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North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA): A Comprehensive Overview
The North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) was a landmark trade deal between the United States, Mexico, and Canada that officially took effect on January 1, 1994. Its primary aim was to create the largest free trade zone in the world by eliminating tariffs and trade barriers on most goods traded between the three nations. NAFTA dramatically reshaped economic relations in North America, fostering greater integration of markets, boosting trade, and influencing global trade patterns.
By Marveline Merababout a year ago in History
Mohandas Gandhi: The Father of Nonviolent Resistance
Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, commonly known as Mahatma Gandhi, was a pivotal figure in the struggle for Indian independence from British rule. His advocacy for satyagraha (truth-force or nonviolent resistance) has made him one of the most influential leaders in modern history. Gandhi’s philosophy of nonviolence, deeply rooted in his personal belief in truth and justice, not only shaped the course of India’s independence movement but also inspired civil rights movements worldwide, particularly in the United States.
By Marveline Merababout a year ago in History
This 100-Year-Old Corpse Blinks Twice Every Day: Rosalia Lombardo
What do Arnold Vosloo, Saint Teresa of Calcutta, the boy king Tutankhamun, the woman who forcibly ejected you from her body on the day you were born, and Ötzi the Iceman have in common? That's right— they're all mummies! While we’re particularly interested in the soft-tissue-preserved variety of mummies in this tale, I assure you, your mum’s not included.
By Marveline Merababout a year ago in History
Has JFK's Real Assassin Finally Been Revealed?
The assassination of John Fitzgerald Kennedy in November 1963 stands as one of the most defining moments of the 20th century. It’s a “where were you when it happened” kind of event, akin to 9/11 and the moon landing. The President of the United States of America is among the most powerful individuals on the planet, but for JFK, that power was stripped away in an instant with the pull of a trigger. This tragic event not only shocked the world but also became a magnet for conspiracy theories, turning the assassination into one of history’s most scrutinized and debated incidents.
By Marveline Merababout a year ago in History
This Is the Worst Job in History: The Toshers of Victorian London
The next time you wake up, shower, and put on your freshly washed clothes, spare a thought for the toshers of Victorian London. While the name may sound like a playful insult from a Scottish pub, it was a legitimate job title for the tough-nosed men who made their living by navigating the dark, dangerous sewers that ran beneath London in the 19th century.
By Marveline Merababout a year ago in History
The Mystery of Supermassive Black Holes
For centuries, black holes have fascinated scientists and space enthusiasts alike, but even among these cosmic marvels, supermassive black holes stand apart. Their origins remain one of the most intriguing mysteries in astrophysics. Despite their vital role in the formation of galaxies and, by extension, life as we know it, scientists still can't say for certain how these cosmic titans came to be.
By Marveline Merababout a year ago in History
Why Did Hitler's Right-Hand Man Make a Secret Trip to Britain? The Curious Case of Rudolf Hess
On August 17, 1987, a frail 93-year-old man stood in his summer house, unplugging a lamp from the table. With trembling hands, twisted by arthritis, he wrapped the extension cord around the latch of a nearby window. He carefully made a loop at the other end of the cord, placed it around his neck, and let his body fall slowly to the floor. Within minutes, the noose tightened, and his life slipped away.
By Marveline Merababout a year ago in History
How the Nazis Lost the War Because of a Single Corpse: Operation Mincemeat
Beaches are known for the random odds and ends that get washed up: seashells, seaweed, driftwood, empty plastic bottles, and the occasional oddity. But in 1943, a fisherman on the southern coast of Spain stumbled upon something far more unexpected—a dead body dressed in the uniform of a British Royal Marine, carrying a briefcase full of top-secret documents.
By Marveline Merababout a year ago in History
The Greatest Sniper Who Ever Lived: Simo Häyhä, The White Death
On April 1, 2002, a 96-year-old man quietly passed away in a retirement home on the southern coast of Finland. Standing only five feet tall, he had shrunk further with age, and he lived a quiet life as a farmer, never marrying or having children. Known simply as Simo to the few who called him a friend, this humble man had lived an extraordinary life, though few knew it.
By Marveline Merababout a year ago in History
The Terrifying Story of the Real Moby-Dick
Throughout the 19th and 20th centuries, as global powers vied to paint the last empty spots on their maps, one ill-fated expedition left an indelible mark on history—the voyage of the whale ship Essex. While many expeditions ended in tragedy, such as Mungo Park’s African journey or Scott's fatal South Pole mission, few match the catastrophic events that unfolded aboard the Essex. This story, marked by survival, starvation, and cannibalism, stands out as one of the most horrifying true tales from the age of exploration.
By Marveline Merababout a year ago in History
Why Did This WWII Tank Float in the Air?
They say necessity is the mother of all invention, and no time in human history proves this maxim more than during periods of war. Beyond the heavy artillery, the advanced weaponry, and the outnumbering of troops, there’s something equally powerful that has decided the outcome of many conflicts: out-thinking the enemy. History is riddled with examples where deception, strategy, and psychological warfare have shifted the tide of battle just as much as bullets and bombs.
By Marveline Merababout a year ago in History
Why Was There a War Over Dinosaur Bones? The Bone Wars
When you hear the phrase “thunder lizards,” what comes to mind? Probably some massive, lumbering reptile that shakes the earth with every step. And you'd be right—well, mostly. The Brontosaurus, or "thunder lizard" in Greek, was one of the largest creatures to ever roam the Earth, measuring around 23 meters long with a neck to match and a tail that seemed to go on forever.
By Marveline Merababout a year ago in History
