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“Uri Geller may have psychic powers by means of which he can bend spoons; if so, he appears to be doing it the hard way.”

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James Randi

James Randi, born as James Randi, is a renowned magician and scientific advocate. He was born on August 7, 1928, in Ontario, Canada. Randi is known for his exceptional magical skills and his work in exposing pseudoscience, and he founded the 'James Randi Educational Foundation' to promote education and public awareness of the scientific method. more

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