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The Story of the Mechanical Turk: the 18th Century Chess Automation
Ever thought about the chess-playing automaton that amazed people in the 18th century? This tale of the Mechanical Turk reveals its clever design and its big impact on artificial intelligence. It also shows how science and illusion work together.
By Marveline Merababout a year ago in History
The Famous Chess Player Who Defeated the Chess Turk
A chess player showed off their strategic skills by beating the famous Chess Turk. This machine had amazed people in Europe for many years. The win in the late 18th century proves that human smarts can beat even the most advanced machines.
By Marveline Merababout a year ago in History
The Story of Mary (Mother of Jesus)
Mary, also known as the Virgin Mary, holds a central and revered position in Christianity as the mother of Jesus Christ. Her story is primarily told in the New Testament, with significant references in the Gospels of Matthew and Luke, and additional mentions in other Christian and Islamic traditions. Mary is regarded as a symbol of purity, faith, and obedience to God.
By Landing Badji about a year ago in History
Challenger: A Mission Ended Too Soon
January 28, 1986, was a day that would be etched in the memories of millions forever. The sun was shining bright at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida as the seven crew members of the Space Shuttle Challenger prepared to embark on a historic mission. Their excitement was palpable as they donned their flight suits, beaming with pride and anticipation.
By zafer qubeerabout a year ago in History
Stalin's Holodomor: A Man-Made Famine in Ukraine. Content Warning.
In the early 1930s, to be exact 1932-1933, Ukraine, then a part of the Soviet Union, experienced one of the most horrific tragedies of the 20th century. Under the brutal leadership of Joseph Stalin, a deliberate and systematic famine, known as the Holodomor, was inflicted upon the Ukrainian people. This man-made disaster was not simply a result of natural factors but a calculated policy aimed at crushing Ukrainian national movement and collectivizing agriculture.
By Vincent van Korsabout a year ago in History
Ancient Aliens: Tesla's Secret Time Travel Connection
Serbian-American engineer and physicist Nikola Tesla (1856-1943) made dozens of breakthroughs in the production, transmission and application of electric power. He invented the first alternating current (AC) motor and developed AC generation and transmission technology. Though he was famous and respected, he was never able to translate his copious inventions into long-term financial success—unlike his early employer and chief rival, Thomas Edison.
By Gilbert Ay-ayen. Jrabout a year ago in History
Forgotten Inventors: Unsung Heroes of Innovation
Did you know that over 80% of the groundbreaking inventions from the Industrial Revolution came from unknown pioneers? These inventors changed our world but are mostly forgotten. They were the real force behind the big changes in technology.
By Marveline Merababout a year ago in History
TOP 4 UNBELIEVABLE INSTANCES OF ALIENS & TIME TRAVEL | Ancient Aliens
In July 1935, renowned physicists Albert Einstein and Nathan Rosen, while collaborating at the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton, New Jersey, published a groundbreaking idea. They concluded that the theory of relativity actually allows for shortcuts across the space-time continuum, known as Einstein-Rosen Bridges or more commonly, wormholes. These wormholes, they theorized, could connect distant locations, making interstellar travel a possibility.
By Gilbert Ay-ayen. Jrabout a year ago in History
The Tragic Story of Nikola Tesla
When we think of the greatest inventors of all time, a few names come to mind - Henry Ford, the Wright brothers, and Thomas Edison. However, there is one individual whose contributions are often overlooked, yet his inventions have profoundly shaped our modern world - Nikola Tesla.
By Gilbert Ay-ayen. Jrabout a year ago in History
How the Atomic Bomb Destroyed the Life of its Creator
As J. Robert Oppenheimer witnessed the successful detonation of the world's first nuclear weapon, he was haunted by its devastating implications. Recalling a line from the Hindu scripture, the Bhagavad Gita, he said, "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds." Oppenheimer, a man of remarkable intellect and talents, spoke eight languages and wrote poetry, but he would forever be remembered as the "father of the atomic bomb" - the man who gave humanity the power to destroy itself.
By Gilbert Ay-ayen. Jrabout a year ago in History
Discover the Shocking Story of Lot and Sodom
Book Outline: The Fall of Sodom Chapter 1: The Stranger’s Arrival Lot, a respected figure in Sodom, encounters two mysterious strangers at the city gates. Their arrival stirs an eerie sense of foreboding. Lot, sensing their significance, insists they stay with him, unaware of the peril they bring. Darkness falls, and danger soon emerges from within Sodom’s walls.
By umn ministry Chennaiabout a year ago in History
