Roald Amundsen, born on July 16, 1872, in Norway, is renowned as the first person to reach the South Pole. His journey began on October…
Central Park: A Sprawling Oasis in the Heart of New York City
New York City’s Central Park is a world-renowned urban oasis that spans an impressive 840 acres (340 hectares), nearly twice the size of the entire…
The World’s Tallest Tree
Hyperion, the world’s tallest known living tree, stands at an impressive height of 380.3 feet (116.07 meters) and is a coast redwood (Sequoia sempervirens). Discovered…
The Epic 110-Round Boxing Match: Andy Bowen vs Jack Burke
On April 6, 1893, in New Orleans, Louisiana, two boxers, Andy Bowen and Jack Burke, engaged in the longest fight in boxing history, lasting an…
Iwe Irohin: The First Voice of Nigerian Nationalism
Do you know which newspaper holds the distinction of being Nigeria’s first? Iwe Irohin, established on December 3, 1859, by Reverend Henry Townsend, was a…
The Blood Tree: Pterocarpus angolensis, the Bleeding Treasure of Southern Africa
Pterocarpus angolensis tree Pterocarpus angolensis, commonly known as the Bloodwood Tree or African Teak, is a native of southern Africa, found in countries like Angola,…
8 Signs Someone Is Not a Loyal Person
Figuring out loyalty, especially in relationships, can be tough. Sometimes, people might seem trustworthy on the outside but lack true loyalty underneath. So, how do…
The Danyang-Kunshan Grand Bridge in China
How long is the Danyang-Kunshan Grand Bridge, and how does it compare to the distances across Nigeria? Stretching 164.8 kilometers (102.4 miles), this bridge is…
The Gotthard Base Tunnel
The Gotthard Base Tunnel, with a length of 57.09 km (35.5 mi), is the world’s longest and deepest railway tunnel, connecting the cantons of Uri…
The Crimean Bridge in Russia
The Crimean Bridge, also known as the Kerch Bridge, is the longest bridge in Europe, stretching approximately 19 kilometers (12 miles). Officially opened in 2018…