As we all wait in anticipation for the new _Wicked_ movie coming in November, it’s a good time to look back at the long history of _The Wizard of Oz_ story. From L. Frank Baum’s original book to its incredibly famous film adaptation, to Gregory Maguire’s _Wicked_ book and the smash-hit Broadway musical, the land of Oz has appeared time and time again in books, on screen, and on stage. The Wizard of Oz: The Book Wikimedia Commons / Public Domain, Wikimedia Commons, Public Domain In 1900, L. Frank Baum published the first Oz book: _The Wonderful Wizard of Oz_.…
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Paris has been in the worldwide news lately—the 2024 Summer Olympics are being held there beginning July 26th. This flashy city may be known as the City of Love, the City of Lights, and the fashion capital of the world, but perhaps it should be known as the City of the Sewer Crocodile! Although this sounds absurd, there was once a rumor that a crocodile lived in the sewers of Paris. Surprisingly, this rumor actually turned out to be true! Discovering the Croc Source: Pixabay / Public Domain Images In 1984, council workers got a scare when working on a…
On July 11th, 2024, a case of bubonic plague was confirmed in Colorado. This sickness, which is widely thought to be history, still infects a number of people each year. Here’s everything you need to know about the plague and how to prevent an infection of your own. What is the Bubonic Plague? Pexels / Gustavo Fring The bubonic plague is caused by the _Yersinia pestis _bacterium that can infect humans and a wide range of animals, especially small animals like rodents. The plague can appear in three different ways; the bubonic plague is most common among humans. Bubonic plague…
Our universe is full of mysteries. Astronomers work every day to uncover the secrets of the solar system and beyond. Sometimes, though, instead of looking out into the sky and performing experiments or attempting to uncover new details about our world, the universe sends _us_ something new to explore. Recently, our exciting new phenomenon is a mysterious radio signal from 8 billion years ago. An Amazing Discovery Canva / Riddhima’s Images A group of astronomers based in Australia detected a radio signal that was sent out 8 billion years ago. It has been traveling through space and has just reached…
An iconic landmark on the Las Vegas strip—the Mirage—is closing after 35 years of operation. On July 17th, 2024, the Mirage will be closing its doors to make space for the new Hard Rock Hotel & Casino and Guitar Hotel Las Vegas. From its erupting volcano, indoor tropical forest display, and rich history, the Mirage is a famous Strip staple. People are rushing to Las Vegas to say their goodbyes… and to win big. What Was the Mirage? Wikimedia Commons / Farragutful The Mirage was a hotel and casino that offered a variety of attractions, including shows, restaurants, a glass…
For more than a year, four NASA scientists experienced a living experiment that simulated life on Mars. On Saturday, July 6th, 2024, these scientists finished their experiment and returned to their normal lives on Earth. What Was the Experiment? NASA NASA created the Crew Health and Performance Exploration Analog (CHAPEA) mission as part of an experiment to observe how humans would fare living on Mars. Four scientists lived in a 3D-printed Mars replica for a little more than a year. The goal was to see if they would be able to survive with all of the stressors that actual space…
Journalist Pedro Moura and a group of his friends walked all 25-miles of Sunset Boulevard in 2023. This year, in 2024, they wanted to up their game. On April 28th, 2024, Moura and a large group of his friends walked over 28 miles down Los Angeles’s longest continuous street: Western Avenue. But… Why? Wikimedia Commons / Chevy111 This trek down Western Avenue was the group’s third annual attempt to hike the entire length of one of LA’s most winding roads. In 2022, they walked all 16 miles of Wilshire Boulevard. Last year, they conquered all 25 miles of Sunset Boulevard.…
Everyone gets stressed out sometimes. However, each person has a unique perspective as to what they find relaxing. Luckily, if we look at our zodiacs, we might find some guidance. The world would be a better place if everyone was a little more relaxed. Find your sun sign on this list and you might just discover what really works for you! Aries (March 21st – April 19th) Pexels / Daniel Reche Aries are impulsive and energetic. Therefore, passive or stationary relaxation methods are not ideal. Movement-based relaxation techniques like dynamic yoga, high-intensity interval training (HIIT) exercise, or endurance sports are…
Audiences love to hate a villain. From high school mean girls to power-hungry doyennes to magical witches, movies have showcased a variety of vicious villainesses. The best performances stick with us far after we’ve watched a movie. Although we’re sure that these ladies are lovely in real life, they’ve successfully embodied unforgettable villains on screen. Margaret Hamilton as the Wicked Witch The Wizard of Oz (1939) / Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer / IMDB Margaret Hamilton as the Wicked Witch of the West begins our list. The classic and iconic villain from _The Wizard of Oz_ scared all of us—at least a little bit—as…
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