Towel Day and Glorious 25th of May tributes to Douglas Adams and Terry Pratchett

On May 25 readers observed Towel Day and the Glorious 25th of May to honor Douglas Adams and Terry Pratchett, carrying towels, quoting "Don't Panic," and invoking "42." The Lo‑Fi Orchestra released a Journey of the Sorcerer tribute tying the Eagles' piece to The Hitchhiker's Guide, and artists showcased Discworld's World Turtle in new 'World on a Turtle's Back' exhibits. Critics and writers urged renewed readership of Terry Pratchett, warning his comic genius risks being forgotten and stressing both authors' continued influence on science fiction and satire.