The Birth of LEGO The LEGO Group traces its origins back to 1932 when Ole Kirk Christiansen, a Danish carpenter, founded the company. Initially, Ole Kirk produced wooden toys, household goods, and practical items like stepladders and ironing boards. However, during the Great Depression, he began creating miniature versions of his products, which sparked his […]
Former NFL quarterback Jay Cutler, singer Nick Jonas, and Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor are just a few celebrities with type 1 diabetes. Their stories inspire and demonstrate the importance of diabetes management and support. Some openly share their experiences with others who have type 1 diabetes and serve as role models in various ways. […]
The Christian tradition of celebrating the prophet St. John the Baptist coincides with the summer solstice. In Northern Europe, the date is still celebrated with bonfires and festivities. Swedes began raising and dancing around a Midsummer pole in the late Middle Ages. Decorating it with flowers and greenery is called ‘maja,’ also known as a […]
If you’re a fan of maximalism, you’re lucky because the style has a significant moment. Truthfully, maximalism has been a part of the design world for centuries—how it has manifested in our homes has changed over time, of course, but the idea of showing off all of one’s favorite things is by no means a […]
In recent years, we have seen a growing craze for the 1980s, and the trend seems to follow us into the 2020s as well. Everything from synth-pop to retro arcade games has received a real boost through big hits such as the Netflix series Stranger Things. Our fascination with the decade of gymnastics in front […]
The Kingdom of Unixploria recently updated the nation’s Calendar of Holidays and Observances. The government added a few new days for all Unixplorians to celebrate in the making. Among the new holidays is Geek Pride Day, an attempt to let your inner geek run free! Whether you’re a closet geek or geeky and proud, you […]
What is Steampunk? Steampunk can be described as science fiction in a Victorian setting. What began as a literary genre, has developed into a full creative boom that has become a subculture of clothing, art, film, and music. Origins During the 1970s three science fiction writers joined up to create something new. Authors James P. Blaylock, […]
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