World History
Why Royal Inbreeding Doomed Europe
Inbreeding: the word could conjure up pictures of the ones from the Hollywood movies of villains with the scandalous family history or quite different ones like from high school biology classes when we talked about the human behavior. However, what is really inbreeding and why it has such a reputation of being biologically harmful and even terrifying?Casting oneself back, the history, science and contemporary aspects of inbreeding inhere their deep effect on human genetics and the line of royal bloodlines.
By Amine Oubih2 years ago in History
Most Insane Things Ever Found on Google Maps
In today's digital era, exploration has a totally different dimension. In a matter of few clicks, we can travel the world, discovering the hidden treasures and accidentally bumping into the unexpected. Google Maps have become our up-to-date atlases, function literally as our virtual tour of the world from the convenience of our screens. Nevertheless, hidden within this colossal inventory of imagery may be some of the most amazing creatures ever – involved from the ridiculous to the downright disturbing.
By Amine Oubih2 years ago in History
Why They Stopped Building Statues on Easter Island
Easter Island is one of the most isolated islands in the world. Once, it was covered with forests filled with different trees and ferns. But when the first humans came to the island around 400 CE, the forests slowly began to disappear. And starting from 1250 CE, Moai Statues began appearing all over the place. People made them from different types of rock: compressed volcanic ash, basalt, trachyte, and red scoria.
By Gilbert Ay-ayen. Jr2 years ago in History
Accidental Discoveries Worth Millions
The most fascinating unplanned discovery I've made in my life was finding a $10 bill in an old winter jacket. Some people are luckier, uncovering ancient underground cities or inventing something that makes them millionaires. Velcro was created after a routine stroll in the woods. Kellogg's Corn Flakes were inspired by a chipped tooth. And Plato saved a business empire from collapse by chance.
By Gilbert Ay-ayen. Jr2 years ago in History
Terrifying Unsolved Mysteries FINALLY Answered
Propitiating the past of humankind lies story that lost in the ether where mysterious and eerie is united, puzzling us in what that taught us. This collection of perplexing puzzles, some of them grim and still others incomprehensible, has gripped many generations, and their asking of answers stays as a trail of questions. However, the sun fades in the distance, but there are still times of illumination—moments when clouds go aside and the truth becomes clear under the rays of the sun. Come along with us on a trip through the chronicles of solved mysteries, where hunter for truth insatiably plow the depths of time to capture the secrets held in the past.
By Amine Oubih2 years ago in History
How CIA Stole Declassified Information From Russia
Man is impressed with the few matchless spies envisioned in the history, and it’s the to-and-fro intelligence wars between the CIA and the KGB during the cold war that stands out. It is not difficult to understand the context. The corruption of generals who sell state information to spies and planes that are shot down over enemy territories, as well as endless proxy wars whose death toll is increasing, makes it difficult to define the real winner. We shall uncover how a real-life spy against spy campaign unfolds from what we have at the end whether anyone has an overwhelming win or not.
By Amine Oubih2 years ago in History
A Tale of Liberation and Faith
In the heart of the Arabian Peninsula, where the desert sands whispered tales of ancient glory and steadfast resilience, there stood a city unlike any other. Mecca, the sacred sanctuary of Islam, held within its walls the Kaaba, the holiest shrine in all of Arabia. For centuries, it had been revered as a place of pilgrimage and prayer, a beacon of hope and devotion for believers from across the land.
By Ahsan Ahmad2 years ago in History
Unmasking Legends: The Top 10 Hackers of All Time
In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, there exists a group of individuals whose names evoke a mix of fear, admiration, and intrigue. These are the hackers – masterminds of the digital age who have pushed the boundaries of technology and challenged the status quo. From pioneers of the early days to modern-day cyber warriors, their exploits have left an indelible mark on the history of computing. Join us as we unravel the tales of the top 10 hackers of all time.
By Spiridon Matei2 years ago in History
