Jason Wilder

The great awakening: American cicadas emerge from their age-old slumber The United States is set to experience a spectacular natural phenomenon in 2025: the mass emergence of millions of red-eyed cicadas after 17 years of living underground. These fascinating insects, belonging to generation XIV, had not been seen since 2008. The first sightings have already … Read more

An enduring success The animated series The Simpsons continues to captivate audiences after more than three decades. With 789 episodes spread over 36 seasons, the latest of which has been available on Disney+ since January 2025, the franchise is proving its exceptional longevity. Despite a slight drop in ratings in the U.S., showrunner Matt Selman … Read more

From kilts to skyscrapers: the surprising origins of GTA Contrary to popular belief, Grand Theft Auto was not born in sunny California, but in misty Dundee, Scotland. In 1988, a visionary team from DMA Design, led by David Jones, laid the foundations of what would become a videogame empire. This revelation comes as much of … Read more

A milestone for humanity: October 31, 2000 October 31, 2000 marked a turning point in human history. On that day, for the last time, all human beings were simultaneously on Earth. The launch of the Soyuz TM-31 mission from Baikonur ushered in a new era: that of a permanent human presence in space. The ISS: … Read more

The quantum revolution invites itself into musical creation In a fascinating world premiere, British startup Moth turns the codes of musical creation on their head with Recurse, a unique composition generated by quantum computers. This innovation marks a turning point in the use of cutting-edge technologies in art. Archaeo: quantum meets music At the heart … Read more

From South Africa to Silicon Valley: the roots of a visionary Elon Musk, born in Pretoria in 1971, embodies the atypical career path of a visionary entrepreneur. His first feat of arms at the age of 12 – the sale of a video game called Blastar – already foreshadowed his future trajectory. After studying physics … Read more

A prestigious acquisition comes to nothing In Ohio, Ernest S. Harbaugh was convinced that his new Tesla Cybertruck would cause a sensation. At 6 meters long and weighing over 4 tons, this imposing vehicle represented a prestigious investment for him. Initially, the reactions of the local children seemed to confirm his expectations, fascinated by this … Read more

From grief to vocation: Dolph Volker’s inspiring story After the loss of his faithful canine companion, Dolph Volker turned to a noble mission. This wildlife photographer found his calling in the protection of endangered species, particularly at the Cheetah Experience, a South African sanctuary dedicated to felines. This professional reconversion offered him an extraordinary experience, … Read more

The curse of millions: Jane Park, youngest Euromillions winner, confides in us At the age of 17, Jane Park made history by becoming the youngest Euromillions winner, pocketing 1.6 million euros. Now 27, she gives a poignant account of her experience on “Dr. Phil”, revealing the darker side of a sudden fortune that turned her … Read more

The unprecedented tax headache of America’s first pope Pope Leo XIV finds himself at the heart of an unprecedented situation that raises complex tax issues. As the first American pontiff in history, he could be confronted with the tax obligations imposed by the United States on its citizens, even those living abroad. The American exception: … Read more