Events

Secret History: The 1946 Plot to Make the Duke of Windsor, King of Germany
In the annals of history, certain events remain shrouded in secrecy, emerging decades later to astonish and captivate. One such intriguing tale revolves around the post-World War II years, where a covert plot occurred to crown the Duke of Windsor, formerly King Edward VIII of England, as the King of Germany. This article and the embedded video delves into this lesser-known episode of history, unraveling the scheme’s motives, key players, and ultimate fate that never came to fruition.
By MJonCrime2 years ago in History
Italy Discovers 2,600-Year-Old, Completely Undamaged Etruscan Tomb
A recently discovered, completely intact, double-chambered Etruscan tomb was discovered in the Osteria necropolis within the archaeological territory of the ancient Etruscan city Vulci. Archaeologists had been working on the tomb since April, and this week they managed to open it, revealing a double chamber carved into the rock.
By Francis Dami2 years ago in History
The History and Origins of Christmas Traditions: Unveiling the Roots of Festive Customs
Christmas, a celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ, is a joyous and beloved holiday observed by billions worldwide. Over centuries, it has evolved into a fusion of religious and cultural traditions, each with its unique history and significance. Let's delve into the fascinating origins of some of the most popular Christmas customs.
By Anthony Muthui 2 years ago in History
Deucalion and Pyrrha. Content Warning.
In when divine beings strolled among humans and fantasies were woven into the actual texture of presence, there carried on with a couple whose affection and boldness would be tried by the impulsive will of the heavenly. Deucalion and Pyrrha, relatives of the Titans and among the remainder of mankind, wound up at the cliff of an incredible storm, a calamitous occasion predicted by the divine beings themselves.
By The Must-Read 2 years ago in History
The Mystery of Ötzi the Iceman: A Journey into the Prehistoric Past
On September 19, 1991, two hikers crossing the Ötzal Alps, on the border between Austria and Italy, made an extraordinary discovery. A corpse emerged from the ice, a mummified man who lived approximately 5,300 years ago, known today as Ötzi the Iceman. What initially appeared to be the victim of a recent climbing accident turned out to be an incredible archaeological treasure that has shocked our understanding of the prehistoric past.
By Blaz0K2 years ago in History
Lionel Messi setting record after winning his 8th Ballon D'or
Lionel Messi's triumphant conquest of his 8th Ballon d'Or reverberates through the hallowed annals of football, invoking a cacophony of rapturous applause and gasping awe. The maestro, the footballing enigma, has once more illuminated the cosmos of the beautiful game with his celestial brilliance, leaving mere mortals agog.
By Ayush Chauhan2 years ago in History
The Courageous Apology of South Africa's Apartheid Era
South Africa's dark chapter of apartheid, a system of racial segregation and discrimination, left a legacy of suffering and division. Yet, in 1997, a significant turning point occurred when South African President F.W. de Klerk, in a courageous act of confession, acknowledged the government's role in perpetuating racial inequality. This apology played a pivotal role in the country's healing process and the eventual dismantling of apartheid.
By Moses Mukuka2 years ago in History
Loss and Grief
In the heart of Gaza City, where the sounds of conflict had become the ever-present backdrop to life, there lived a woman named Amira. She was a mother, a widow, and a survivor. Amira's husband, Kareem, had been a schoolteacher with dreams of a peaceful Palestine. He was a beacon of hope, and his loss in the ongoing conflict had left a gaping void in Amira's life.
By Sheena Gilbert2 years ago in History
How to overcome your mistakes
In a 2019 study, over 400 participants were enlisted to learn a mysterious, invented language. Individuals were asked about three pairs of runes— for example, which of these two characters represents an animal? Then, after a brief break, they were asked about the same rune pairs with questions flipped, as in, which of these two runes represents a non-living object? But this game had a secret— The subjects’ answers in round one determined the runes’ meanings in round two. In the first round, participants either had all their answers marked as correct no matter what, or they were forced to fail every question. This meant that at the break, every participant had the same amount of information, and in round two they were playing for real. But despite this even playing field, the successful participants from round one rose to the top of the ranks, while those cast as failures kept, well, failing. People often describe failure as a teachable moment— a necessary stumble on our way to improvement. But learning from our mistakes isn't always easy, especially when those failures are demoralizing, overwhelming, or just downright confusing. So what exactly prevents us from turning our mistakes into mastery? Perhaps the most obvious hurdle to learning from failure is how painful it can be. People generally want to think of themselves as capable and competent, and experiencing failure threatens that self-image. In a survey following a replication of the rune study, participants in the failure group indicated much lower levels of self-confidence after participating. It’s tempting to dismiss this pain as a temporary setback. But some studies have found that when people feel demoralized or incompetent, their brains often stop processing new information. This suggests that if a threat to your self-esteem is large enough, it can undermine your ability to learn. However, your tolerance for failure also depends on your relationship with the task at hand. In a study from 2011, researchers surveyed a group of American students enrolled in introductory and advanced French courses. These students completed a questionnaire asking what kind of teacher they preferred— one who emphasized their strengths and successes, or one who highlighted their mistakes and corrected their weaknesses. In general, responses showed that while beginner students sought positive reinforcement, advanced students were more eager for critical feedback. Researchers have theorized a handful of explanations for these results. Having just started out, beginners are still determining if they enjoy learning French and if they want to continue studying, so they might crave praise as a way to stay motivated. On the other hand, the advanced students are already invested, so they may want to improve their skills as efficiently as possible. The process of gaining expertise also comes with its fair share of failure, so the advanced students may have built a higher tolerance for making mistakes. But whether you're an expert or a novice, it’s usually much more straightforward to learn from your successes than your failures. For example, imagine getting your grade back on an exam. If you aced it, you could reasonably assume you made good choices around when, what, and how much to study, and you can replicate those decisions for the next test. But if you failed, it could be for any number of reasons. Maybe you didn’t study enough, maybe you studied the wrong information, or maybe you did everything right and the test covered things you shouldn't have been expected to know. In cases like this, it’s unclear exactly what went wrong, making it difficult to learn how to improve. Wanting to learn from our failures is completely natural, and there’s a lot to gain by being resilient and cultivating a growth mindset. But fixating on your failures can make it easy to forget all your successes. And building on what you’re doing right can be more effective than focusing on what you did wrong.
By purpose2 years ago in History
Whether or Not You Support Israel, You Should Condemn Hamas
I'm writing this on October 9th, 2023, while Israel is still counting bodies and idenifying remains, and there are already marches around the world demanding that the Israeli Army get out of Gaza, already trying to reframe the narrative, as if guards on border checkpoints are an invasion force.
By Natasja Rose2 years ago in History
History Makers: John Willis Menard
When John Willis Menard was born in Illinois in 1838, African Americans lived in a society that was deeply divided by race. Slavery was still legal in the Southern United States, and even some parts of the North. Discrimination and prejudice were routine for Blacks, especially enslaved Black people who were defined by their lack of freedom. They were owned as property and could be bought, sold, and traded. Forced to work long hours without pay, they had no rights or protections under the law. Often separated from their families and friends, they were constantly in fear of being sold to a new master or mistress.
By Elaine Sihera2 years ago in History
Breast Tax History in India (Untold History)
This inhuman tax, primarily imposed on lower-caste women, had far-reaching consequences for India's social fabric. We will investigate the origins, implementation, and eventual abolition of this heinous tradition.
By Exotic History2 years ago in History