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“Most mathematicians prove what they can, von Neumann proves what he wants”
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It is indeed supremely difficult to effectively refute the claim that John von Neumann is likely the most intelligent person who has ever lived. By the time of his death in 1957 at the modest age of 53, the Hungarian polymath had not only revolutionized several subfields of mathematics and physics but also made foundational contributions to pure economics and statistics and taken key parts in the invention of the atomic bomb, nuclear energy and digital computing.
In 1989, the Longest Cab Ride Ever occurred: 14,000 miles at a cost of $16,000.
In 1990, the World Health Organization removed homosexuality from its list of mental illnesses.
In 2004, Massachusetts became the first U.S. state to legalize same-sex marriage.
In 2006, the aircraft carrier USS Oriskany was purposely sunk in the Gulf of Mexico to create an artificial reef.
In 2020, Barack Obama criticized the U.S. government s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic during an online address to graduates, charging GOP officials aren t even pretending to be in charge.”
On May 17, 1895, the longest U.S. jury trial of the 19th century concluded in the present Wayne County courthouse.
Online, telephone Medicare workshop
The Shepherdâs Center of Greater Winston-Salem will have a free online workshop for individuals turning 65 and those who already have Medicare to learn about the different insurance options available, including âOriginal Medicare,â Medicare prescription drug programs, Medicare supplements and Medicare Advantage plans.
The session will be held from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Monday through computer and telephone access.
The session is designed to explain and clarify the Medicare sign-up process and educate attendees on how to make smart choices.
Space is limited and reservations are required.
For more information or to make a reservation, call 336-748-0217 or email info@shepherdscenter.org.
Greenville, South Carolina (PRWEB) May 15, 2021 Fortis Corporation announced the hiring of Brian Gural as their new President on Friday, May 8. Fortis,
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