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Returning to the Stars

After inspiring a generation of young people, "Star Trek" creator Gene Roddenberry was among the first people to be buried in space with the help of the memorial spaceflight company Celestis

There are a few shows in the history of American television as iconic and groundbreaking as “Star Trek.” To the millions of fans around the world, Star Trek is more than a series, but rather a vision of a brighter … Continue reading

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The Bizarre Fate of Cremation Ashes

8 Creative Ways People Have Utilized or Disposed of Cremation Remains

1. Fireworks Gonzo journalist Hunter S Thompson planned his funeral years before his death. When he took his own life in 2005, Johnny Depp, who had befriended Thompson while preparing to play his character in the 1998 film adaptation of Fear and … Continue reading

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