What is the oldest known fortified settlement in the world? The answer lies in the ancient ruins of Jericho, where archaeologists have uncovered the remains…
The Silverton Trio: The Unsung Heroes Who Sparked the Global “Free Mandela” Movement
On January 25, 1980, three young anti-apartheid activists from the African National Congress (ANC)’s military wing, Umkhonto we Sizwe (MK), changed the course of South…
The Moorish Rule in Spain: A Golden Age of Civilization
The Iberian Peninsula, known today as Spain, was under the rule of the Moors, a people of North African descent, for over seven centuries. From…
The Enchanting Black Roses of Halfeti
In the picturesque town of Halfeti, nestled along the banks of the Euphrates River in southeastern Turkey, a truly remarkable flower thrives – the elusive…
The Birth of Louise Brown: Celebrating 45 Years of In Vitro Fertilization
On July 25, 1978, the world witnessed a groundbreaking medical achievement with the birth of Louise Brown, the first child conceived through in vitro fertilization…
Understanding Amnesia
Amnesia is a medical condition characterized by the loss of memories, both recent and past. It is a complex neurological disorder that can have a…
The Struggle of Solomon Kalushi Mahlangu: A Revolutionary
Solomon Kalushi Mahlangu, born on July 10, 1956, in Pretoria, South Africa, was a young freedom fighter who dedicated his life to the struggle against…
The Terracotta Army
The Terracotta Army is a remarkable archaeological find that has captivated the world since its discovery in 1974 near Xi’an, China. This collection of thousands…
Maria Filipa de Oliveira: The Afro-Brazilian Heroine of the Brazilian War of Independence
Maria Filipa de Oliveira was an Afro-Brazilian woman who played a pivotal role in the struggle for Bahia’s independence from Portugal during the Brazilian War…
The Woman with the World’s Highest Recorded IQ: Marilyn vos Savant
Marilyn vos Savant is an American magazine columnist who holds the record for the highest intelligence quotient (IQ) ever measured. Born Marilyn Mach in 1946…