurisdiction: the sea, air space and Antarctica.
By Raymond G. Taylorabout a month ago in 01
Villanelle of Regret: A Story Told in Circles. Content Warning. AI-Generated.
Regret is one of the few emotions that refuses to age. It does not fade with time, nor soften with distance. Instead, it circles back—again and again—like a whispered refrain we once tried to forget. Perhaps this is why the villanelle, with its repeating lines and looping structure, feels like the perfect vessel for expressing remorse. A villanelle does not move on quickly; it returns, revisits, and reopens the doors we thought we had closed.
By SULAIMAN SHAHabout a month ago in 01
III. The Fire Sermon
The river’s tent is broken: the last fingers of leaf Clutch and sink into the wet bank. The wind Crosses the brown land, unheard. The nymphs are departed. Sweet Thames, run softly, till I end my song. The river bears no empty bottles, sandwich papers, Silk handkerchiefs, cardboard boxes, cigarette ends Or other testimony of summer nights. The nymphs are departed. And their friends, the loitering heirs of City directors; Departed, have left no addresses. By the waters of Leman I sat down and wept . . . Sweet Thames, run softly till I end my song, Sweet Thames, run softly, for I speak not loud or long. But at my back in a cold blast I hear The rattle of the bones, and chuckle spread from ear to ear.
By The best writer about a month ago in 01
I. The Burial of the Dead
April is the cruellest month, breeding Lilacs out of the dead land, mixing Memory and desire, stirring Dull roots with spring rain. Winter kept us warm, covering Earth in forgetful snow, feeding A little life with dried tubers. Summer surprised us, coming over the Starnbergersee With a shower of rain; we stopped in the colonnade, And went on in sunlight, into the Hofgarten, And drank coffee, and talked for an hour. Bin gar keine Russin, stamm’ aus Litauen, echt deutsch. And when we were children, staying at the archduke’s, My cousin’s, he took me out on a sled, And I was frightened. He said, Marie, Marie, hold on tight. And down we went. In the mountains, there you feel free. I read, much of the night, and go south in the winter.
By The best writer about a month ago in 01
II. A Game of Chess
The Chair she sat in, like a burnished throne, Glowed on the marble, where the glass Held up by standards wrought with fruited vines From which a golden Cupidon peeped out (Another hid his eyes behind his wing) Doubled the flames of sevenbranched candelabra Reflecting light upon the table as The glitter of her jewels rose to meet it, From satin cases poured in rich profusion; In vials of ivory and coloured glass Unstoppered, lurked her strange synthetic perfumes, Unguent, powdered, or liquid—troubled, confused And drowned the sense in odours; stirred by the air That freshened from the window, these ascended In fattening the prolonged candle-flames, Flung their smoke into the laquearia, Stirring the pattern on the coffered ceiling. Huge sea-wood fed with copper Burned green and orange, framed by the coloured stone, In which sad light a carvéd dolphin swam. Above the antique mantel was displayed As though a window gave upon the sylvan scene The change of Philomel, by the barbarous king So rudely forced; yet there the nightingale Filled all the desert with inviolable voice And still she cried, and still the world pursues, ‘Jug Jug’ to dirty ears. And other withered stumps of time Were told upon the walls; staring forms Leaned out, leaning, hushing the room enclosed. Footsteps shuffled on the stair. Under the firelight, under the brush, her hair Spread out in fiery points Glowed into words, then would be savagely still.
By The best writer about a month ago in 01
10 Simple and Stunning Christmas Decor Ideas to Try in 2025
Every year, as soon as December begins, I get this itch to start decorating. Not in a big dramatic way, but small things—moving a vase here, bringing out a box of lights, or deciding where the tree should go. This time, while wandering through different décor stores and browsing online, I stumbled across a few ideas that felt fresh. Some came from seeing how other people decorated their homes and some from noticing how beautifully handcrafted pieces—especially inlay furniture—can tie a whole room together without much effort.
By Luxury Handicraft2 months ago in 01
Understanding the Appeal and Discussion Around Replica Bags
A Neutral Look at How Consumers Interpret High-End Imitations When people come across terms like high-quality imitation CHANEL bags (高仿CHANEL包包) or premium replica Chanel women’s bags (精仿香奈儿女包), the immediate association is often with trend‑driven fashion curiosity rather than luxury ownership. Similarly, categories such as high-quality replica men’s bags (高仿男包) and premium replica women’s bags (精仿女包) have become part of wider conversations about consumer behavior, design appreciation, and the evolving nature of modern fashion culture.
By charliesamuel2 months ago in 01
Understanding Zinc Sulfide and Its Role in Modern Material Science
Zinc sulfide, often referenced in scientific literature as zinc sulfide powder (ZnS), is a mineral-based compound that appears in everything from luminescent materials to industrial coatings. While it might not be widely discussed outside laboratories and research institutions, its importance stretches across numerous fields. Exploring what this compound is, how it behaves, and why it is valued in material science offers insight into how chemistry quietly shapes everyday technologies.
By charliesamuel2 months ago in 01
Understanding Modern Materials: How Zinc Sulfide Reflects the Evolution of the Chemical Industry
In recent years, the global chemical industry has entered a period of rapid transformation. It is an industry that quietly supports nearly every sector—electronics, construction, agriculture, energy, transportation, and advanced research—yet remains largely unseen by the general public. Behind every device we use or material we rely on, a network of scientific processes, specialized compounds, and research-driven suppliers makes innovation possible.
By charliesamuel2 months ago in 01
