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The Israel-Palestine conflict: a brief, simple history
The Israel-Palestine Conflict: Unraveling the Myths and History The Israel-Palestine conflict is often shrouded in misconceptions, with some falsely believing it to be an age-old feud rooted in religious hatred. In reality, this complex issue primarily revolves around two groups vying for the same land, a struggle that emerged just over a century ago in the early 1900s. At that time, the region we now refer to as Israel-Palestine was under Ottoman rule, encompassing a diverse population of Muslims, Christians, and a small Jewish minority, coexisting relatively peacefully.
By Shubham Bajaj3 years ago in History
Why America still uses Fahrenheit?
"Alexa, what's the weather today?" If you're in the US, you're likely to receive a response in Fahrenheit. While virtually every country on Earth has embraced Celsius for temperature measurements, the US still holds onto Fahrenheit. This peculiar choice often prompts raised eyebrows and bemused comments. But it's not just a matter of meteorological semantics. The Fahrenheit system has deep historical roots that have both shaped and hindered progress. Let's delve into the tale of Fahrenheit, its origins, its global impact, and the ongoing debate over adopting the metric system.
By Shubham Bajaj3 years ago in History
From spy to President: Rise of Mr. Putin
To truly grasp the extent of Putin's influence, we must rewind to a tumultuous era in Russian history – the aftermath of the Soviet Union's collapse. As the Berlin Wall crumbled, a young Putin found himself serving as an undercover spy in East Germany for the Soviet security agency, the KGB. The disintegration of the Soviet Union birthed 15 new nations, including the Russian Federation, which Putin viewed as a staggering loss of two million square miles of territory. He lamented the displacement of countless compatriots beyond Russian borders, labeling it a profound geopolitical calamity.
By Shubham Bajaj3 years ago in History
Why Believing in Love Matters
In a world filled with complexities and uncertainties, one timeless truth stands tall: the power of love. Beyond the doubts and cynicism that may cloud our hearts, believing in love remains a beacon of hope, illuminating the path to happiness, growth, and the deepest human connections.
By Marco Sella3 years ago in History
ATATURK
Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, born in 1881 in Thessaloniki (then part of the Ottoman Empire, now in Greece), is a towering figure in modern Turkish history. As the founder and first President of the Republic of Turkey, Atatürk's visionary leadership and radical reforms transformed Turkey from a crumbling Ottoman state into a modern, secular, and progressive nation. This comprehensive research article examines Atatürk's life, his military prowess, his role in the Turkish War of Independence, his nation-building efforts, and the lasting impact of his legacy.
By K3 years ago in History
Rohtas Fort. Content Warning.
Introduction: Nestled amidst the undulating landscape of northern Pakistan, Rohtas Fort stands as a testament to the confluence of history, architecture, and military strategy. Overlooking the city of Jhelum in the Punjab province, this UNESCO World Heritage Site serves as a monumental tribute to the vision of its creator, Sher Shah Suri. today we embark on an immersive journey into the heart of Rohtas Fort, unraveling its historical significance, the reasons behind its construction, the meticulous building process, and the indelible legacy it has left behind.
By Shams Ul Qammar3 years ago in History
Mystery Space Events That Can't Be Explained
It's clear that you have a deep fascination with space and the mysteries it holds. Your contemplation of the cosmos and the questions that arise from gazing at the stars is both poetic and thought-provoking. The universe is indeed a vast and enigmatic realm that continues to challenge our understanding.
By Kuromi3 years ago in History
Synthetic biology and bioengineering
Once upon a time, in a bustling city at the forefront of scientific innovation, there lived a brilliant young bioengineer named Maya. She had always been fascinated by the mysteries of life, and her passion led her to the cutting-edge field of synthetic biology. Maya worked tirelessly in her laboratory, dreaming of a world where biology and technology harmoniously intertwined to solve some of humanity's most pressing challenges.
By Wisdom Nkanta3 years ago in History
How About the Bermuda Triangle Mystery That Faded Away?
What's the most mysterious and blood-chilling place on the earth ? The first thing that comes to mind is most likely the infamous Bermuda Triangle this area has earned its spooky reputation after swallowing numerous ships and airplanes which then disappeared Without a Trace but is this place really so terrifying let's ask scientists but first I'll tell you a story or two one of the most infamous disappearances in the Bermuda Triangle was Mary Celeste the ship was found adrift in the Atlantic Ocean on December 4th 1872. it was days after its Journey began Captain Benjamin Briggs with his wife and a two-year-old daughter were heading from New York to Genoa in Italy with some important cargo besides the family of the captain there were seven other crew members on board the ship Days Later a British ship day gradia came across Mary Celeste by accident strangely the ship was floating under a partial sail everything on board was intact there was nothing strange with this situation except for one thing there was nobody on board the ship and the Lifeboat was missing there were no traces of people on the ship it couldn't be a pirate attack since all the belongings of the crew as well as the cargo were untouched theories like an undersea earthquake an attack of a giant squid or a natural disaster can be ruled out as well they just don't fit it was a clear day the ship was in perfect condition why would people leave it and never come back whatever the reason neither the crew nor the Lifeboat has ever been found it was November 29 1925 when the SS Cotopaxi left Charleston South Carolina and headed for Havana Cuba carrying a big load of coal and 32 crew members the story has that several days later the steamer ran into a severe storm got water in its hold and started to list dramatically on December 1st the ship sent out a distress call and since then nothing has been heard from the crew ever again the ship was believed to have vanished Into Thin Air until it was found 95 years later foreign scientists found SS Cotopaxi and it turned out there was nothing mysterious about its story at the moment the ship lies at the bottom of the ocean about 35 miles away from Saint Augustine Florida researchers are also sure that the ship did send a distress signal during a storm which most likely led to the sinking of the vessel USS Cyclops was a huge carrier ship that used to supply fuel to the American Fleet on January 8 1918 heavy and full of Manganese ores the ship departed from Rio de Janeiro and headed for Baltimore being only a couple of years old the ship wasn't supposed to experience any problems all 309 people on board felt safe and calm but this feeling turned out to be deceptive because somewhere around March 4th 1918 the ship disappeared Into Thin Air without sending a distress call or indicating it was having problems in any other way in the history of the U.S Navy this case Remains the accident that caused the largest loss of life at a time SS Alfaro was a much more recent disappearance this cargo ship left Jacksonville Florida on October 1st 2015 with 33 crew members and tons of vehicles trailers and containers on board the huge vessel was supposed to deliver its load to Puerto Rico but something went wrong a regular tropical storm that started miles away suddenly transformed into a powerful hurricane that rushed towards El Faro it started to circle around the cargo ship making the communication from The Vessel go silent but the most shocking thing was that after causing all this commotion the hurricane miraculously retreated in the same direction it had come from weeks later after a thorough and extensive search Rescuers finally located the ship it was still in one piece and sitting upright on the bottom at a depth of 15 000 feet but the blood chilling truth was that there was no trace of the crew members on board for airplanes probably the most inexp on December 5th 1945. this case got the name the Lost Patrol Flight 19 was the code name for five planes that departed from a naval base in Florida on a training flight no one knows for sure what happened to the planes but they never returned to the base most experts believe the commander of this group Charles Taylor got lost and led the planes in the wrong direction those were the machines that could land on water so hypothetically after getting low on fuel the pilots could ditch and wait for help rocking on the surface of the ocean but it didn't happen although two rescue Martin Mariner planes were searching the area all through the night and the next day they found no trace of the five disappeared planes but the most spine chilling coincidence was that one of the rescue planes failed to return to the base as well all six planes vanished Into Thin Air as if they had never existed there have been several other plane disappearances when aircraft went off Radars and never returned in some cases Pilots had to send out a Mayday distress call in others they disappeared in the blink of an eye when everything seemed to be going perfectly fine of course over the years there have been loads of theories trying to explain the phenomenon of the Bermuda Triangle for example some researchers believe that ships and planes crash and disappear in the area due to methane gas and it has indeed been proven that in some areas of the ocean floor there are massive storages of this gas therefore when gas gets released into the water the process can sink ships and make planes crash potentially it can happen so fast that a craft in distress doesn't even have time to send SOS [Music] the theory of a wormhole is preferred by those who love sci-fi in short a wormhole is a space-time shortcut while the existence of wormholes hasn't been proven yet this doesn't stop some people from believing that this phenomenon is what causes vanishings in the Bermuda Triangle another sci-fi theory is based on the interface of space civilizations it's quite convenient to blame such disappearances on extraterrestrial forces though why they would choose exactly this area for their abductions remains waterspouts or simpler tornadoes in the ocean are said to have been spotted in the Bermuda Triangle this weather phenomenon raises water many feet up into the air potentially this can make a ship disappear with ease the human error Theory may sound rather disappointing for those who love mysteries but some are sure that all the crashes and disappearances in the Bermuda Triangle happen due to people's mistakes there are too many confusing islands that are hard to distinguish from one another as well as difficult weather conditions there and now let's see what modern day scientists have to say disappointingly they claim there's no mystery in the Bermuda Triangle whatsoever the loss and disappearance of planes and ships is just a fact of probabilities researchers are sure that there's no evidence that in the Bermuda Triangle mysterious events occur more often than in any other well-traveled large region of the ocean the sheer volume of all that traffic in an area that is pretty hard to navigate gives us such unsettling statistics but on a percentage basis the number of vessels and aircraft missing in the Bermuda Triangle is the same as anywhere else in the world and what theory do you believe
By kim sarah 3 years ago in History
Shadows of Valor: The Legend of Carlos Hathcock, Vietnam's Stealthy Sniper
In a serene field dominated by bamboo and tall grass, a gentle wind stirs, swaying the long grasses in a dance. In these fleeting moments of nature's choreography, an American sniper, outfitted in a complete camouflage ghillie suit, inches his way forward, ever so slightly, a mere centimeter at a time. And as the breeze subsides, he freezes, immobile, resolute, awaiting the next gust that will grant him passage. Yet, in the absence of that fortuitous zephyr, he steels himself to persist in his journey towards a distant goal, a mile and a half away. An almost inconceivable pace of advancement awaits him – a crawl of twelve inches per hour. This deliberate, methodical progress draws the attention of none other than the local wildlife, which grazes and ambles mere inches from his hidden form. Even a venomous viper unwittingly traverses his path, unfazed by the presence of the intrepid sniper.
By Gavin Goodhall3 years ago in History
Decoding Egypt's Pyramid Enigma
The ancient land of Egypt is synonymous with mystique and wonder, and at the heart of this fascination lies the enigmatic pyramids. These towering structures have captivated the human imagination for centuries, with their monumental presence and intricate construction techniques. Built by the skilled hands of the Egyptians, the pyramids are more than just architectural marvels; they are windows into the beliefs, technologies, and way of life of this ancient civilization.
By Kobra3 years ago in History
The Hunt for Bin Laden: Inside the Covert Operation that Changed History
For almost a decade, the US was on a mission to track down Osama Bin Laden, the guy behind the 9/11 attacks that killed about three thousand Americans. This led to a big conflict that lasted until May 2nd, 2011. Even though they had kicked out the Taliban, the group that had sheltered Bin Laden, they couldn't catch or kill him. But that was about to change. The CIA had been chasing countless leads for years to find out where Bin Laden was hiding, but they didn't have any luck. He managed to escape Afghanistan, which was controlled by the US, and found safety in Pakistan, a nearby country with rough terrain and not much oversight.
By Gavin Goodhall3 years ago in History