April 12 marks the 50th anniversary of Yuri Gagarin’s 108-minute flight into history. Tomorrow, a Soyuz capsule bearing his name is about to rendezvous with the International Space Station.
Doctor Who turns 44
Although David Tennant doesn’t have to put up with the signature low-quality props and sets shot on video—the quality of the special effects is in line with industry standards, taking away some of the schtick—the original concept has stood the test of time: actors come and go, but the Doctor is eternal.