World History
Göbekli Tepe: The Ancient Enigma That Rewrites History
What if our ancestors were far more advanced than we thought? Picture this: 12,000 years ago, before writing, farming, or cities, hunter-gatherers in what’s now Turkey built a massive temple with 20-ton stones.
By Natik Ahsan10 months ago in History
Israel commits Gaza genocide under world’s ‘watchful eye’, ICJ told
"The International Criminal Court Hears the Gaza Genocide Case as Israel's War Continues" – The International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague heard harrowing testimony this week as South Africa presented its case accusing Israel of committing genocide in Gaza—a conflict unfolding, as one lawyer put it, "under the world’s watchful eye." The historic hearings have rekindled global debate regarding Israel's military offensive, which has resulted in the deaths of over 34,000 Palestinians, the displacement of 1.9 million people, and the destruction of much of Gaza. "A Calculated Destruction of Life"
By Rakib Hasan10 months ago in History
Timaeus of Tauromenium
The ancient era was inhabited by numerous historians whose contributions significantly influenced our comprehension of history. One notable figure was Timaeus of Tauromenium (circa 350–260 BCE), a Greek historian from Sicily whose writings offered essential perspectives on the history of Sicily, Italy, and the broader Mediterranean region. Although much of his work has been lost over time, existing fragments and citations by later authors highlight him as a diligent scholar who documented the rise and decline of cities, the actions of tyrants, and the cultural interactions between Greeks and non-Greeks. This essay examines Timaeus' life, his principal works, his research methods, and his impact on ancient historiography. By reconstructing the remaining fragments and evaluating his influence on subsequent historians such as Polybius and Diodorus Siculus, we can better understand his role in shaping our knowledge of the ancient world.
By A História10 months ago in History
The Spirit of America: Celebrating Culture, Innovation, and Dive
The Soul of America: Celebrating Culture, Development, and Differing qualities America, the arrive of openings, advancement, and wealthy social legacy, stands as a reference point for the world. From its magnificent scenes to the energetic cities that drive worldwide alter, the Joined together States is more than fair a nation; it could be a image of opportunity, advance, and solidarity through differences. The assorted soul of America can be followed back to its establishing and is reflected in each angle of its society, from the expressions to innovation, legislative issues to social developments.
By Maharuf Islam10 months ago in History
“Yartsa Gunbu: The Billion-Dollar Fungus That Rivals Gold”. AI-Generated.
The Green Fortune: The Narrative of the Most Costly Plant Ever Unearthed In a realm where assets such as gold, diamonds, and petroleum are esteemed for their significance, few would contemplate that an unassuming plant could compete with these in value. Nevertheless, throughout history, certain flora have become invaluableeither due to scarcity, therapeutic qualities, spiritual relevance, or considerable market demand. Among these, one distinguishes itself: Yartsa Gunbu, often described as the “Himalayan Viagra,” recognized as the most costly plant-derived substance on Earth by weight.
By Say the truth 10 months ago in History
Biography of John Logie Baird the world's first mechanical television system
John Logie Baird FRSE ( 13 August 1888 – 14 June 1946) was a Scottish inventor, electrical engineer, and innovator who demonstrated the world's first mechanical television system on 26 January 1926. He went on to invent the first publicly demonstrated colour television system and the first viable purely electronic colour television picture tube.
By Favour Nyimbili10 months ago in History
"Flor de la Mar: The Billion-Dollar Shipwreck of the Malacca Conquest"
The Flor de la Mar (1511): The Lost Wealth of the Malacca Conquested In the early 16th century, amid Portugal’s assertive expansion across Asia, one vessel epitomized the immense fortune and danger of European conquest: the Flor de la Mar. Constructed as a Portuguese carrack and utilized in Asia during the golden period of maritime exploration, the Flor de la Mar was reputed to be transporting one of the largest fortunes ever extracted in historyyet it vanished eternally in the Strait of Malacca.
By Say the truth 10 months ago in History
"The Vanished Galleon: The Mysterious Fate of San Miguel (1519)" . AI-Generated.
San Miguel (1519): The Spanish Galleon That Vanished Into the Depths of the Bahamas During the prosperous era of Spanish exploration, the Caribbean seas served as both thoroughfares to immense wealth and cemeteries for those who dared to confront their wrath. Among the numerous vessels lost to history, few are as enigmatic and captivating as the San Miguel, a treasure-laden Spanish galleon that disappeared in 1519 while traversing the perilous waters near the Bahamas.
By Say the truth 10 months ago in History
The International Space Station Can Continue to Function After 2030, According to a Veteran NASA Astronaut
The aging orbital outpost has a good chance of remaining a crucial hub for science and exploration well into the next decade if it receives regular upkeep and international cooperation. As the International Space Station (ISS) nears its 25th year in orbit, a veteran NASA astronaut is challenging the prevailing assumption that the orbital laboratory must be retired by 2030. Dr. Karen Nyberg, an engineer and former NASA astronaut who has spent nearly six months aboard the ISS, believes the station can continue operating safely and effectively well beyond the next five years.
By Shahriar Noman10 months ago in History
The Boy Who Painted the War in Color
Somewhere in the forgotten attics of Europe, hidden between faded letters and crumbling photographs, there are whispers of a boy who painted the war — not in black and white, like the newspapers showed — but in wild, searing color.
By Muhammad Sabeel10 months ago in History
"USS Cyclops: The Greatest Sea Mystery in U.S. Naval History"
Vanished Without a Trace: The Enigmatic Disappearance of the USS Cyclops (1918) Within the extensive chronicles of naval history, few vanishings are as perplexing and unsettling as that of the USS Cyclops, a U. S. Navy collier that disappeared in 1918 during World War I. With 306 crew and passengers on board, it signifies the largest non-combat loss of life in U. S. Navy history.
By Say the truth 10 months ago in History
