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Margaret Howe Lovatt took part in a NASA project that led to a dolphin sex scandal
Margaret Howe Lovatt grew up with talking animals that never quite left her. A slim book from her mother, about a cat named Miss Kelly who could understand human speech, planted the idea that language might not be exclusive to…
Before Disney Took Over, Amusement Parks Were Glowing, Dangerous, and Absolutely Unhinged
Long before theme parks came with glossy wristbands and perfectly timed parades, there were steam rides powered by coal, diving horses leaping into water tanks, and electric light shows that left entire cities stunned. These early amusement parks featured hand-built…
Selling Dreams and Everyday Magic: A Journey Through Iconic Ads
Long before neon billboards and endless digital pop ups, people were charmed by printed posters and magazine spreads that turned simple products into miracles. A single page could convince a reader that soap would bring elegance, that a new car…