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Friday, September 29, 2017
Children's Day (Dominican Republic) 2017
Thursday, September 28, 2017
Wednesday, September 27, 2017
Google's 19th Birthday
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They say life is full of surprises, and Google’s history is chock-full of them. In fact, we wouldn’t be here without them.
In 1997, one of Google’s co-founders, Larry Page, had just arrived at Stanford University to pursue his P.h.D in computer science. Of all the students on campus, Google’s other co-founder, Sergey Brin, was randomly assigned to show Page around. This chance encounter was the happy surprise that started it all.
From there, the two came together with a common goal in mind: to organize the world’s information and make it universally accessible and useful, a mantra that would go on to become Google’s mission statement. The two hunkered down in a garage - Google’s first office - and got to work.
Billions of searches later, perhaps the happiest happenstance has been how Google has grown throughout the past 19 years. Named for the number “googol” (a 1 followed by one hundred zeroes), Google inches closer to its namesake each year, currently serving more than 4.5 billion users in 160 countries speaking 123 languages worldwide.
Upon clicking today's Doodle, we invite you to explore 19 surprises we've launched over the past 19 years - including our brand new Search easter egg: Snake Game! So give it a spin and thanks for celebrating with us!
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Tuesday, September 26, 2017
Gloria E. Anzaldúa’s 75th Birthday
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For Writer and Scholar Gloria E. Anzaldúa, a Border wasn't just a Line on a Map: it was a State of Mindand a Viewpoint on Life.
Born on this Date in 1942 in the Rio Grande Valley, Anzaldúa possessed an astounding Gift fortransforming dividing Lines into unifying Visions.
Growing up on Ranches and Farms in Texas-Mexico Border Towns, Anzaldúa developed a ProfoundAppreciation for the Earth and its riches.
She fell in Love with Art and writing as a Way to capture the Magic of the Landscape around her.
She also faced Racism and Isolation, but that didn't stop her from becoming a Stellar Scholar.
After graduating from Pan American University in 1969, Anzaldúa taught Migrant Students, travelingwith them to serve as a Liaison with School Boards.
She realized early on that she lived in many Worlds at once: she was both American and Mexican, bothNative and Foreigner.
"It's not a comfortable Territory to Live in, this Place of Contradictions.", Anzaldúa noted.
She understood that the way forward was not to choose a side, but to embrace a third place — a land of both, not either/or.
Anzaldúa mapped this new Frontier with her Pen.
Her most famous Work, Borderlands/La Frontera: The New Mestiza, Alternates between English andSpanish and includes a Variety of Forms — from Poem to Prose, from Critique to Confessional.
This striking Mix of Voices and Perspectives earned Borderlands a Place on Literary Journal's List ofBest Books of 1987.
In 1977, she moved to California, where her writing soon became known in Academic Circles.
Her Theories had impact across Disciplines, including Chicano/a Studies, Women's Studies, LGBT Studies and Postcolonial Studies.
She was awarded a Posthumous Ph.D. in Literature by the University of California Santa Cruz.
Today's Doodle celebrates Anzaldúa's ability to live across Borders, whether geographical, social orphilosophical.
She put it Best: "To survive the Borderlands / you must live sin fronteras / be a crossroads.".
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Saudi Arabia National Day 2017
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The 23rd of September is celebrated in Saudi Arabia as National Day, commemorating the country’s unification by King Abdul Aziz Al Saud in 1932.
Today’s (23.09.2017) Doodle showcases the kingdom’s rich cultural heritage through the lens of national dress. The white ‘thobe’ and black ‘abaya’ symbolize everyday Saudi life. But venture out a bit further and you’ll find treasures and color galore...
Ceremonial attire in Hijaz in Western Saudi Arabia is white. Women embellish their robes with gold thread (zari), splashes of color adorn the men’s headpieces and belts.
Al Ardha, the traditional Saudi sword dance, originates from Najd in central Saudi Arabia, and is performed by men in long embroidered overcoats called ‘dagla’. Women here decorate their clothes with colorful patchwork and beadwork, and wear tasseled face veils.
People in the Southern regions of Jizan and Asir complement their geometrically patterned, multi-colored robes with bright floral headpieces.
Weaving the kingdom’s history and customs into the threads of traditional dress is indeed a beautiful medium to preserve Saudi heritage for generations to come.
Wishing Saudis everywhere a happy National Day!
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Asima Chatterjee's 100th Birthday
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When Dr. Asima Chatterjee was growing up in Calcutta in the 1920s and 1930s, it was almost unheard of for a woman to study chemistry. But that didn't stop Chatterjee: she not only completed her undergraduate degree in organic chemistry, but she also went on to receive a Doctorate of Science — the first woman to do so in India!
Dr. Chatterjee primarily studied the medicinal properties of plants native to India. Throughout her career, her research contributed to the development of drugs that treated epilepsy and malaria. Dr. Chatterjee's most noted contribution to the field, however, was her work on vinca alkaloids. Alkaloids are compounds made from plants, often to treat medical ailments. Vinca alkaloids, which come from the Madagascar periwinkle plant, are used today in chemotherapy treatment because they help slow down or stall the multiplying of cancer cells.
Dr. Chatterjee's groundbreaking contributions to medicine were recognized by universities all over the world. She received numerous accolades from the Indian government, including some of the highest awards (like the Padma Bhushan) and an appointment to the upper house of Parliament!
A firm believer in collaboration and teaching, Dr. Chatterjee also founded and led the department of chemistry at Lady Brabourne College. She started a research institute and mentored many of India's rising chemistry scholars.
Today's (23.09.2017) Doodle pays homage to this trailblazer and her great accomplishments in the name of science.
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New Zealand Elections 2017
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New Zealanders head to the polls, On 23.09.2017 Saturday, to elect the members of their country’s 52nd Parliament. Back in the 1850s when the first general election was held, citizens spoke the name of their preferred candidate to a polling official. Voting was organized at the local level, meaning elections could stretch over weeks or even months!
On 23.09.2017 Saturday, the process is much speedier and open to any permanent resident aged 18 and older. General elections happen every three years and must now be held on a Saturday, which means the exact date changes. One thing has stayed the same – Kiwis are proud to cast their votes and shape the future of their country.
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Fall Equinox (Northern Hemisphere) 2017
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Spring Equinox (Southern Hemisphere) 2017
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Thursday, September 21, 2017
Noor Jehan’s 91st Birthday
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The sad longing in the plaintive strains of "Awaaz De, Kahaan Hai.". The dreamy romance of the sweetly sung "Chandni Ratein.". The playful affection in the lilting melody of "Ve Mundiyan Sialkotiyan.". These are just a few of the thousands of songs sung by the legendary Noor Jehan, known as Malika-E-Taranum (Queen of Melody) in the world of Punjabi, Urdu, and Hindustani music.
Born Allah Rakhi Wasai to a family of local musicians in Kasur, Punjab, Jehan began her singing career when she was just five years old. Success at rural taka theater performances encouraged the family to move to Calcutta and the bigger stage of maidantheater. Theatrical recognition soon led Jehan to the silver screen.
After Partition, Noor Jehan moved to newly independent Pakistan, but her voice continued to endear her to millions across the entire subcontinent. Her renditions of patriotic songs gave courage to many Pakistanis, and her visit to India in 1982 was met with overwhelming love and enthusiasm.
Madam, as she was popularly addressed, was best known for her voice. But she was also an accomplished actress, and became Pakistan’s first female director when she codirected Chan Wey in 1951. For her contributions to the arts, the Government of Pakistan awarded her the Sitara-i-Imtiaz (Star of Excellence) and the Tamgha-e-Imtiaz (Medal of Excellence). Today’s Doodle captures Jehan's unique singing stance — her chin tilted up, her hand flung out, and a flower in her hair. Happy Birthday, Madam! |
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Wednesday, September 20, 2017
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