Tag: history

spot_imgspot_img

No Human Has Beat a Computer in Chess Since 2005

In 1997, the chess world experienced a historic sea change. World champion Garry Kasparov resigned in defeat against IBM's Deep Blue supercomputer. For the first time, a machine had officially defeated a top human player under tournament conditions. Since then, computers have only extended their supremacy at the royal game. No human has managed to beat a computer opponent in a major chess match since 2005.

Is this 2,000 year old mechanism the First Computer?

The Antikythera Mechanism is one of the most astounding archeological finds in history. Discovered within the ruins of an ancient Greco-Roman shipwreck ...

First Ice Cream recipe was written down by Thomas Jefferson

Before TV dramas or social media, early America buzzed over one influential tastemaker renowned for his continental flair. Long before Michelin stars or the Food Network made chefs famous, Thomas Jefferson won widespread fame for his epicurean adventures.

Bluetooth is named after this Viking King

In today's modern world, Bluetooth technology has become synonymous with wireless communication, connecting a multitude of devices from smartphones to speakers. But did you know that the name and logo of this ubiquitous technology were inspired by a 10th-century Viking king, Harald Bluetooth Gormsson?

How the original Lady Liberty Turned Green

Gazing across New York Harbor, the unmistakable silhouette of Lady Liberty appears through morning mist. Bathed in golden light, the towering figure wears a verdigris diadem while clutching freedom’s torch on high. As enduring symbols go, few compare to this colossal neoclassical monument, instantly recognizable the world over.

Stephen Hawking threw a party for Time Travelers

Back in 2009, the ever-curious and fun-loving physicist Stephen Hawking decided to throw a one-of-a-kind bash at the University of Cambridge. This wasn't your ordinary party; it was designed especially for time travelers. Hawking's playful experiment not only showcased his creative side but also gave everyone a chance to think about the possibilities and challenges of time travel.
0