When people talk of past events in the present tense, it’s called speaking in the historical present. While it can help make scenes feel more vivid, James Somers argues that its prevalence makes it more challenging to discuss events in the recent past. He points to the New York Times’ “Daily” podcast as an example; it’s genuinely difficult to parse if they’re talking about the past or the present because the host insists on using the historical present. Read full article here
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The First Solar-Powered Car Comes at a Hot Price
The Lightyear O is a revolutionary electric car powered by the sun. Developed by a Dutch startup, the four-door sedan has over 50 square feet of solar panels on its roof and hood, generating up to 43 miles of energy a day. With production now underway in Finland, the car does come with a hefty price tag at $262,000, but the company hopes to introduce a more affordable version, the Lightyear 2, by 2025. Read full article here