TriviaTales & Captures! #32

A voyage through 3 trivia’s, 2 fun facts, 1 photograph.

Bhumi

Aug 17, 2024

A newsletter recommending good examples of storytelling across:

3 Trivia
2 Fun Facts, and
1 Photograph.

Let's dive in…

Trivia’s:

1. Style and Fashion:

Recently, a specific hairstyle has gained immense popularity among Gen Z, characterized by curly hair on top and short sides. This style, often referred to with playful names, was notably featured in a recent set photo of Superman from an upcoming film by James Gunn. The hairstyle replaces the classic side part with a look that resembles the florets of a vegetable. This trendy cut has been described as having long, layered curls brushed forward and has been widely discussed in style articles and among young people.
What is the name of this hairstyle?

2. Mythology:

____ (4) is a Greek deity often recognized by his Roman name. In the earliest myths, he is considered one of the primordial gods, emerging after Chaos, Gaia, and Tartarus. In later stories, he is described as the son of Aphrodite and Ares, while other accounts present him as a child of Nyx. Initially portrayed as a young adult in Greek poetry and art, he appears much younger in later satirical works.

This god is known for his influence in the affairs of the gods and is prominently featured in Renaissance art. Who is this god?

3. Entertainment:

The Earl Hays _____(5) is a Los Angeles company providing props to cinema and television productions. Since the 1960s, a prop created by them has earned the title of the most-used prop in film and television history. According to Guinness World Records, it has appeared in over 10,000 credits across various productions, though this figure is considered a conservative estimate. This versatile prop features a customizable side and therefore allows it use according to the need. It is available for purchase by the public for $35.
Identify the prop.
Hint- The company specializes in producing generic printed matters such as food packages, documents and advertisements to avoid intellectual property issues with real brands.

The official Olympic motto, "Faster, Higher, Stronger," introduced in 1924, got a modern twist in 2021 with the addition of "Together," becoming "Faster, Higher, Stronger — Together." This motto’s spirit of improvement and excellence mirrors the vibe of Daft Punk’s hit song “Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger,” which pumps up the same energy of pushing limits. While Daft Punk’s track isn't directly related to the Olympics, both share a groovy theme of pushing boundaries and enhancing performance!

On August 2nd, we celebrate the birthday of Acharya Prafulla Chandra Ray, a true pioneer in Indian science! Often hailed as the "Father of Indian Chemistry," Ray (1861-1944) was a trailblazing scientist who studied at the University of Edinburgh and later made significant contributions while at Presidency College and Calcutta University.
In 1895, he discovered the stable compound Mercurous Nitrite.
He founded the Bengal Chemical and Pharmaceutical Works in 1901 to boost Indian industry and was a fierce advocate of the Swadeshi Movement, viewing foreign goods as a betrayal of India. Ray was also a champion of social reform, fighting against the caste system and other outdated practices. His achievements earned him honors from the British Government, including a knighthood in 1919, and he was elected General President of the Indian Science Congress in 1920. To commemorate his legacy, India Post issued a stamp in his honor on August 2, 1961.

Photograph of the Day:

National War Memorial:

The National War Memorial in New Delhi, located at India Gate Circle, honors Indian Armed Forces personnel who fought in conflicts after India's independence. It commemorates those who died in wars with Pakistan and China, the 1961 Goa conflict, Operation Pawan, Operation Rakshak, and other operations, with their names inscribed in golden letters.

Previously, the Amar Jawan Jyoti at India Gate served as the national war memorial. Constructed rapidly after the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971 per Prime Minister Indira Gandhi's directive, it was inaugurated on January 26, 1972, to honor the soldiers who fought in the Bangladesh Liberation War. The Amar Jawan Jyoti, or "flame of the immortal soldier," served as India's tomb of the unknown soldier, with wreaths placed on Republic Day, Vijay Diwas, and Infantry Day by top officials.