Events

The Himalayan Snowman “Yeti”
The people of Nepal and Tibet say that what they call the Yeti live in the Himalayan Mountains. Europeans call him, in English, a hateful mortal. A similar creature in western Canada is called the Sasquatch, and on the Atlantic coast of the United States, it is called the Bigfoot, which lives in the mountains. Is this creature fictional, or does it really exist? If it is, then what is it?
By Umair Amjad Kayani2 years ago in History
TITANIC'S HIDDEN SECRETS
The RMS Titanic, famously known as the "unsinkable" ship, met its tragic fate on April 15, 1912, when it struck an iceberg and sank during its maiden voyage. Over a century later, the Titanic continues to captivate the public's imagination, but beneath the well-documented history lie lesser-known secrets and mysteries that add layers to this enduring tale.
By Abhishek2 years ago in History
Certainly! Here are ten lesser-known facts about history
The world we live in today is the result of numerous events, people, and discoveries that have been weaved into the tapestry of history. There are lesser-known aspects of history that frequently go undetected, despite the fact that we may be familiar with some historical events and renowned individuals. This essay delves deep into history to reveal ten obscure but fascinating historical facts that will pique your interest.
By saiprasad kittu2 years ago in History
Swastika- The Ancient Mysterious Symbol
The English word swastika means, according to the modern dictionary, "an ancient solar symbol formed by two letters bent to the ninth degree of a cross." It was also the symbol of the Nazi Party in Germany. Despite such unpleasant relations, it is one of the oldest symbols in the world, and this symbol is found in all European countries as well as in India and beyond. Some people say that this island is among the remnants of Atlantis.
By Umair Amjad Kayani2 years ago in History
Unraveling the Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict: Decades of Discord and a Fraught Ceasefire
On September 27th, explosions rocked Nagorno-Karabakh, a mountainous region nestled between Armenia and Azerbaijan, reigniting a longstanding and bitter dispute that has simmered for nearly 30 years. Officially recognized as part of Azerbaijan but occupied by Armenia following a brutal war, Nagorno-Karabakh has been a flashpoint in the South Caucasus, marred by territorial claims and ethnic tensions. While occasional skirmishes had erupted over the years, the events of 2020 took a different, and more devastating turn.
By Vivian Yao2 years ago in History
NASA's Creativity helicopter flies on Mars for the 56th time
NASA's Resourcefulness The Mars Helicopter, a wonder of design weighing only 4 pounds (1.8 kilograms), has accomplished an unprecedented achievement by finishing its 56th trip on the Red Planet. On August 26, 2023, this small-scale flying trailblazer covered a striking 1,344 feet (410 meters) of Martian territory. This accomplishment represents human advancement and the soul of investigation, coaxing us to dig further into its noteworthy excursion.
By Cyril Lord2 years ago in History
The Titanic Disaster
On the night of April 14, 1912, the RMS Titanic set sail on its maiden voyage, departing from Southampton, England, with a destination of New York City. The Titanic was a marvel of modern engineering, considered unsinkable by many due to its advanced safety features. However, fate had a different plan in store.
By Tu Lipe2 years ago in History
Climate Anxiety
In a quaint coastal town nestled between the azure sea and lush green hills, there lived a woman named Sarah. She was an artist, known for her vibrant paintings that celebrated the beauty of the natural world. But behind her artistic facade, Sarah harbored a deep-seated anxiety—a fear that the very landscapes she painted with such reverence were slipping away.
By Emmanuel Falana2 years ago in History
UAE astronaut on longest-ever Arab space mission: "A big responsibilIty"
The songs of the late Egyptian superstar Umm Kulthum have been played countless times in cabs and coffee shops around the Arab world because they are profound and soul-stirring. They have now made their way to the antiseptic white corridors of the International Space Station, owing to the musical preferences of a trailblazing Emirati astronaut. Sultan al-Neyadi, who will make history this weekend by completing the longest Arab space mission ever, told the Guardian from space that he believed it was important to convey a piece of Arab culture to space during the journey.
By Cyril Lord2 years ago in History
The Jet Ski Tourists
Two Moroccan tourists who were on vacation in Algeria are said to have strayed into Algerian seas on their jet skis and were shot dead by the Algerian coast guard.
By Annabella Sossoe2 years ago in History
Be Careful September: Five wake up calls from monetary history
Take fright. This is the lesson that history offers to policymakers who are returning from vacation this week as they prepare to negotiate the most challenging few weeks of all.
By Cyril Lord2 years ago in History
The Origin of the State
Introduction: The concept of the state is central to our modern world, serving as the fundamental organizing unit of political power and governance. (1) But where did the state originate, and how did it evolve into the complex institutions we see today? The origins of the state are a subject of great historical and anthropological debate, as they delve into the very foundations of human society. This article seeks to explore the fascinating journey of how states came into being and how they have transformed over millennia.
By DeSamist2 years ago in History