NYC’s First Tape Fair Proves Walkmans Are Cool Again (Seriously)

This Sunday, Bushwick’s Selva gallery hosts the first-ever NYC Tape Fair, where more than a dozen vendors will sling vintage VHS tapes, cassette albums, and enough analog nostalgia to short-circuit a Spotify server.

Why now? Because, apparently, tapes are back. Big names like Taylor Swift and Charli XCX moved tens of thousands of cassette copies last year, according to Luminate — proving there’s no sound Gen Z won’t put on magnetic ribbon.

Ted Schmiedeler, 21, former station director at Columbia’s WKCR, is hyped. “When I listen to a cassette, I can’t skip songs. I’m stuck — and that’s good,” he said, proudly admitting he bought his Walkman on eBay like a true vintage warrior.

For under $20, fair co-founder Anthony Morton promises you can score some “amazing stuff” — or at least own a piece of America’s glittery, glitchy VHS past. Morton’s bringing backup too: the Found Footage Festival gang (veterans of The Onion and The Late Show) will be selling off duplicate weirdness from their trove of videos-that-should-not-exist.

Alongside indie stores like Paradise of Replica and Captured Tracks, the fair will also feature Brooklyn’s newly rebooted Night Owl Video and some deep crate-divers with tapes older than TikTok itself.

Tapes, Schmiedeler insists, are more than a fad. They’re survival tools. WKCR still spins rare cassettes on shows like “Raag Aur Taal,” because a lot of world music simply never made it to the internet — and, honestly, it sounds better without Spotify’s “Recommended for You” guessing badly.

Prediction: Tapes will become the next aesthetic flex. Walkmans dangling from belt loops will replace iPhones. Schmiedeler’s advice?

“Get in early.”

Because nothing says cutting-edge rebellion quite like rewinding by hand with a pencil.

1. Pope Clement I (died c. 99 AD)

Where buried: Originally buried in Crimea!

He was supposedly martyred by being tied to an anchor and thrown into the sea. Early Christians recovered his body and buried it there. His relics were later moved to Rome centuries later.

2. Pope Gregory V (died 999)

Where buried: St. Peter’s Basilica, but originally, he was temporarily buried elsewhere because of political chaos in Rome. His remains were later moved when stability returned.

3. Pope Sylvester II (died 1003)

Where buried: Archbasilica of St. John Lateran in Rome, not St. Peter’s.

He was a brilliant scholar and wanted to be buried at the official Cathedral of the Pope — St. John Lateran — rather than St. Peter’s.

4. Pope Clement II (died 1047)

Where buried: Bamberg Cathedral, Germany!

He was the only Pope ever buried north of the Alps. He died while traveling in Germany and was buried there according to his wish. His tomb is still in Bamberg today.

5. Pope Pius VII (died 1823)

Where buried:
Initially buried in the Vatican, but he spent many years imprisoned by Napoleon in France, and there were fears he might die and be buried in exile — which would have been extremely controversial. (He made it back in time.)

6. Pope John Paul I (died 1978)

Where buried:
Buried deep underground in a very simple tomb in the Vatican Grottoes, as he requested. His reign was so short (only 33 days!) that his wishes for a very humble funeral were honored, in contrast to the usual grandeur.

Motorola Solves Modern Loneliness with Swarovski-Covered Earbuds That Whisper “You’re Fabulous” in 4 Different AI Voices

In a bold move to combine high-tech with high-glam, Motorola has released crystal-encrusted earbuds so sparkly they can be seen from low orbit. Designed for those who want their ears to scream, “I don’t need friends, I have accessories,” the Moto Buds Loop offer a dazzling way to listen to podcasts about minimalism while flexing maximum bling. Preloaded with AI assistants from every major tech company except Etsy, the earbuds are poised to make your ears the most emotionally intelligent part of your body.

Motorola’s strategy? Distract consumers from existential dread with fashion-forward microelectronics, because if you can’t fix your life, you can at least make your cartilage look rich.

I Sleep in Hitler’s Room: An American Jew Visits Germany (2012) by Tuvia Tenenbom is a provocative, witty, and often biting travelogue and social commentary.

The book explores modern Germany through the eyes of an outsider — a Jewish-American writer with a penchant for sharp questions, unexpected observations, and a healthy dose of irreverence.

The title I Sleep in Hitler’s Room refers to a night Tenenbom spends in a hotel that once hosted Adolf Hitler.

It serves as a metaphor for his entire experience: as a Jew wandering through a country haunted by its past, yet attempting to understand its present — unfiltered.

The first official White House Easter Egg Roll — the precursor to today’s famous Easter Egg Hunt on the South Lawn — took place on Monday, April 22, 1878, during the presidency of Rutherford B. Hayes.

Before the White House

• In the early 1800s, children in Washington, D.C. would roll Easter eggs on the sloped lawns of the U.S. Capitol.

• But in 1876, due to damage to the grounds, Congress passed a law banning the use of the Capitol grounds for such activities.

Enter the White House

• In 1878, a group of children reportedly approached President Rutherford B. Hayes directly and asked if they could roll eggs on the White House lawn.

• President Hayes said yes, and the first official White House Easter Egg Roll was born.

Evolution of the Tradition:

• Over the years, the event grew into a significant public celebration.

• Presidents and First Ladies have added their own touches — games, music, costumed characters, and even celebrity appearances.

• The White House lawn now features rolling races, egg hunts, book readings, and live entertainment.

The first documented Easter celebration dates back to the 2nd century AD. However, scholars believe that Christian communities may have been commemorating the resurrection of Jesus earlier, perhaps even in the 1st century.

Key milestones:

• Mid-2nd century (c. 150 AD): Church historian Melito of Sardis refers to the Paschal (Easter) celebration as an established Christian practice.

• Late 2nd century (c. 190 AD): Disputes arise over the date of Easter between Christians in Asia Minor (who celebrated it on the 14th of Nisan, the Jewish Passover) and those in Rome (who celebrated it on the following Sunday). This disagreement is known as the Quartodeciman controversy.

• 325 AD – Council of Nicaea: The date of Easter is standardized by the early church. The council decrees that Easter should be celebrated on the first Sunday after the first full moon following the vernal equinox, independent of the Jewish calendar.

A person who not only commissions but adores a gold bust of themselves is best described as a Gilded Self-Gazer — a rare but luminous specimen of homo vanitas.

Such an individual may be observed in their natural habitat:

• Admiring their reflection in the gleam of 24-karat cheekbones.

• Hosting candlelit unveilings of their own likeness for bemused dinner guests.

• Casually noting, “It doesn’t quite capture my aura, but it will do.”

They are part sculptor, part shrine-builder, part public relations department, and entirely convinced that their profile — preferably in gold — belongs alongside the Caesars, Napoleons, and action figures of history.

New York City is one step closer to officially legalizing jaywalking — a common, if technically illegal, practice.

On Thursday, the Department of Transportation (DOT) held a 10 a.m. public hearing, marking the final administrative step to align city rules with a law passed by the City Council in September 2024. Although the rule change isn’t yet in effect, the hearing allowed public input. The DOT will respond later, and the change will take effect 30 days after publication in the official city record.

Key Points:

• The September 2024 law decriminalized jaywalking, and Mayor Eric Adams let it become law without his signature.

• Fines of up to $250 were possible under previous rules, though enforcement was rare — only about 300 citations were issued citywide in 2024.

• The updated rules clarify that while jaywalking is no longer a punishable offense, pedestrians must still yield to vehicles when crossing outside crosswalks.

• The DOT states pedestrians can cross any road except highways, but they do not have the right of way outside marked or unmarked crosswalks.

Councilwoman Mercedes Narcisse, who represents parts of southern Brooklyn, led the push to change the law. She cited racial disparities in enforcement, noting that 90% of tickets in 2023 were issued to Black and Latino individuals.

Why It’s Called Jaywalking

• “Jay” was an insult:

In the early 1900s, “jay” was a derogatory term used to describe someone naïve, foolish, or unsophisticated, particularly in urban areas (like a country bumpkin visiting the city).

• “Jaywalker” meant someone ignorant of city traffic rules:

The term “jaywalker” emerged to describe people who crossed streets carelessly or against traffic signals, suggesting they didn’t know how to behave in the big city.

• Pushed by the auto industry:

Pedestrian deaths soared as cars became more common in the 1910s and 1920s. Car companies and pro-automobile groups started campaigns to shift the blame from drivers to pedestrians, encouraging people to stay out of the street unless they used designated crosswalks.

• Part of a PR effort:

The term “jaywalking” was popularized by automobile lobbies, traffic safety advocates, and newspapers to stigmatize people walking “wrongly” and normalize car dominance of city streets.

First Recorded Use

• The word “jaywalker” began appearing around 1915, and laws were passed shortly after to penalize pedestrians who didn’t follow new traffic rules.

Equinor Halts Empire Wind Project After U.S. Government Orders Review

Norwegian energy giant Equinor has suspended construction on its Empire Wind offshore wind farm, located off the coast of New York, following a halt-work order issued by the U.S. government.

The decision comes amid a federal review of the project’s approval process, which critics claim was rushed and lacked adequate environmental and procedural analysis.

Equinor announced Thursday that it is reviewing the order's implications and exploring legal options, including a potential appeal.

The company also assessed the impact on the project’s timeline and financial structure.

As of the end of March, Empire Wind had a gross book value of approximately $2.5 billion, with $1.5 billion already drawn from a loan facility.

If the project is canceled entirely, Equinor said it would repay the $1.5 billion to project-finance lenders and could be liable for termination fees owed to equipment suppliers and contractors.

The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) issued the halt-work notice Wednesday, following a directive from the U.S. Department of Interior. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), U.S. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum stated that the Empire Wind project was approved prematurely by the Biden Administration without sufficient analysis.

The review raises questions about whether proper environmental and regulatory procedures were followed during the project’s fast-tracked approval.

Empire Wind is one of the largest offshore wind projects planned along the U.S. East Coast. A joint venture between Equinor and BP, the project is intended to provide renewable electricity to more than one million New York homes once completed.

It is also considered a cornerstone of New York State’s ambitious clean energy goals and part of President Biden’s broader agenda to boost offshore wind development.

Arizona Ranch Dog Credited with Protecting Missing Toddler Found Miles from Home

A ranch dog is being hailed as a hero after helping protect a missing 2-year-old boy who wandered away from his home in rural Arizona and was found nearly seven miles away.

According to the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded on April 14 to a report of a missing toddler in Seligman, a remote area located about 180 miles southeast of Las Vegas. The boy had wandered into rugged terrain surrounding his home, prompting an urgent search and rescue operation involving 40 team members.

After 16 hours of searching, the child was discovered safe in the driveway of a nearby ranch—thanks in part to an unexpected guardian: Buford, a 5-year-old Great Pyrenees/Anatolian shepherd mix belonging to rancher Scotty Dunton of Dunton Ranch in Kingman.

Dunton recalled the moment he found the boy in a video posted by the sheriff’s office. “When I was driving out the driveway, I noticed my dog sitting down by the entrance,” he said. “I look up, and the little kid’s standing there with my dog.”

The sheriff’s office praised Buford’s calm presence, suggesting the dog may have helped keep the frightened toddler safe through the night.

Officials said the child was safely reunited with his family and is doing well. The heartwarming story quickly gained attention as a testament to the protective instincts of man’s best friend.

Top Earners Shoulder the Bulk of U.S. Income Tax Burden

In a striking illustration of America’s progressive tax system, a relatively small slice of the population—those in the top 10% of earners—continues to pay a disproportionately large share of federal income taxes.

As of 2024, only 13.1 million households qualified as top earners, roughly 10% of the nation’s 131 million total households. To make the cut, a household needed to earn at least $234,769 annually, while individual filers required a minimum income of around $150,000.

While the top 10% comprises a modest portion of American households, their economic influence is substantial. Members of this income bracket earn significantly more than the average U.S. worker and pay a significant share of total federal income taxes. According to recent tax data, the top 10% is responsible for over 70% of all federal income taxes collected.

The wealth and tax responsibility of the top 1% are even more concentrated. As of 2022, this elite group included just 1.31 million households and 1.78 million individual workers.

The income threshold for entry was steep—around $787,712 annually—and significantly higher in affluent states like California, Connecticut, and Massachusetts, where it exceeded $1 million. In contrast, states with lower living costs, like West Virginia, had thresholds closer to $420,000.

THE BINDER DOCTRINE:
Whitmer’s Surprise Cameo in Trump’s Oval Office Reality Show

In a moment sure to be archived under “Nope, not today”, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer inadvertently pioneered a new political survival tactic: The Binder Shield—the ancient art of blocking your face with office supplies when caught in the wilds of an unscheduled Oval Office press conference.

The presumed 2028 presidential hopeful had come to D.C. to talk about boring, important things like Michigan’s ice storms and tariffs. But before she could say “Great Lakes,” she was whisked into the Trump Show, Season ∞, Episode “Let’s Sign Some Orders and Blame the Deep State.”

There she stood—“glumly,” as the New York Times kindly put it—while the former president monologued like a man who thinks executive orders are collectible baseball cards. Cameras flashed. Whitmer flinched. Then came the moment: face half-obscured by binders, she stared into the middle distance like someone stuck in an elevator with a karaoke machine playing YMCA on loop.

Her team moved faster than a campaign intern at free pizza hour. “The governor was surprised to be brought into the Oval Office without notice,” her spokesperson told CNN, “and her presence is not an endorsement of… well, any of it.”

Trump, of course, took the chance to praise Whitmer as a “very good person” and a “great governor” from the “great state of Michigan.” This is interesting, considering just a few years ago, he publicly lambasted her as “that woman” who dared to blame the federal government during a pandemic—and who was later the target of a literal kidnapping plot by people who took his rhetoric a little too seriously.

Speaking later at a college in Michigan, Whitmer offered a polite-but-pointed “hard pass” on the whole ordeal. “Not my scene, not my script, not where I wanted to be,” she said. “But I stayed in the room to advocate for Michigan. That’s the job.”

Meanwhile, critics—primarily online but increasingly meme-equipped—focused less on policy and more on her well-timed Binder Shield technique. One tweet read, “That’s not just a binder; that’s emotional armour.”

Gefilte Fish:
A ball of ground fish, onions, and matzah meal poached into a taste that only a Jewish mother could love.
Served cold, with horseradish that could dissolve enamel, and often the subject of domestic feuds.
Chilled, poached, and perplexing. Comes with horseradish that could wake the dead. Warning: bones may still be emotionally present.

Kugel:
A casserole made of noodles, potatoes, or whatever survived the Depression. It's usually sweet, but it may contain surprise onions.

“The last time I was at Katz’s Deli, I asked for the truth. They gave me chopped liver.”

Kinsh:
A meal wrapped in a mystery inside a carbohydrate.
Potato, kasha, and one mystery flavor. Lightly baked, heavily judged.

“A shlemiel spills his soup on the schlimazel. And the nudnik is the one who won’t stop talking about it.”

Borscht :
Served with sour cream and existential confusion. Pairs well with memories of your grandmother shouting at beet stains.

“A shlemiel spills his soup on the schlimazel. And the nudnik is the one who won’t stop talking about it.”

Borscht :
Served with sour cream and existential confusion. Pairs well with memories of your grandmother shouting at beet stains.

“My parents didn’t want to waste money on psychotherapy, so they sent me to a deli. Same emotional support, better pastrami.”

Stuffed Cabbage:
Beef, rice, and regret wrapped in boiled cabbage leaves. It smells like Tuesday at Aunt Ida’s and lingers like her opinions.

Mandelbrot:
Jewish biscotti. Twice-baked, three times ignored. May chip a filling.

Water flow regulations for showers in the United States are primarily set by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to conserve water and energy. These regulations limit the maximum flow rate of showerheads sold and installed in the country.

Here’s a breakdown of the key rules and standards:

 1. Federal Showerhead Flow Standard

• Established: 1992 under the Energy Policy Act

• Maximum Flow Rate: 2.5 gallons per minute (gpm) at 80 psi (pounds per square inch) of water pressure

• Applies to all showerheads manufactured and sold in the U.S.

2. EPA WaterSense Standard (Voluntary)

• Launched: 2006

• Maximum Flow Rate: 2.0 gpm

• Must maintain good pressure and spray quality

• Showerheads that meet this standard carry the WaterSense label, meaning they are both efficient and effective

• Voluntary but widely adopted by states, municipalities, and building codes

3. State-Specific Regulations (Stricter in Some States)

Some states have gone further than the federal rule to encourage conservation:

California

• Current standard: 1.8 gpm

• Enacted during severe drought conditions and is now permanent

• Applies to showerheads sold or installed in the state

Washington

• Adopted 1.8 gpm standard, similar to California

New York

• Follows federal standard (2.5 gpm), but some city buildings (like in NYC) install low-flow heads for savings

Colorado, Hawaii, Vermont, and Oregon

• Also have adopted 2.0 gpm or 1.8 gpm max flow standards

4. Multi-Head Showers

• A 2010 federal clarification states that combined flow from all active heads in a multi-head system must not exceed 2.5 gpm unless each head is controlled separately.

5. Exemptions and Modifications

• Older homes may still have higher-flow heads unless updated

• Some commercial or institutional uses (like gyms or hotels) may have customized plumbing allowances but still must follow sale/manufacture restrictions

Why It Matters:

• Reducing flow from 2.5 to 2.0 gpm can save thousands of gallons of water per year

• Also reduces energy costs (less hot water used)

• EPA estimates households can save up to $70 per year just by switching to a WaterSense-certified showerhead

• the US allows a higher maximum flow than most other developed countries.

• Canada, Australia, and Singapore have stricter limits, often between 6–9 L/min.

• European countries generally don’t have mandatory flow restrictions yet, but eco-certifications (like BREEAM or LEED) push for more efficient fixtures.

• Water-scarce nations (e.g., South Africa, Israel, and parts of Australia) tend to enforce lower limits and strict conservation practices.

Madrid Restaurant Shut Down for Serving Street Pigeons as “Duck”

A Chinese restaurant in Madrid’s Usera district has been shut down after police discovered it was serving street pigeons disguised as roast duck.

During a late March raid on the Jin Gu restaurant, authorities found plucked pigeons, questionable meat, and illegally obtained sea creatures in a hidden, cockroach-infested storeroom. Police believe the pigeons were caught locally and prepared in the kitchen without proper documentation.

“It’s not illegal to breed pigeons in Spain, but there was no paperwork—so we’re confident they were taken from the streets,” according to a police spokesman.

Behind a sliding shelf in a filthy bathroom, officers uncovered a concealed room where defrosted meat strips were drying on a clothes rack. Eight broken freezers were crammed with untraceable meat, fish, and possibly banned sea cucumbers. Bags of bivalve mollusks believed to come from Asian wetlands were also found, along with rat traps baited with rotting meat.

Police said the hidden room contained over a ton of illegal food products.

Though open for over ten years and with some positive online reviews, the restaurant has also drawn complaints of strange-tasting ducks and poor hygiene. One review warned of “terrible food” and an unclean kitchen, while another claimed family members became ill after eating there.

The unnamed owner is under investigation for public health violations and trafficking in protected species.

Turning Moon Dust into Solar Panels:
A Step Toward a Sustainable Lunar Base -

As humans prepare to return to the Moon, scientists are exploring innovative methods to make lunar living more sustainable. One emerging idea attracting attention involves transforming the Moon’s surface dust—known as lunar regolith—into glass suitable for manufacturing solar panels.

With NASA’s Artemis 3 mission targeting a Moon landing for astronauts in 2026 and plans for a longer-term lunar base, establishing a reliable power source on the Moon is vital. Transporting solar panel materials from Earth would be costly and complex. Therefore, a team of researchers has suggested a solution that utilises what is already present: moon dust.

The idea is to utilise a type of solar technology known as perovskite solar cells. These differ from traditional silicon solar cells. Perovskites possess a unique crystal structure that enhances their efficiency in converting sunlight into electricity. They are also lightweight, flexible, and simpler to manufacture than silicon panels, making them ideal for use in space, where weight and durability are essential.

To enhance the effectiveness and durability of these panels on the Moon, scientists propose developing a protective layer of “moonglass”—glass derived from melted lunar regolith. This glass could serve as a substrate (the base material for solar cells) and a shield to protect the panels from space radiation, extreme temperatures, and micrometeorite impacts.

The production process would utilise a solar furnace on the Moon. This device, constructed with mirrors or lenses to focus sunlight, would transform the Moon dust into usable glass. Since lunar regolith requires minimal purification, the process could be straightforward compared to glass production on Earth.

What makes this approach so promising is its In-Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU) aspect, which means it uses local materials instead of relying on supplies from Earth. This reduces costs, eliminates long-distance transportation, and paves the way for scalable energy production on the Moon.

Ultimately, this could support habitats, research stations, and manufacturing facilities on the lunar surface. If successful, this technology may also be applied on planets like Mars, where transferring supplies from Earth would be even more challenging.

In short, by converting moon dust into glass and integrating it with advanced solar technology, scientists are making a significant leap toward establishing a self-sustaining presence in space.

Fluoride has been added to public drinking water supplies in the U.S. since 1945 to prevent tooth decay, a practice supported by many health organizations. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that fluoridated water decreases cavities by about 25% in both children and adults. 

The American Dental Association (ADA) also supports water fluoridation, citing its safety and effectiveness in preventing tooth decay. 

However, recent discussions have raised concerns about potential health risks associated with fluoride. Some studies suggest that excessive fluoride exposure may lead to dental fluorosis (a cosmetic discoloration of teeth) and, at very high levels, skeletal fluorosis (affecting bones). Additionally, research has indicated a possible link between high fluoride exposure and lower IQ scores in children, though these findings are primarily associated with fluoride levels higher than those recommended in U.S. water supplies. 

In April 2025, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. directed the CDC to stop recommending water fluoridation, citing these potential health concerns. 

This move has sparked debate among public health officials and organizations. The ADA reaffirmed its support for water fluoridation, emphasizing its role in preventing dental disease and promoting overall health. 

Major Stock Market Crashes & Recoveries

1929 – The Great Depression

• Crash: Dow Jones lost nearly 90% from 1929 to 1932.

• Recovery time: It took 25 years for the market to return to 1929 highs (not until 1954) fully.

• Why it took so long: Deep recession, policy mistakes (tight money, tariffs), and a lack of strong safety nets.

1973–74 Oil Crisis & Stagflation

• Crash: S&P 500 lost 48% over two years.

• Recovery time: About 6 years to return to previous highs (1980).

• Cause: OPEC oil embargo, inflation, unemployment, and loss of investor confidence.

2000 – Dot-Com Bubble

• Crash: Nasdaq fell 78% from its peak in March 2000 to 2002.

• Recovery time: About 15 years for the Nasdaq fully recovers (2015).

• What happened: Overvaluation of tech companies with no earnings, mass speculation.

2008 – Global Financial Crisis

• Crash: S&P 500 dropped 57% from Oct 2007 to March 2009.

• Recovery time: It took about 4–5 years to recover (2012–2013) fully.

• Trigger: Housing bubble collapse, toxic mortgage-backed securities, and global banking crisis.

2020 – COVID-19 Pandemic Crash

• Crash: S&P 500 plunged 34% in just 33 days (Feb–March 2020).

• Recovery time: Just 5 months — a record-fast rebound.

• Why? Massive central bank intervention (Fed stimulus), government relief packages, and vaccine optimism.

A landmine-detecting rat in Cambodia has set a new world record as the first rodent to detect over 100 mines and other dangerous remnants of war.

Ronin, an African giant pouched rat, has uncovered 109 landmines and 15 items of unexploded ordnance since 2021, charity Apopo, which trains the animals, said in a statement.

Cambodia remains littered with millions of unexploded munitions following about 20 years of civil war that ended in 1998.

The Guinness Book of World Records said that Ronin's "crucial work" makes a real difference to people who have had to live with the "fear that one misstep while going about their day-to-day lives could be their last."

Apopo, which is based in Tanzania, currently has 104 rodent recruits, or HeroRATS, as the non-profit likes to call them.

The rats are trained to sniff out chemicals found in landmines and other weapons abandoned on battlefields. Because of their small size, the rats are not heavy enough to detonate the mines.

The charity says the rats can check an area the size of a tennis court in about 30 minutes, whereas a human with a metal detector might take four days to clear the same area.

They can also detect tuberculosis, an infectious disease that commonly affects the lungs, far quicker than it would be found in a lab using conventional microscopy, Apopo says.

Ronin's impressive work in Cambodia's northern Preah Vihear province has surpassed the previous record held by Magawa, a rat who sniffed out 71 mines and was presented with a gold medal for his heroism in 2020.

Since its 25-year-old beginning, Apopo has cleared 169,713 landmines and other explosives worldwide, more than 52,000 of which have been in Cambodia. The charity also works in other countries affected by war, including Ukraine, South Sudan, and Azerbaijan.

There are still an estimated four to six million landmines and other exploded munitions buried in Cambodia, according to the Landmine Monitor.

The largest set of demonstrations ever held in the U.S. is widely considered to be the Women’s March on January 21, 2017 — the day after Donald Trump’s presidential inauguration.

Women’s March (2017)

• Estimated turnout: Between 3.3 million and 5.2 million people across the U.S.

• Largest single-day protest in U.S. history

• Main issues: Women's rights, reproductive rights, immigration, healthcare, LGBTQ+ rights, racial justice, and opposition to Trump’s policies

• Number of events: Over 650 marches took place in all 50 states

• The largest gatherings were in:

  • Washington, D.C. (~500,000)

  • Los Angeles (~750,000)

  • New York City (~400,000)

  • Chicago (~250,000)