Evolution of video games from Pong to 3D arcades
The article traces video-game history from Pong in 1972 to home consoles in 1975 and early hits like Space Invaders Donkey Kong Frogger Asteroids and Pac Man. It notes arcades becoming profitable and future tech such as voice responsive and cockpit style games, with development costs reaching up to 3 million.
Elephant trunk facts and training notes
A short nonfiction piece explains that an elephant’s trunk is powerful and versatile used for eating drinking and showering and can hold about 2 gallons of water. It highlights its strong sense of smell and notes elephants are easy to train than dogs and that Asian elephants are gentle and intelligent, common in circuses.
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