2018 Vault: Books

"Meal-in-a-Bottle" (highly advanced nutritionally complete drinks) replaces the traditional lunch hour for many workers.Part of the 61 Fun Facts: The 2025 Year ...czytaj dalej »

The "Cybertruck" becomes a common—and polarizing—sight on American roads as production finally ramps up.Part of the 61 Fun Facts: The 2024 Year of the Eclipse &...czytaj dalej »

Introduction & Context: 2023 was the year the world went "pink" and "atomic" at the same time. It was the year of "Barbenheimer," a double-feature phenomeno...czytaj dalej »

Introduction & Context: 2022 was a year of seismic shifts and unexpected returns. It was the year "The Slap" at the Oscars stunned the world, and Elon Musk’...czytaj dalej »

Two NASA astronauts become "stranded" on the ISS after their Boeing craft experiences technical issues, requiring a later rescue by SpaceX.Part of the 61 Fun Fa...czytaj dalej »

Introduction & Context: 2008 was a year of seismic shifts that redefined the American landscape. It was the year of "Hope and Change," as a historic preside...czytaj dalej »

The Women by Kristin Hannah dominates the bestseller lists for months, highlighting the nurses of the Vietnam War.Part of the 61 Fun Facts: The 2024 Year of the...czytaj dalej »

The "Look at This Distinguished Gentleman" meme finds a new life with viral pet videos on TikTok.Part of the 61 Fun Facts: The 2024 Year of the Eclipse & The El...czytaj dalej »

Introduction & Context: 2006 was the year that rewrote the rules of our universe—both digital and celestial. It was the year a distant, icy world was s...czytaj dalej »

Team USA leads the total medal count, fueled by iconic performances from Simone Biles, Katie Ledecky, and the "Avengers" of USA Basketball.Part of the 61 Fun Fa...czytaj dalej »

Elon Musk launches his personal Tesla Roadster into space on the Falcon Heavy rocket, playing Bowie on loop.read more »

The confirmation hearings of Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court polarize the nation.read more »

The world watches breathlessly in July as all 12 boys and their coach are miraculously rescued from a flooded cave...read more »

Introduction & Context: 2018 was a year where the digital and physical worlds danced together—literally. It was the year Fortnite...read more »