We all accept that time zones are totally normal, but they're pretty weird. For some reason, we've all agreed that when you go over certain lines on the globe, not only might you be in a new place, but your time will be different too.
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V is for the Vitruvian Man
This drawing, of a man contained within a circle and a square, is one of the most recognizable in the world.  It seems to fascinate people and has a way of transcending time and space to connect with its viewers.  It also is really easy to parody. The original document, pictured above and created by Leonardo Da …
F is for Faraday
The year is 1791.  On a crisp autumn morning in south London, Margaret Hastwell, a blackmith's apprentice, gives birth to her third son.  With her husband, son, and daughter crowded around, she decides to name the newborn Michael.  Michael Faraday. Margaret had a lot on her plate, what with two young children, a husband who was …
Jon Farrow 