Narratives
Scientists Announce They Have Resurrected the Dire Wolf
9 April 2025 In an innovation that blurs the boundaries A group of geneticists who are torn between science fiction and reality and now paleobiologists declared that they have successfully restored Canis dirus, the extinct dire wolf.
By moyensefat10 months ago in History
Stars, Waves, and Wisdom
The narrative of human history is characterized by remarkable accomplishments that distinguish our species on Earth. We have adapted to survive in diverse environments, including deserts, mountains, jungles, and the coldest regions of the planet. However, one achievement surpasses all others—the domination of the seas. Throughout the ages, humans have honed their skills and developed technologies to navigate extensive oceanic distances, revealing new territories and possibilities. Among the most skilled navigators in history were the Polynesians, whose exceptional maritime abilities enabled them to inhabit nearly every livable island across the Pacific Ocean.
By A História10 months ago in History
The Untold Story of Lego you never knew.
It’s hard to imagine a childhood without LEGO. The small, colorful plastic bricks have built their way into the hearts and minds of millions around the world. But the story of LEGO is one of resilience, creativity, and innovation—and it begins not with plastic, but with wood.
By Bob Madden10 months ago in History
LOUIS LEAKEY'S CONTROVERSIAL LEGACY
Despite having a meticulous 1400-page work about the Kikuyu people written, Jomo Kenyatta beat Louis Leakey by having the first Kikuyu ethnographic book Facing Mount Kenya, printed in 1938. As a PhD holder, Leakey could not help but hold resentment for Kenyatta who was now a published author (without even having a degree) while his own magnum opus gathered dust in a safe. Leakey was considered by many others but mostly himself as the expert on Kikuyu knowledge. Its as though he owned that knowledge and it was only his to disseminate. In fact, Leakey believed Kenyatta had plagiarized some of his material on circumcision rites without acknowledgement.
By HINGES OF TIME10 months ago in History
Dawn on an Empty Beach
When Liang set foot on the sand, the horizon was a soft brushstroke of purple and gold. The only marks were his dark footprints, which gradually vanished into the flow of breathing. The world had not yet recalled to be noisy, and the sea mist chill the air.
By MD SHAMIM RANA10 months ago in History
Houston Stuns Duke in Final Four Comeback to Reach NCAA Championship
SAN ANTONIO — In a thrilling Final Four showdown, Houston pulled off an incredible comeback to defeat Duke 70-67, overcoming a 14-point deficit in the final eight minutes. With this stunning victory, the Cougars are now set to face Florida in the NCAA Championship game on Monday night.
By Muhammad Hayat10 months ago in History
On the First Ray of Light, A Wish
In the stillness of dawn, as the first rays of light kiss the earth, there exists a moment suspended between the fading darkness of night and the full embrace of day. In this fleeting instant, when the world holds its breath, many cultures have found deep symbolism and reflection. The Daoist tradition, with its rich tapestry of wisdom drawn from nature and the eternal flow of the Tao, offers a unique perspective on the significance of the first light, a time when life renews itself and hope is born anew.
By MD SHAMIM RANA10 months ago in History
The Berbers
Throughout history, humanity has sought prosperity and well-being, but these aspirations are fundamentally rooted in a more valuable principle: freedom. Conflicts have erupted, revolutions have sparked, and ideologies have been developed in pursuit of this intrinsic yearning. Among those who exemplify this struggle are the Berbers, one of Africa's oldest indigenous communities. For thousands of years, they have resisted assimilation, battled empires, and maintained their identity in the face of significant challenges.
By A História10 months ago in History
