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The Stone of Destiny
The Stone of Scone, more commonly known as the Stone of Destiny, has quite the tale for a slab of sandstone. It has traveled to many lands, been viewed as a symbol of Scottish independence, used as the foundation for the coronation of monarchs, stolen, then stolen again, and was finally returned to its ancestral home.
By Kassondra O'Hara4 years ago in FYI
Tom Paine, philosopher of revolution
Thomas Paine (1737-1809) is a somewhat controversial historical character, particularly when he is regarded from a British perspective. He was British by birth and upbringing, but spent much of life beyond its shores in support of causes that were not in Britain’s interests.
By John Welford4 years ago in FYI
International Youth Day 2021: Theme, Quotes, History & Celebrations
International Youth Day is an annual observance observed so as to highlight the problems faced by youth globally concerned with their growth. And suitable ways are thus taken out so that the problems can either be wiped out or minimized so as to comfort the youth. Because the development of the nation is directly proportional to the development of the youths, hence investing in youth can be a fair deal any day. But the investment should not be blind because only and only after providing an appropriate Way of Living one can guarantee results which are hard to imagine otherwise.
By SA News Channel4 years ago in FYI
The pace of change.
The pace of change. The evolution of social change. The land we now call Britain was, 2500 years ago, inhabited and so ruled over, by various Celtic tribes. Exactly how long they had been there is unknown probably since the end of the ice age. So their origins may have been started about 6000BC. Each tribe or family. had their own territory and, as far as can be understood, they chose a tribal chieftain who may originally been a shaman. Some one who it was believed could transform themselves into an animal and guide the hunters to their prey. They left no written reports and so much of what we think we know about these people, is based on expert opinion, made from interpreting what physical objects still remain from this period, some information is based on much more recent reports written by the Romans, who invaded and enslaved the Celtic population. Since any such reports have to be viewed with the understanding they had to be “political” and show the Romans in a beneficial light while painting the Celtic civilisation as barbaric, peopled by savages, thus justifying the occupation and enslavement. So it is hard to get a real understanding but the Celtic “civilisation” lasted for several thousand years and they appear to have had female leaders and warriors, at least in some tribes. It is a reasonable assumption they they spoke slightly different languages and certainly must have had local dialects. It has been found that they had more contact and trade, with other countries and more sophistication than previously (200 years ago) expected. The expectation was “coloured” by the Roman records and reports.
By Peter Rose4 years ago in FYI
Are Gap Years Helpful Before College?
As a student, I believe that taking a break before setting a course for the future, is liberating for both the body and mind. School pressures students into being their best, but how can a student be at their best when they barely get a rest from tests, schoolwork, and homework. Gap years have benefits that can help students become successful adults.
By _kayla_iz_here_4 years ago in FYI
Hieroglyphics: The Words of the Gods
What are Hieroglyphics? For thousands of years people have traveled to the land of Egypt to find the columns and temples ornately adorned with thousands of pictures and symbols. Although, up until recently, no one knew for sure just what these cryptic messages from the past truly said.
By Emily Marie Concannon4 years ago in FYI
Elephants Are Afraid of Mice! And Other ‘Eek!’ Misconceptions.
Elephants have no knee joints, so if they fall down they can’t get up again. So … to avoid falling, elephants lean against a tree while they sleep. To capture an elephant, a hunter can cut part way through a tree ahead of time; when the elephant leans against it, the tree will break and the elephant will fall. Unable to rise, the beast cries out, and a large elephant tries to lift it up, but fails. In some accounts, twelve elephants next attempt to lift it, and also fail. Finally a small elephant comes and succeeds in raising the fallen one.
By Hamish Alexander4 years ago in FYI
Spirit of a Cyclist
Like raging bulls there's a sense of relentless competition which runs through their veins combined with blind ambition and fierce determination to see it through to the finish line. It's not enough to just race, it's a race to be the best. Blood pumps through their veins as they push beyond their normal limits. It's more than physical, it's mental, it's everything they are and it's what they believe in. They are cyclists!
By Gabriela Engels4 years ago in FYI
Raj Ghat Timings, Entry Fee, History, Nearby Attractions
Raj Ghat is a memorial to Mahatma Gandhi. Originally it was the name of a historic ghat of Old Delhi (Shahjahanabad) on the banks of Yamuna river. Close to it, and east of Daryaganj was “Raj Ghat Gate” of the walled city, opening at Raj Ghat on Yamuna River. Later the memorial area was also called Raj ghat. It is a black marble platform that marks the spot of Mahatma Gandhi's cremation, Antyesti (Antim Sanskar) on 31 January 1948, a day after his assassination. It is left open to the sky while an eternal flame burns perpetually at one end. It is located on the banks of the river Yamuna in Delhi in India on Ring Road officially known as Mahatma Gandhi Road. A stone footpath flanked by lawns leads to the walled enclosure that houses the memorial.
By vishal rathuor 4 years ago in FYI
Cross-promote on your blog with other writers
By integrating social media into your blog we mean closing the gap between popular social media websites and your content. People who visit your blog need an easy way to connect to your blog and share your blog's content with social media. This can be in the form of social media buttons that help your readers interact with your blog on Facebook, Like and Twitter, follow and share buttons that help readers share your content on social media, and get into your blog to help readers comment on your blog.
By Rosan Pandey4 years ago in FYI
International Youth Day 2021: Know what are the 5 qualities of a young person.
International Youth Day 2021: Today on International Youth Day, we will tell you how powerful the youth of the country are. How educated and talented are you? Along with this, we will also tell you why and when youth day is celebrated? What is its history?
By News Time Free4 years ago in FYI
