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World's first sci-fi writer was a woman: Mary Shelley, the 'mother' of Frankenstein

Mary Shelley, often overlooked in sci-fi history, was the first-ever science fiction writer. Inspired by cutting-edge debates on life and electricity, her novel asked questions we still grapple with 200 years later, thanks to the rise of AI. From scandalous love affairs to literary brilliance, her life was as radical as her ideas.

World's first sci-fi writer was a woman: Mary Shelley, the 'mother' of Frankenstein
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How Ham, the Astrochimp, paved the way for human spaceflight

On January 31, 1961, Ham the chimpanzee became the first chimpanzee in space. He successfully performed tasks in microgravity and proved that living beings could function beyond Earth, in space conditions, ultimately leading to the first human spaceflight.

How Ham, the Astrochimp, paved the way for human spaceflight
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CUET UG 2025: New rules, exam format & what students need to know

The Common University Entrance Test (CUET) UG 2025 is set to undergo major changes, including a shift to computer-based testing (CBT) and greater flexibility in subject selection. These updates aim to enhance exam reliability and offer students more academic choices.

CUET UG candidates can opt for subjects beyond Class 12 stream