TriviaTales & Captures! #37
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. Culture:
Matangi, a Hindu goddess and one of the ten Mahavidyas, is regarded as the Tantric form of Saraswati. Uniquely, she is associated with a practice that defies conventional rituals of reverence toward deities. Despite her divine status, Matangi is offered, an offering that seems contradictory to the typical practice of offerings.
Her legend revolves around challenging societal norms, and this unconventional offering symbolizes humility, acceptance, and a deeper connection with the divine. Followers believe that by presenting this offering, they acknowledge their own imperfections and renounce material attachments.
What offering is Matangi offered?
Hint- Matangi is often associated with pollution, and things which are considered impure in Hinduism.
2. History:
It is almost unnatural to imagine our photographs without X, however it is only a recent phenomenon. The beginnings of photography in the 1820s until early 20th century were marked with an absence of X. Historians attribute to two different reasons. First, the widespread poor ______(6) health created an aesthetic issue and therefore X were best kept hidden.
A second reason was that since the exposure was so long (the fastest camera in 1839 took 15 minutes to take a photograph) it was recommended to the subject to take a position that would be comfortable for long periods of time.Identify X.
3. Science and Business:
In 1996, a gene named ____(4) was discovered in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Scientists found that this gene played a key role in stopping cancer cells from spreading, much like how a ____(4) can seal something in place. Later, researchers also identified that it wasn't just the gene itself but its receptor that helped suppress the spread of cancer cells, making it a sweet success in cancer research! (both the blanks are same)
Fill in the Blank.
Fun Facts:
Shogun made Emmy history in 2024, becoming the first non-English language show to win Best Drama Series!
This Japanese historical epic set a record with 18 Emmy wins in a single season. Anna Sawai, who portrays Lady Toda Mariko, made waves by winning Best Actress, marking the first time an actor of Asian descent has won in the category. Shogun swept the Creative Arts Emmys with 14 awards and then added another four trophies on the main night, including Best Drama Series, Best Lead Actor, Best Lead Actress, and Best Directing. What a monumental achievement!
Tug of War – An Olympic Sport?
Did you know that Tug of War was once part of the Olympics? This schoolyard favorite was featured in five Olympic Games from 1900 to 1920!
One of the most memorable moments happened at the 1908 London Olympics, where controversy arose. The British team was accused of wearing extra-heavy boots, giving them an unfair advantage by making it nearly impossible for their competitors to pull them over.
It wasn’t just about strength—strategy played a huge role in winning!
Photograph of the Day:
A Soul’s Refuge:
In this serene mountain landscape, three distinct shades of green are beautifully layered, creating a peaceful tapestry of nature’s finest hues. A lone animal, a happy soul, grazes contentedly on the lush grass, seeking peace in the embrace of nature, far from the chaos of the world. The quiet beauty of the scene invites contemplation, as if the landscape itself is a refuge for those searching for calm in a busy world!
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Answers:
She is offered left-over or partially eaten food (with unwashed hands or food after eating, both of which are considered to be impure in classical Hinduism)
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