TriviaTales & Captures! #2.2
A voyage through 3 trivia’s, 2 fun facts, 1 photograph.
A newsletter recommending good examples of storytelling across:
3 Trivia
2 Fun Facts, and
1 Photograph.
Let's dive in…
Trivia’s:
1. General:
Our eyes take 10-30 minutes to adjust to complete darkness due to the production of a light-sensitive chemical called rhodopsin. Even a brief exposure to light disrupts this process, creating challenges for those navigating between light and dark environments, such as during combat or in confined, poorly lit spaces.
In children’s cartoons and storybooks, a clever solution to this problem has become a well-known symbol associated with characters who love treasure hunts.
Where have we commonly seen this depiction?
2. Culture:
This vibrant art form, with roots stretching back to ancient civilizations like the Indus Valley, started making a "jingle" during the British colonial period. In the early 20th century, it began in cities like Karachi, known as a major hub for this artistry.
The term American troops coined for it while in Afghanistan hints at its musical quality. What is this colorful form of expression, often seen with poetic verses, religious symbols, and elaborate carvings?
3. Business and Literature:
This tech giant, often associated with an upbeat and whimsical motto, is the focus of a 2011 memoir written by its 59th employee, Douglas Edwards. The book, celebrated for its sharp writing and humorous take on the company's early days, takes its title from a playful button on the company's search engine homepage. The button allows users to skip directly to the top search result, reflecting the company's innovative and user-friendly ethos.
Which tech company and what is the title of the book?
Fun Facts:
To celebrate the launch of the exclusive Adizero Desert Runner collection, adidas collaborated with renowned earth artist David Popa to create a jaw-dropping 100-meter-wide anamorphic art piece in Sharjah’s Al Madam desert. Inspired by the resilience of runners and the majestic Arabian landscapes, the artwork mirrors the shoe’s fusion of advanced technology and desert-inspired design. Crafted from eco-friendly materials, this massive installation beautifully captures the boundless energy of the desert, blending art, nature, and innovation in a way that’s truly one-of-a-kind!
What does Makar mean in Makar Sankranti?
When the Sun enters Capricorn (Makar Rashi), it marks the beginning of warmer, longer days as the Sun moves northward.
- Known as Uttarayan in Gujarat, they eat undhiyu and fly kites
- In Maharashtra, they eat Tilgul
- In Karnataka, they eat Ellu Bella
- In Tamil Nadu, they celebrate Pongal for 4 days
- In UP and Bihar, people take a holy dip in the Ganges
- In West Bengal, it's called Poush Sankranti
- In Assam, it's celebrated as Magh Bihu
- In Punjab and Haryana, they celebrate Lohri with bonfires to express joy over crop harvest
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Photograph of the Day:
Eyes:
A young boy perched on his elder brother's shoulders, his innocent eyes with trust and wonder, a silent expression of complete faith in the one who carries him.
In the distance, their mother’s voice calls them home, pulling them from their world of play. Yet in this instant, the boy’s universe feels whole—secure on his brother’s shoulders, shielded by love.
The beauty of simple connections, where trust is pure, and love silently carries the weight of another.
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Answers:
Pirates wearing eye patches.
Truck art decoration
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