264 BC
The First Punic War begins between the Roman Republic and the Carthaginian (Punic) empire
The First Punic War begins between the Roman Republic and the Carthaginian (Punic) empire
The First Punic War begins between the Roman Republic and the Carthaginian (Punic) empire
1705 AD
Steam piston engine invented by Thomas Newcomen.
Steam piston engine invented by Thomas Newcomen.
Steam piston engine invented by Thomas Newcomen.
1648 AD
Taj Mahal is completed, used as tomb for wife of Emperor Shah Jahan.
Taj Mahal is completed, used as tomb for wife of Emperor Shah Jahan.
Taj Mahal is completed, used as tomb for wife of Emperor Shah Jahan.
Quote by Henry Ward Beecher
Hold yourself responsible for a higher standard than anybody expects of
you. Never excuse yourself.
Hold yourself responsible for a higher standard than anybody expects of
you. Never excuse yourself.
Hold yourself responsible for a higher standard than anybody expects of
you. Never excuse yourself.
Source: Henry Ward Beecher
Source: Henry Ward Beecher
Source: Henry Ward Beecher
Gambian presidential election, 2016
Thursday, 1 December 2016
Thursday, 1 December 2016
Thursday, 1 December 2016
Adama Barrow was elected President of The Gambia, defeating longtime President Yahya Jammeh and ending more than 22 years of authoritarian rule.
Adama Barrow was elected President of The Gambia, defeating longtime President Yahya Jammeh and ending more than 22 years of authoritarian rule.
Adama Barrow was elected President of The Gambia, defeating longtime President Yahya Jammeh and ending more than 22 years of authoritarian rule.
Quote by Kevyn Aucoin
Today I choose life. Every morning when I wake up I can choose joy,
happiness, negativity, pain... To feel the freedom that comes from being
able to continue to make mistakes and choices - today I choose to feel
life, not to deny my humanity but embrace it.
Today I choose life. Every morning when I wake up I can choose joy,
happiness, negativity, pain... To feel the freedom that comes from being
able to continue to make mistakes and choices - today I choose to feel
life, not to deny my humanity but embrace it.
Today I choose life. Every morning when I wake up I can choose joy,
happiness, negativity, pain... To feel the freedom that comes from being
able to continue to make mistakes and choices - today I choose to feel
life, not to deny my humanity but embrace it.
Source: Kevyn Aucoin
Source: Kevyn Aucoin
Source: Kevyn Aucoin
Argentine general election, 2015
Sunday, 22 November 2015
Sunday, 22 November 2015
Sunday, 22 November 2015
Mauricio Macri was elected President of Argentina, ending over a decade of "Kirchnerism" in the country.
Mauricio Macri was elected President of Argentina, ending over a decade of "Kirchnerism" in the country.
Mauricio Macri was elected President of Argentina, ending over a decade of "Kirchnerism" in the country.
Quote by Will Rogers
Even if you're on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit
there.
Even if you're on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit
there.
Even if you're on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit
there.
Source: Will Rogers
Source: Will Rogers
Source: Will Rogers
Predictions and Events for the 2020s
By the mid-2020s, the world population is projected to surpass 8 billion people, half a billion more than the 2017 population of 7.5 billion.
By the mid-2020s, the world population is projected to surpass 8 billion people, half a billion more than the 2017 population of 7.5 billion.
By the mid-2020s, the world population is projected to surpass 8 billion people, half a billion more than the 2017 population of 7.5 billion.
1689 AD
Treaty of Nerchinsk between Russia and China.
Treaty of Nerchinsk between Russia and China.
Treaty of Nerchinsk between Russia and China.
1968 AD
Video game console invented by Ralph H. Baer.
Video game console invented by Ralph H. Baer.
Video game console invented by Ralph H. Baer.
Abdication of Beatrix of the Netherlands
Tuesday, 30 April 2013
Tuesday, 30 April 2013
Tuesday, 30 April 2013
Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands abdicated in favour of her son, Willem-Alexander, who became the country's first king in over a century.
Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands abdicated in favour of her son, Willem-Alexander, who became the country's first king in over a century.
Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands abdicated in favour of her son, Willem-Alexander, who became the country's first king in over a century.
1909 AD
Bakelite invented by Leo Baekeland.
Bakelite invented by Leo Baekeland.
Bakelite invented by Leo Baekeland.
Quote by Emilia Fox
I never feel lonely if I've got a book - they're like old friends. Even if
you're not reading them over and over again, you know they are there. And
they're part of your history. They sort of tell a story about your journey
through life.
I never feel lonely if I've got a book - they're like old friends. Even if
you're not reading them over and over again, you know they are there. And
they're part of your history. They sort of tell a story about your journey
through life.
I never feel lonely if I've got a book - they're like old friends. Even if
you're not reading them over and over again, you know they are there. And
they're part of your history. They sort of tell a story about your journey
through life.
Source: Emilia Fox
Source: Emilia Fox
Source: Emilia Fox
Quote by Henry Ward Beecher
Hold yourself responsible for a higher standard than anybody expects of
you. Never excuse yourself.
Hold yourself responsible for a higher standard than anybody expects of
you. Never excuse yourself.
Hold yourself responsible for a higher standard than anybody expects of
you. Never excuse yourself.
Source: Henry Ward Beecher
Source: Henry Ward Beecher
Source: Henry Ward Beecher
Quote by Kevyn Aucoin
Today I choose life. Every morning when I wake up I can choose joy,
happiness, negativity, pain... To feel the freedom that comes from being
able to continue to make mistakes and choices - today I choose to feel
life, not to deny my humanity but embrace it.
Today I choose life. Every morning when I wake up I can choose joy,
happiness, negativity, pain... To feel the freedom that comes from being
able to continue to make mistakes and choices - today I choose to feel
life, not to deny my humanity but embrace it.
Today I choose life. Every morning when I wake up I can choose joy,
happiness, negativity, pain... To feel the freedom that comes from being
able to continue to make mistakes and choices - today I choose to feel
life, not to deny my humanity but embrace it.
Source: Kevyn Aucoin
Source: Kevyn Aucoin
Source: Kevyn Aucoin
Quote by Will Rogers
Even if you're on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit
there.
Even if you're on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit
there.
Even if you're on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit
there.
Source: Will Rogers
Source: Will Rogers
Source: Will Rogers
Quote by Emilia Fox
I never feel lonely if I've got a book - they're like old friends. Even if
you're not reading them over and over again, you know they are there. And
they're part of your history. They sort of tell a story about your journey
through life.
I never feel lonely if I've got a book - they're like old friends. Even if
you're not reading them over and over again, you know they are there. And
they're part of your history. They sort of tell a story about your journey
through life.
I never feel lonely if I've got a book - they're like old friends. Even if
you're not reading them over and over again, you know they are there. And
they're part of your history. They sort of tell a story about your journey
through life.
Source: Emilia Fox
Source: Emilia Fox
Source: Emilia Fox
Quote by Lao Tzu
When the best leader's work is done the people say, 'We did it ourselves.'
When the best leader's work is done the people say, 'We did it ourselves.'
When the best leader's work is done the people say, 'We did it ourselves.'
Source: Lao Tzu
Source: Lao Tzu
Source: Lao Tzu
Quote by Haile Selassie
Throughout history, it has been the inaction of those who could have acted;
the indifference of those who should have known better; the silence of the
voice of justice when it mattered most; that has made it possible for evil
to triumph.
Throughout history, it has been the inaction of those who could have acted;
the indifference of those who should have known better; the silence of the
voice of justice when it mattered most; that has made it possible for evil
to triumph.
Throughout history, it has been the inaction of those who could have acted;
the indifference of those who should have known better; the silence of the
voice of justice when it mattered most; that has made it possible for evil
to triumph.
Source: Haile Selassie
Source: Haile Selassie
Source: Haile Selassie
Quote by Omar Khayyam
Be happy for this moment. This moment is your life.
Be happy for this moment. This moment is your life.
Be happy for this moment. This moment is your life.
Source: Omar Khayyam
Source: Omar Khayyam
Source: Omar Khayyam
Quote by Henry Ford
Don't find fault, find a remedy.
Don't find fault, find a remedy.
Don't find fault, find a remedy.
Source: Henry Ford
Source: Henry Ford
Source: Henry Ford
Quote by Jean-Paul Sartre
Only the guy who isn't rowing has time to rock the boat.
Only the guy who isn't rowing has time to rock the boat.
Only the guy who isn't rowing has time to rock the boat.
Source: Jean-Paul Sartre
Source: Jean-Paul Sartre
Source: Jean-Paul Sartre
Quote by Peter Drucker
Management is doing things right; leadership is doing the right things.
Management is doing things right; leadership is doing the right things.
Management is doing things right; leadership is doing the right things.
Source: Peter Drucker
Source: Peter Drucker
Source: Peter Drucker
Quote by Desmond Tutu
If you are neutral in situations of injustice, you have chosen the side of
the oppressor. If an elephant has its foot on the tail of a mouse and you
say that you are neutral, the mouse will not appreciate your neutrality.
If you are neutral in situations of injustice, you have chosen the side of
the oppressor. If an elephant has its foot on the tail of a mouse and you
say that you are neutral, the mouse will not appreciate your neutrality.
If you are neutral in situations of injustice, you have chosen the side of
the oppressor. If an elephant has its foot on the tail of a mouse and you
say that you are neutral, the mouse will not appreciate your neutrality.
Source: Desmond Tutu
Source: Desmond Tutu
Source: Desmond Tutu
Quote by Karl Marx
History repeats itself, first as tragedy, second as farce.
History repeats itself, first as tragedy, second as farce.
History repeats itself, first as tragedy, second as farce.
Source: Karl Marx
Source: Karl Marx
Source: Karl Marx
Quote by Joyce Brothers
A strong, positive self-image is the best possible preparation for success.
A strong, positive self-image is the best possible preparation for success.
A strong, positive self-image is the best possible preparation for success.
Source: Joyce Brothers
Source: Joyce Brothers
Source: Joyce Brothers
Quote by Maya Angelou
My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so
with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.
My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so
with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.
My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so
with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.
Source: Maya Angelou
Source: Maya Angelou
Source: Maya Angelou
Gambian presidential election, 2016
Thursday, 1 December 2016
Thursday, 1 December 2016
Thursday, 1 December 2016
Adama Barrow was elected President of The Gambia, defeating longtime President Yahya Jammeh and ending more than 22 years of authoritarian rule.
Adama Barrow was elected President of The Gambia, defeating longtime President Yahya Jammeh and ending more than 22 years of authoritarian rule.
Adama Barrow was elected President of The Gambia, defeating longtime President Yahya Jammeh and ending more than 22 years of authoritarian rule.
Argentine general election, 2015
Sunday, 22 November 2015
Sunday, 22 November 2015
Sunday, 22 November 2015
Mauricio Macri was elected President of Argentina, ending over a decade of "Kirchnerism" in the country.
Mauricio Macri was elected President of Argentina, ending over a decade of "Kirchnerism" in the country.
Mauricio Macri was elected President of Argentina, ending over a decade of "Kirchnerism" in the country.
Abdication of Beatrix of the Netherlands
Tuesday, 30 April 2013
Tuesday, 30 April 2013
Tuesday, 30 April 2013
Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands abdicated in favour of her son, Willem-Alexander, who became the country's first king in over a century.
Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands abdicated in favour of her son, Willem-Alexander, who became the country's first king in over a century.
Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands abdicated in favour of her son, Willem-Alexander, who became the country's first king in over a century.
South Sudanese independence referendum, 2011
Sunday, 9 January 2011
Sunday, 9 January 2011
Sunday, 9 January 2011
A referendum was held in Southern Sudan on whether the region should remain part of Sudan. An overwhelming majority voted in favour of separation and formed the new country of South Sudan.
A referendum was held in Southern Sudan on whether the region should remain part of Sudan. An overwhelming majority voted in favour of separation and formed the new country of South Sudan.
A referendum was held in Southern Sudan on whether the region should remain part of Sudan. An overwhelming majority voted in favour of separation and formed the new country of South Sudan.
Assembly of the West African Province
Thursday, 12 March 2015
Thursday, 12 March 2015
Thursday, 12 March 2015
Nigeria's Boko Haram merged with the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant to form the so-called "West African Province".
Nigeria's Boko Haram merged with the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant to form the so-called "West African Province".
Nigeria's Boko Haram merged with the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant to form the so-called "West African Province".
Death of Margaret Thatcher
Monday, 8 April 2013
Monday, 8 April 2013
Monday, 8 April 2013
Margaret Thatcher, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1979 to 1990, died.
Margaret Thatcher, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1979 to 1990, died.
Margaret Thatcher, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1979 to 1990, died.
2014 Venezuela–Panama diplomatic crisis
Wednesday, 5 March 2014
Wednesday, 5 March 2014
Wednesday, 5 March 2014
Nicolás Maduro, the President of Venezuela, severed diplomatic and political ties with Panama, accusing it of involvement in a conspiracy against the Venezuelan government.
Nicolás Maduro, the President of Venezuela, severed diplomatic and political ties with Panama, accusing it of involvement in a conspiracy against the Venezuelan government.
Nicolás Maduro, the President of Venezuela, severed diplomatic and political ties with Panama, accusing it of involvement in a conspiracy against the Venezuelan government.
Obergefell v. Hodges
Friday, 26 June 2015
Friday, 26 June 2015
Friday, 26 June 2015
Same-sex marriage was legalized in all 50 U.S. states due to a landmark decision by the Supreme Court of the United States.
Same-sex marriage was legalized in all 50 U.S. states due to a landmark decision by the Supreme Court of the United States.
Same-sex marriage was legalized in all 50 U.S. states due to a landmark decision by the Supreme Court of the United States.
Philippine presidential election, 2016
Monday, 9 May 2016
Monday, 9 May 2016
Monday, 9 May 2016
Rodrigo Duterte was elected President of the Philippines.
Rodrigo Duterte was elected President of the Philippines.
Rodrigo Duterte was elected President of the Philippines.
2017 Qatar diplomatic crisis
Monday, 5 June 2017
Monday, 5 June 2017
Monday, 5 June 2017
Seven Arab countries – Bahrain, Egypt, Libya, Mauritania, Saudi Arabia, Yemen, and the United Arab Emirates cut diplomatic ties with Qatar, accusing it of destabilising the region and supporting terrorism.
Seven Arab countries – Bahrain, Egypt, Libya, Mauritania, Saudi Arabia, Yemen, and the United Arab Emirates cut diplomatic ties with Qatar, accusing it of destabilising the region and supporting terrorism.
Seven Arab countries – Bahrain, Egypt, Libya, Mauritania, Saudi Arabia, Yemen, and the United Arab Emirates cut diplomatic ties with Qatar, accusing it of destabilising the region and supporting terrorism.
Northern Mali conflict
Monday, 16 January 2012
Monday, 16 January 2012
Monday, 16 January 2012
An Islamist revolt in northern Mali threatened to gain control of the country. A coalition, led by France, intervened to assist the Malian government in fighting the militants.
An Islamist revolt in northern Mali threatened to gain control of the country. A coalition, led by France, intervened to assist the Malian government in fighting the militants.
An Islamist revolt in northern Mali threatened to gain control of the country. A coalition, led by France, intervened to assist the Malian government in fighting the militants.
South Korean presidential election, 2017
Tuesday, 9 May 2017
Tuesday, 9 May 2017
Tuesday, 9 May 2017
Moon Jae-in was elected the 12th President of South Korea, originally scheduled to take place later in the year, the election was moved to early May following the impeachment of President Park Geun-hye.
Moon Jae-in was elected the 12th President of South Korea, originally scheduled to take place later in the year, the election was moved to early May following the impeachment of President Park Geun-hye.
Moon Jae-in was elected the 12th President of South Korea, originally scheduled to take place later in the year, the election was moved to early May following the impeachment of President Park Geun-hye.
Occupy Wall Street
Saturday, 17 September 2011
Saturday, 17 September 2011
Saturday, 17 September 2011
Hundreds of protesters marched into the financial district of Wall Street in New York City beginning the Occupy Wall Street movement. The movement started a series of demonstrations and hundreds of encampments in cities across the nation, forming the Occupy movement.
Hundreds of protesters marched into the financial district of Wall Street in New York City beginning the Occupy Wall Street movement. The movement started a series of demonstrations and hundreds of encampments in cities across the nation, forming the Occupy movement.
Hundreds of protesters marched into the financial district of Wall Street in New York City beginning the Occupy Wall Street movement. The movement started a series of demonstrations and hundreds of encampments in cities across the nation, forming the Occupy movement.
European Parliament election, 2014 (France)
Saturday, 24 May 2014
Saturday, 24 May 2014
Saturday, 24 May 2014
The French National Front won the most votes in the European election in respect to France, leading to fears of a growing far-right in mainland Europe.
The French National Front won the most votes in the European election in respect to France, leading to fears of a growing far-right in mainland Europe.
The French National Front won the most votes in the European election in respect to France, leading to fears of a growing far-right in mainland Europe.
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
Douglas Adams's head appears as a planet during Slartibartfast's tour of the galaxy.
Douglas Adams's head appears as a planet during Slartibartfast's tour of the galaxy.
Douglas Adams's head appears as a planet during Slartibartfast's tour of the galaxy.
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
Belgium (which, according to the original radio series, is the most unspeakably rude word there is) can be heard in the movie three or so times.
Belgium (which, according to the original radio series, is the most unspeakably rude word there is) can be heard in the movie three or so times.
Belgium (which, according to the original radio series, is the most unspeakably rude word there is) can be heard in the movie three or so times.
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
The nightgown/bathrobe Arthur Dent wore was the most expensive and difficult of all costumes (including Zaphod's heads and Humma's eyes). The fabric had to be sewn on stage and was flown in from Turkey.
The nightgown/bathrobe Arthur Dent wore was the most expensive and difficult of all costumes (including Zaphod's heads and Humma's eyes). The fabric had to be sewn on stage and was flown in from Turkey.
The nightgown/bathrobe Arthur Dent wore was the most expensive and difficult of all costumes (including Zaphod's heads and Humma's eyes). The fabric had to be sewn on stage and was flown in from Turkey.
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
The pub which Ford takes Arthur to in the beginning of the film is the Beehive Pub of Hertfordshire, England.
The pub which Ford takes Arthur to in the beginning of the film is the Beehive Pub of Hertfordshire, England.
The pub which Ford takes Arthur to in the beginning of the film is the Beehive Pub of Hertfordshire, England.
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
According to Douglas Adams' notes, he wanted the name of the character "Slartibartfast" to sound extremely rude, but still pass BBC's rules on what could be broadcast - he actually started with "Phartiphukborlz" and changed it, bit by bit, until it was acceptable.
According to Douglas Adams' notes, he wanted the name of the character "Slartibartfast" to sound extremely rude, but still pass BBC's rules on what could be broadcast - he actually started with "Phartiphukborlz" and changed it, bit by bit, until it was acceptable.
According to Douglas Adams' notes, he wanted the name of the character "Slartibartfast" to sound extremely rude, but still pass BBC's rules on what could be broadcast - he actually started with "Phartiphukborlz" and changed it, bit by bit, until it was acceptable.
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
Faint screams can be heard a moment before Mr. Prosser speaks. In the book, Mr. Prosser is a direct male-line descendant of Genghis Khan, the reason why he wears little fur hats and often hears a thousand hairy horsemen shouting in his head.
Faint screams can be heard a moment before Mr. Prosser speaks. In the book, Mr. Prosser is a direct male-line descendant of Genghis Khan, the reason why he wears little fur hats and often hears a thousand hairy horsemen shouting in his head.
Faint screams can be heard a moment before Mr. Prosser speaks. In the book, Mr. Prosser is a direct male-line descendant of Genghis Khan, the reason why he wears little fur hats and often hears a thousand hairy horsemen shouting in his head.
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
Deep Thought explains the significance of the number 42, at 42 minutes into the film.
Deep Thought explains the significance of the number 42, at 42 minutes into the film.
Deep Thought explains the significance of the number 42, at 42 minutes into the film.
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
A painting of Douglas Adams and his wife Jane Belson appears on the Heart of Gold. Other Adams cameos include a few handles on some cupboards in Humma Kavula's office being shaped like Adams' nose.
A painting of Douglas Adams and his wife Jane Belson appears on the Heart of Gold. Other Adams cameos include a few handles on some cupboards in Humma Kavula's office being shaped like Adams' nose.
A painting of Douglas Adams and his wife Jane Belson appears on the Heart of Gold. Other Adams cameos include a few handles on some cupboards in Humma Kavula's office being shaped like Adams' nose.
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
When hurriedly giving possible questions to what the answer 42 might mean, Arthur suggests "How many roads must a man walk down?", the first line of the Bob Dylan song "Blowin' In The Wind".
When hurriedly giving possible questions to what the answer 42 might mean, Arthur suggests "How many roads must a man walk down?", the first line of the Bob Dylan song "Blowin' In The Wind".
When hurriedly giving possible questions to what the answer 42 might mean, Arthur suggests "How many roads must a man walk down?", the first line of the Bob Dylan song "Blowin' In The Wind".
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
The relevance of Sector ZZ9 is the fact that in the UK if a person has NFA (No fixed Abode (No place to live)) then the POSTCODE is recorded as ZZ99 3VZ, thus Both Trillian and Arthur come from Sector ZZ9 and thanks to the Vogons they are both of NFA.
The relevance of Sector ZZ9 is the fact that in the UK if a person has NFA (No fixed Abode (No place to live)) then the POSTCODE is recorded as ZZ99 3VZ, thus Both Trillian and Arthur come from Sector ZZ9 and thanks to the Vogons they are both of NFA.
The relevance of Sector ZZ9 is the fact that in the UK if a person has NFA (No fixed Abode (No place to live)) then the POSTCODE is recorded as ZZ99 3VZ, thus Both Trillian and Arthur come from Sector ZZ9 and thanks to the Vogons they are both of NFA.
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
The car that Ford Prefect "introduces himself to" is actually a Ford Prefect, from whence Ford got his "Earth name". Despite being a Ford, the car was never manufactured or sold in the United States, but produced in Ireland, the UK, Malaysia and New Zealand, and sold in Europe, Asia and Australia between 1938 and 1959.
The car that Ford Prefect "introduces himself to" is actually a Ford Prefect, from whence Ford got his "Earth name". Despite being a Ford, the car was never manufactured or sold in the United States, but produced in Ireland, the UK, Malaysia and New Zealand, and sold in Europe, Asia and Australia between 1938 and 1959.
The car that Ford Prefect "introduces himself to" is actually a Ford Prefect, from whence Ford got his "Earth name". Despite being a Ford, the car was never manufactured or sold in the United States, but produced in Ireland, the UK, Malaysia and New Zealand, and sold in Europe, Asia and Australia between 1938 and 1959.
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
The registration of Arthur's caravan is T863 XT0.
The registration of Arthur's caravan is T863 XT0.
The registration of Arthur's caravan is T863 XT0.
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
Stephen Fry, who inherited the role of the Guide from the late Peter Jones, was a close friend of the late Douglas Adams. They were also both graduates of Cambridge University, although Fry was five years younger.
Stephen Fry, who inherited the role of the Guide from the late Peter Jones, was a close friend of the late Douglas Adams. They were also both graduates of Cambridge University, although Fry was five years younger.
Stephen Fry, who inherited the role of the Guide from the late Peter Jones, was a close friend of the late Douglas Adams. They were also both graduates of Cambridge University, although Fry was five years younger.
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
Several minutes into the credits, a final Guide entry is shown. This is the "careless words/problem of scale" entry, well known to fans of other incarnations of the Guide.
Several minutes into the credits, a final Guide entry is shown. This is the "careless words/problem of scale" entry, well known to fans of other incarnations of the Guide.
Several minutes into the credits, a final Guide entry is shown. This is the "careless words/problem of scale" entry, well known to fans of other incarnations of the Guide.
264 BC
The First Punic War begins between the Roman Republic and the Carthaginian (Punic) empire
The First Punic War begins between the Roman Republic and the Carthaginian (Punic) empire
The First Punic War begins between the Roman Republic and the Carthaginian (Punic) empire
1705 AD
Steam piston engine invented by Thomas Newcomen.
Steam piston engine invented by Thomas Newcomen.
Steam piston engine invented by Thomas Newcomen.
1648 AD
Taj Mahal is completed, used as tomb for wife of Emperor Shah Jahan.
Taj Mahal is completed, used as tomb for wife of Emperor Shah Jahan.
Taj Mahal is completed, used as tomb for wife of Emperor Shah Jahan.
Gambian presidential election, 2016
Thursday, 1 December 2016
Thursday, 1 December 2016
Thursday, 1 December 2016
Adama Barrow was elected President of The Gambia, defeating longtime President Yahya Jammeh and ending more than 22 years of authoritarian rule.
Adama Barrow was elected President of The Gambia, defeating longtime President Yahya Jammeh and ending more than 22 years of authoritarian rule.
Adama Barrow was elected President of The Gambia, defeating longtime President Yahya Jammeh and ending more than 22 years of authoritarian rule.
Argentine general election, 2015
Sunday, 22 November 2015
Sunday, 22 November 2015
Sunday, 22 November 2015
Mauricio Macri was elected President of Argentina, ending over a decade of "Kirchnerism" in the country.
Mauricio Macri was elected President of Argentina, ending over a decade of "Kirchnerism" in the country.
Mauricio Macri was elected President of Argentina, ending over a decade of "Kirchnerism" in the country.
1689 AD
Treaty of Nerchinsk between Russia and China.
Treaty of Nerchinsk between Russia and China.
Treaty of Nerchinsk between Russia and China.
1968 AD
Video game console invented by Ralph H. Baer.
Video game console invented by Ralph H. Baer.
Video game console invented by Ralph H. Baer.
Abdication of Beatrix of the Netherlands
Tuesday, 30 April 2013
Tuesday, 30 April 2013
Tuesday, 30 April 2013
Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands abdicated in favour of her son, Willem-Alexander, who became the country's first king in over a century.
Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands abdicated in favour of her son, Willem-Alexander, who became the country's first king in over a century.
Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands abdicated in favour of her son, Willem-Alexander, who became the country's first king in over a century.
1909 AD
Bakelite invented by Leo Baekeland.
Bakelite invented by Leo Baekeland.
Bakelite invented by Leo Baekeland.
1070 BC
The Kingdom of Kush in Nubia begins.
The Kingdom of Kush in Nubia begins.
The Kingdom of Kush in Nubia begins.
87 BC
Antikythera Mechanism invented in Rhodes to track movement of the stars
Antikythera Mechanism invented in Rhodes to track movement of the stars
Antikythera Mechanism invented in Rhodes to track movement of the stars
1985 AD
Mikhail Gorbachev becomes Soviet leader.
Mikhail Gorbachev becomes Soviet leader.
Mikhail Gorbachev becomes Soviet leader.
961 BC
David dies and his throne is replaced by his son Solomon.
David dies and his throne is replaced by his son Solomon.
David dies and his throne is replaced by his son Solomon.
814 AD
Arabs start using the Indian numerals 0 through 9.
Arabs start using the Indian numerals 0 through 9.
Arabs start using the Indian numerals 0 through 9.
Predictions and Events for the 2020s
By the mid-2020s, the world population is projected to surpass 8 billion people, half a billion more than the 2017 population of 7.5 billion.
By the mid-2020s, the world population is projected to surpass 8 billion people, half a billion more than the 2017 population of 7.5 billion.
By the mid-2020s, the world population is projected to surpass 8 billion people, half a billion more than the 2017 population of 7.5 billion.
Predictions and Events for the 2030s
January 19, 2038 – 32-bit computer clocks overflow to represent the date as December 13, 1901.
January 19, 2038 – 32-bit computer clocks overflow to represent the date as December 13, 1901.
January 19, 2038 – 32-bit computer clocks overflow to represent the date as December 13, 1901.
Predictions and Events for the 2020s
The Mars-Grunt sample return mission is proposed to launch in the mid-2020s.
The Mars-Grunt sample return mission is proposed to launch in the mid-2020s.
The Mars-Grunt sample return mission is proposed to launch in the mid-2020s.
Predictions and Events for the 2020s
Assuming that the Atlantic multidecadal oscillation runs through a 70-year quasi-cycle (after peaks in 1880 and 1950), its current warm phase is likely to reach its peak.
Assuming that the Atlantic multidecadal oscillation runs through a 70-year quasi-cycle (after peaks in 1880 and 1950), its current warm phase is likely to reach its peak.
Assuming that the Atlantic multidecadal oscillation runs through a 70-year quasi-cycle (after peaks in 1880 and 1950), its current warm phase is likely to reach its peak.
Predictions and Events for the 2020s
Voyager 2 is expected to stop transmitting back to Earth in the 2020s.
Voyager 2 is expected to stop transmitting back to Earth in the 2020s.
Voyager 2 is expected to stop transmitting back to Earth in the 2020s.
Predictions and Events for the 2020s
The ESA (Europe), CNSA (China), FKA (Russia), and ISRO (India) each plan to send a human mission to the Moon.
The ESA (Europe), CNSA (China), FKA (Russia), and ISRO (India) each plan to send a human mission to the Moon.
The ESA (Europe), CNSA (China), FKA (Russia), and ISRO (India) each plan to send a human mission to the Moon.
Predictions and Events for the 2030s
Plans are under discussion for a human mission to Mars by the middle of the decade.
Plans are under discussion for a human mission to Mars by the middle of the decade.
Plans are under discussion for a human mission to Mars by the middle of the decade.
Predictions and Events for the 2020s
In 2008, futurist Ray Kurzweil put 2029 as the year most likely for a breakthrough in Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). He expects that around this time, computers will reach human intelligence levels, and shortly thereafter surpass the capabilities of the human brain.
In 2008, futurist Ray Kurzweil put 2029 as the year most likely for a breakthrough in Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). He expects that around this time, computers will reach human intelligence levels, and shortly thereafter surpass the capabilities of the human brain.
In 2008, futurist Ray Kurzweil put 2029 as the year most likely for a breakthrough in Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). He expects that around this time, computers will reach human intelligence levels, and shortly thereafter surpass the capabilities of the human brain.
Predictions and Events for the 2030s
As of December 2009, the United States Census Bureau projects a world population of 8.4 billion by 2030.
As of December 2009, the United States Census Bureau projects a world population of 8.4 billion by 2030.
As of December 2009, the United States Census Bureau projects a world population of 8.4 billion by 2030.
Predictions and Events for the 2020s
By 2022, India is projected to surpass China as the most populous country.
By 2022, India is projected to surpass China as the most populous country.
By 2022, India is projected to surpass China as the most populous country.
Predictions and Events for the 2030s
Gerontologist Aubrey de Grey predicts there is a “50/50 chance” of significantly extending the healthy human lifespan by around the year 2036.
Gerontologist Aubrey de Grey predicts there is a “50/50 chance” of significantly extending the healthy human lifespan by around the year 2036.
Gerontologist Aubrey de Grey predicts there is a “50/50 chance” of significantly extending the healthy human lifespan by around the year 2036.
Predictions and Events for the 2020s
The interaction of the three main decadal solar cycles suggests an upcoming reduction in solar activity, with a low-energy period centered on 2020. As suggested by John Maddox of Nature, this might mitigate the global warming trend (at least temporarily) in the 2010s and 2020s.
The interaction of the three main decadal solar cycles suggests an upcoming reduction in solar activity, with a low-energy period centered on 2020. As suggested by John Maddox of Nature, this might mitigate the global warming trend (at least temporarily) in the 2010s and 2020s.
The interaction of the three main decadal solar cycles suggests an upcoming reduction in solar activity, with a low-energy period centered on 2020. As suggested by John Maddox of Nature, this might mitigate the global warming trend (at least temporarily) in the 2010s and 2020s.
Predictions and Events for the 2030s
French demographist Emmanuel Todd predicts the level of literacy amongst the world population to reach near 100% by 2030.
French demographist Emmanuel Todd predicts the level of literacy amongst the world population to reach near 100% by 2030.
French demographist Emmanuel Todd predicts the level of literacy amongst the world population to reach near 100% by 2030.
Predictions and Events for the 2020s
According to a 2008 report released by the National Intelligence Council, the United States will experience the relative decline of its economic and military power, driven both by the rise of new behemoths such as China, India, and the EU and by domestic constraints on its global leadership.
According to a 2008 report released by the National Intelligence Council, the United States will experience the relative decline of its economic and military power, driven both by the rise of new behemoths such as China, India, and the EU and by domestic constraints on its global leadership.
According to a 2008 report released by the National Intelligence Council, the United States will experience the relative decline of its economic and military power, driven both by the rise of new behemoths such as China, India, and the EU and by domestic constraints on its global leadership.
