Trivia

Trick or Treat!
Imagine this! It is Halloween night. It’s a full moon and there’s a chill in the air. You dress up as one of your favorite characters and walk down the sidewalks of your neighborhood, an adult not too far behind. You are surrounded by ghosts, goblins, vampires and witches - creatures of all sorts!
By Jasmine Aguilar2 years ago in History
Peru's Living History:
Nestled within the vast expanse of the Andean highlands lies Lake Titicaca, Peru, a natural wonder that claims the title of being the largest high-altitude lake on our planet. Within the depths of its waters, one encounters the enigmatic and enchanting Uros islands, floating marvels that harbor a wealth of unique culture and heritage. This exceptional cultural richness endures because the islands are primarily inhabited by indigenous communities who steadfastly uphold their age-old traditions—a heritage that predates even the Inca civilization. Consequently, esteemed scholars regard Lake Titicaca as the cradle of the Sun and the Inca Empire, with the floating islands standing as tangible evidence of this profound historical significance.
By afifa2 years ago in History
One Friday Morning . Content Warning.
After a period of 148 days of striking, members of the Writers Guild of America have ceased their protest and resumed their work, armed with a tentative agreement. However, the picket lines outside the studio gates are still occupied by members of SAG-AFTRA, who are not alone in their efforts.
By Rasel Hossain2 years ago in History
Why does jhal feel hot?
You have a special reputation among your friends for not liking jhal at all. Friends almost punch you while chatting. Their argument is, how can you eat jhalmuri but not jhal! Jhalpremi asked the mudriwala to rub the mudri with Bombay pepper to get a glimpse of these friends.Start eating as usual. But after taking a few swallows, he noticed that his body was getting hot, sweat was accumulating on his forehead. Even the nose and ears are steaming out. Who knows, smoke may also come out. The brain has started to explode! Played Jhal, but feel hot! What is the reason?
By Md sumon2 years ago in History
Napoleon - Emperor of France and interesting stories surrounding his life
Napoleon Bonaparte is one of the most famous and influential figures in history, but he was also a man with his own habits and flaws. Not only was he a brilliant military leader and a visionary reformer, but he was also a passionate lover, a bad singer, and the victim of some hilarious mishaps. In this article, we will explore some humorous stories that reveal the lighter side of Napoleon's life. You may be surprised by what you know about the man behind the legend.
By Andrew2 years ago in History
If I could Go Back In Time To.....
Being a history buff, who loves to revel in the mysteries of the past, I often wonder what it would be like to be transported back to a particular century - but not for too long - as I would hate to be deprived of my modern creature comforts!
By Elaine Sihera2 years ago in History
Science. Content Warning.
NASA has recently disclosed that its lidar satellite mission, which involved the emission of energy beams into the atmosphere for a duration of 17 years, has concluded in August. CALIPSO, a collaborative endeavor between NASA and the French National Centre for Space Studies (CNES), has depleted its fuel reserves. Consequently, owing to its deteriorating orbit, the satellite has lost its ability to generate adequate power for the functioning of its scientific instruments. Consequently, the two space agencies have mutually decided to terminate the mission on August 1, as announced by NASA on Tuesday. The mission involved the integration of an active lidar instrument, which is an acronym for light detection and ranging, with passive infrared and visible imagers to investigate the vertical structure and characteristics of thin clouds and aerosols in the Earth's atmosphere. Lidar and radar both emit beams of energy towards the Earth and subsequently measure the reflection of these beams off the clouds and aerosols. Lidar is classified as an active sensor in comparison to other scientific instruments that employ passive sensors to measure reflected sunlight or radiation emitted from the Earth or clouds. CALIPSO, which is an abbreviation for the Cloud-Aerosol Lidar and Infrared Pathfinder Satellite Observation, was launched on April 28, 2006, in conjunction with the cloud-profiling radar system on the CloudSat satellite.
By Shamim0092 years ago in History
The continent that disappeared for 375 years was re-informed to the world?
After approximately 375 years, geologists have made an extraordinary discovery - scientists have uncovered a hidden continent under the surface of the ocean. Named Zeelandia, it was brought to the attention of Indian news outlet NDTV, which gathered information from the science-based news organization, Phys.org.
By Md Obaidul Haque 2 years ago in History
An Elegy to Sadness: Embracing the Inescapable Abyss. Content Warning.
In the tapestry of human emotions, few threads possess the power to unravel our essence with such relentless persistence as sadness. It is a cavernous state of being that consumes our very existence, haunting every corner of our soul. Sadness, with its infinite shades and depths, possesses a profound ability to leave an indelible mark on our hearts. In this woefully melancholic journey, we shall explore the realm of sadness, surrendering to its mournful embrace.
By emam bhuiyan2 years ago in History
Operation Breakthrough!
Is Kiev now putting all its eggs in one basket? For the past 16 weeks, Ukraine has been conducting operations in the south of the country aimed at regaining the Zaporizhzhya region, which was lost to Russia in the spring of 2022.
By Brian Andrew2 years ago in History
How Four of the Most Notorious Heists Were Pulled Off
There are certain types of crime that have always fascinated me. Take heists for instance! I’ve always been fascinated by how some have been pulled off sometimes even under the most secure state of the art security! It must take a criminal mastermind to pull off “the perfect crime”!
By Jasmine Aguilar2 years ago in History
The Trailblazing Exorcist
Once upon a time, in the cradle of civilization, ancient Mesopotamia, there lived a remarkable individual whose name has been lost to the sands of time. This enigmatic figure would become known as the first-ever exorcist, paving the way for a practice that would transcend cultures and centuries.
By KEN RIVERA2 years ago in History