Tag: History

The History of Codes and Cryptography— From Caesar Cipher to Quantum Encryption

The history of codes and cryptography is a fascinating topic that spans thousands of years and involves many different methods and technologies. I have wanted to write on this topic for quite some time now but couldn’t complete it due to other projects at hand. Many people on individ...

Crypto Assets with a History of Bouncing Back Quickly

Observing the first half of 2023, I secretly made a list of enduring altcoins. Those who perform relatively well compared to their fellow alts. One of the criteria why they’re on this list is volatility. Like the rest of the market, if there’s a market crash the coin will also dump, h...

Why The Vatican Is Hiding The True History Of The World Before The Great Flood

The history of the world before the great flood was hidden and overlooked by the Vatican, due to biblical ideologies and as a way to prevent the world from interacting with exotic species. History has been overtaken by powerful forces, and artifacts and scholarly articles attesting to this world be...

Glimpses Of History And Culture Through Sound And Light Show

Forts fascinate me. The Red Fort at Delhi depicts the history of the country and the several invasions that took place and plundered India before the Britishers finally acquired it. A powerful sound and light show both in English and in Hindi shows the history of Red Fort. A group of senior ci...

Historical Racism is not Simply “History” When It’s Continually Repeated

When it comes to talking about race, racism, and racialized violence in America, far too often I have heard comments like: “get over it,” “it happened 400 years ago”, “that’s in the past,” or the classic — “we had a Black president.&rdq...

Stark Admissions, some History, and a Callup for 200,000 More

Margarita Simonyan, a popular Russian propagandist for Putin, had some telling revelations that hint at a level of realization that Russians haven’t yet come to terms with — that Russia loses wars that it fights alone. She called the war in Ukraine the most difficult war in Russia&#39...

The Turkish Ceramic Vase — A Masterpiece of Art and History

During a visit to a friend’s house on our holiday in California, my husband and I were struck by the exquisite collection of souvenirs from around the globe that our friends had amassed. Among these treasures was a stunning ceramic vase from Turkey, skillfully crafted from a blend of cement...

The Pedagogical Power of Graphic Novels in History Education

Once lowbrow entertainment, graphic novels have become high art for modern storytelling. Audiences across multiple age groups enjoy graphic novels for their variety of topics and genres. One of the most critically acclaimed graphic novels is Art Spiegelman’s Maus trilogy. Maus&n...

A Brief and Broad History of Post Golden Age-Pre-Digital Comic Book Coloring

If I told you to think of a Silver Age comic book, what image does your mind conjure? Chances are, you’re picturing a comic with bold lines and bright, vibrant colors. Maybe there’s an Ape on the cover. The image in your head is nostalgic, evocative, and inspiring to many artists who try...

The Remarkable History of The Art Basel Hong Kong

Art Basel Hong Kong is a contemporary art fair that showcases modern and contemporary artworks from around the world. It was first held in May 2013 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre and has since become one of the most important art events in Asia. The Founders Art Basel was fo...

A Brief History of Generative AI

Generative AI will be the most disruptive technological innovation since the advent of the personal computer and the inception of the Internet with the potential to create 10s of millions of new jobs, permanently alter the way we work, fuel the creator economy, and displace or augment 100s of millio...

A Beginner’s Guide to Art History

Christopher P Jones is the author of How to Read Paintings, an examination of art’s most enthralling images and their meanings. When I first began learning about the history of art, I remember I wanted to understand one thing above all. I wanted to know the timeline. In other...

The History of the Nipple: Revealing Paintings from the 17th and 18th Centuries

The terms “wardrobe malfunction” and “nip-slip” entered our global collective consciousness thanks to Janet Jackson. No seriously, it all started at the infamous 2004 Super Bowl halftime show incident with Justin Timberlake, in which he accidentally ripped off her b...

A Brief History of Gaming: Part 2

Back in the mid-eighties to the mid-nineties, video gaming was still pretty niche as a hobby. By the time of the releases of the SNES and Genesis, things had come a long way, but there would be a long way yet left to go. Control schemes for cont...

The Timeless Allure of Nintendo: Leading the Gaming Industry Through History and Innovation

## Introduction Nintendo holds a special place in the hearts of many. Founded in 1889 as a playing card company specializing in Hanafuda (Japanese traditional card games), it has evolved into a global leader in home gaming consoles and video games. The allure of Nintendo isn’t ...

A History of Nintendo’s Game Engines

While many video games are produced using industry-standard game engines such as Unity and Unreal Engine, some companies including Nintendo have kept their game production information private. I started this search looking for the original game engine used for Super Mario 64 and quickly hit a roadbl...

The History of Playstation

Since its inception, the PlayStation gaming console series has revolutionized the world of interactive entertainment, leaving an indelible mark on the gaming industry and pop culture. From its humble beginnings to its current status as a cornerstone of gaming, the PlayStation brand has continually p...

Revisiting History in Red Dead Redemption 2

“They killed my husband,” a grief-stricken Sadie tells Dutch Van Der Linde and his protégé, Arthur Morgan. Fleeing from a heist gone wrong, the Van Der Linde gang has found themselves deep in a deadly blizzard, one crew member dying, the others not far behind if they can...

Piracy Is Saving Video-Game History

Video games are one of the most significant cultural forms of the last 50 years — but they’re vanishing. Commercially, anyway. Let’s say you wanted to buy a game from a few decades ago. Some fun or intriguing title you’ve heard about on a forum! Almost nine times out of...

ATHENS: MODERNIZING HISTORY

Capital city of Greece, Athens, a place dominated with its 5th century BC landmarks is a heady mix of modern and historical times. Wandering beauties like monuments, stadiums, temples, Greek coffee and the post-Olympic feels of Athens makes you wanna drag your soul all the way there. Acrop...

enopXenophon And The Greatest Adventure In History

Xenophon of Athens was a man who wore many hats. If you met him later in life, you’d maybe call him a historian or a philosopher. He was a close friend and student of Socrates. His writings are still some of the most influential works to come out of Classical Antiquity. But Xenophon lived two ...

Day 21: Back on the road: History and nature

Although most of our plans for the last weekend in Bangkok revolved primarily around sleeping in, taking it easy, ‘not doing too much’, and enjoying just being off work in a bustling city, things changed on Friday and the group split up into three: Hard weekend choice: Wat...

Motorbike Adventure: A Day Trip to Thailand History

Do you have a day off, or are you looking for something to do with some time in Bangkok? I want to share with you a day trip to Thailand History where I took time to see the historical beauty of the city outside the downtown area. A wonderful adventure by motorbike and ferry, exploring and learni...

A Glimpse into Barcelona’s History

Ancient Origins Barcelona’s story begins with the ancient Romans who founded the city over 2,000 years ago. Their legacy can still be witnessed in the well-preserved ruins of Barcino, Barcelona’s Roman name. This history is etched into the city’s DNA, evident in its cobblestone ...

The Cable Guy Invited Me to a Cookout and The Rest is History

I was loving life in Tampa Bay, living near one of the world’s most beautiful beaches, hanging out with my sorority sisters and the Bucs players they dated. But that was at night and on the weekends. Well, some weekends. A lot of the time, I was at work. As a reporter for the St. Petersbu...

Preserving History: The Art of Restoring Marble with Marble Polishing Services in Delhi

Marble, with its timeless beauty and elegance, has been used in the construction of magnificent structures and artworks for centuries. However, the passage of time often takes its toll on this exquisite material, leaving behind scratches, stains, and a dull appearance. Fortunately, in the bustling m...

King of The Desert: The Camel’s Impact on History

Throughout history, a select group of animals has significantly influenced the course of human civilizations. Horses, with their speed and power, have shaped warfare and transportation across open terrains. Elephants, with their formidable size and strength, have been paramount in war, labor, and ce...

A Local History of Dundrum

Few towns have been transformed as much so as the town of Dundrum, in Dublin 14 — it was founded in the 8th century, fortified against country folk in the 13th century and transformed into the nation’s largest shopping mecca in the 21st! One hundred years ago, Dundrum was known as a coun...

A Local History of Howth

Howth is a secret treasure within county Dublin, and anyone who has visited knows this… yet many tourists do not know about it, and many locals have yet to visit. An outer suburb of Dublin that has been settled since prehistoric times, Howth is a historic fishing village and has served as a s...

Studying history makes life more fun

This summer, I went to Dublin. I love Dublin. I lived there a couple of years, and it’s safe to say that those years might have been some of the most interesting ones of my life. It’s not the first time I’m coming back for a quick visit. This year, though, I thoug...

Exploring Edinburgh’s Dark History: 5 Must-Visit Sites for Thrill-Seekers

As a thrill-seeker, I’m always on the lookout for exciting new adventures, and Edinburgh’s dark history offers a plethora of spine-tingling experiences. The city has a rich and fascinating past, and exploring its darker side is a must for any intrepid traveler. Here are my top five must-...

History of Glasgow in 2023

Glasgow is a city that has been through many changes over the years. The economy of Glasgow has been dominated by heavy industry for much of its history, but there are some interesting facts about how this came about. Glasgow was once known as “the second city of the Empire” because i...

The most densely populated city in history

Originally a fortification built by the Chinese to protect against British invaders in the 1800s, the site was abandoned and eventually became a squatter settlement. Over time, the settlement grew and became a maze-like structure of interconnected buildings, with narrow alleyways and densely packed ...

Istanbul: The Jewel of History and Culture

Istanbul, a city where history, culture, and breathtaking views converge, continues to captivate visitors with its unique allure. Over the centuries, this magnificent city has hosted various civilizations, exuding its distinctive spirit in every corner. A Historical Journey: Throughout its histor...

From Costantinople to Istanbul: more than 1000 years of history!

Constantinople, now known as Istanbul, was once the center of the world and the heart of the Roman and Byzantine Empires. The city was founded by the Roman Emperor Constantine the Great in 324 AD and was named after him. It quickly became a major center for commerce, culture, and poli...

A History We All Share — Puppets

It is not clear exactly when the first puppets appeared, but it is well over 4,000 years ago. A terracotta doll with moveable head was found in the Indus Valley dating from 2,500 BCE, while “walking statues” were used for religious purposes in 2,000 BCE Egypt and have been found in tombs...

Exploring History And Culture

The British Museum, located in the heart of London, is a treasure trove of human history and culture. Founded in 1753, it is one of the oldest and most famous museums in the world. During a recent visit to the city in London, I had the privilege of exploring the rich tapestry of objects, works of ar...

Highways of History: The Santa Monica Freeway and Sugar Hill, Los Angeles

At the turn of the 20th century, Los Angeles had a population of about 100,000 people. In the middle of it all was the wealthiest neighborhood in L.A, West Adams Heights, located just west of downtown Los Angeles, and in recent terms just south of Koreatown. Architecturally, West Adams Heights had e...

The Strange History of Hollywood Forever Cemetery

Just south of the 101 Freeway in Los Angeles sits Hollywood Forever Cemetery. The 62-acre site borders Paramount Studios and boasts 80,000 gravesites including more dead Hollywood icons than anywhere in the world. Burial sites include Cecil B. DeMille, Rudolph Valentino, Douglas Fairbanks, Jayne Man...

The Illegal History of Tattooing in NYC

No one would try to tell you that tattooing has always been accepted in the mainstream. Only in the last few years have visible tattoos escaped a reputation as a job interview-killer or reason not to bring home a boyfriend or girlfriend to mom and dad. But the long overdue acceptance of tattoos as a...

Why My Muse is Clio, the Ancient Greek Goddess of History

As a writer, I find inspiration in so many places. Gossip whispered at parties, current newspaper reportage, anecdotes revealed by family members over a few mugs of coffee, the odd remark overheard in a doctor’s waiting room or in an elevator, and on and on. History, however, provides me wi...

Immerse Yourself in Art and History with the Louvre Museum Masterpieces Fully Guided Tour in Paris

Are you ready for an extraordinary journey through centuries of art and culture in the heart of Paris? Look no further than the Louvre Museum Masterpieces Fully Guided Tour. This exceptional experience will transport you into a world of artistic wonders, providing profound insights into some of huma...

History of Mozart: 266th Birthday

When he was an adult, he referred to himself as “Wolfgang Amadè Mozart,” signing his marriage certificate that way. His baptismal name was Latinized, as was common in those days, and he was christened on the feast day of St. John Chrysostom. Theophilus was the middle name of ...

History by People

On this day in 1989, November 24, in Prague, the entire top leadership of the Communist Party of Czechoslovakia resigned. The causes and events leading to that resignation are many; but among them are an extremely large peaceful, popular uprising. Four days earlier, on November 20, a crow...

6 Books on Roman History

After writing about the fall of the Roman Empire, I thought readers might appreciate links to a few books on the Roman world. First, let me say that in line with my thesis that the Empire fell over the course of the 7th century CE, I’ve drawn my line around 650 CE. These books cov...

The Fascinating History of the World: From Ancient Civilizations to Modern Times

I. The Dawn of Civilization: Human history begins in the shadows of prehistory, as our ancestors transition from hunter-gatherers to settled communities. The first sparks of civilization ignited around 3500 BCE in Mesopotamia, where the Sumerians developed writing, the wheel, and a complex system...

Architectural History — 01A: Photography & Frame — Ezra Stoller

Through architecture, designers are able to frame the world on an artistic platform, although their work can often be ignored by the reality of the city and its surrounding environment. Through Ezra Stoller’s work, he was able to promote the beauty in architecture in the world that was initial...

Architecture History — Drawing

Guy Debord’s ‘Theory of the Derive’ represents a drawing of the city as a series of situations, depicted as ‘the situationists’. I have taken this inspiration and crafted a personal reflection of areas in and around UTS, using key techniques and reasons similar to Debor...

The National Palace Museum: A Brief History

The National Palace Museum holds a vast collection of Chinese arts and artifacts that span over 8,000 years of history. Its origins can be traced back to the Nationalist Revolution, which marked the end of the Qing Dynasty and ushered China towards the Republican Era. In this article, we will explor...

The Town Never Sleeps -The History of Kabuki-cho

Kabuki-cho in geography Kabuki-cho is located northeast of Shinjuku Station and is approximately 600 meters square. Although the area is small, the number of stores is much larger than the area itself, with more than 1,000 restaurants, hotels, and entertainment facilities crammed into it. It is ...

Fast Fox Guides | Vienna Natural History Museum

Now, don’t let our adult bodies fool you; deep down, we’re just big kids. So, when we discovered that a natural history museum with dinosaurs existed in that city, it was a no-brainer. The museum’s exterior was nothing short of a masterpiece, flaunting grand architecture with in...

Baby Beaver Makes History in England

A baby beaver has been born in Enfield, London, for the first time since they were hunted to extinction in England around 400 years ago. Born in September, the kit and its parents are part of London’s first beaver reintroduction program that began in 2022. The birth is great news for the pr...

The Bizarre History of Cattle Dipping

In the late 1800s, a new challenger arose to threaten the booming American cattle industry; the “Texas Fever Tick”. Or more specifically, two species of cattle tick. Boophilus microplus and Boophilus annulatus were found to host a parasite that killed the beefy European cattle ...

20 Lessons from 121 Years of Stock Market History

Have you ever wondered what timeless lessons the stock market’s extensive history holds for investors? The stock market has been a dynamic and evolving landscape for investors for over a century. By examining 121 years of stock market history from 1900–2021, we can distill valuab...

3 Quick Art History Lessons to Sharpen Your Appreciation of Paintings

Walk into any of the world’s great galleries, from The Met in New York to the Prado in Madrid, and you’ll find countless images of the Virgin Mary. And almost always, she will be dressed in a combination of blue and red. As a convention in art, it makes her easy to identify. The pa...

The Mythical History of Camino de Santiago

In May and June this year I walked the ancient pilgrimage path the Camino de Santiago across the north of Spain. When I got back I thought I’d write something up on my experience and on the Camino itself but I quickly found that I had too much to say. In the case of my experience I decided to ...

We are not who we think we are

I was asked to give a talk by a London-based company for Black History Month in October 2022. Initially, I was going to title my talk Your Silence Will Not Protect You after the eponymous collection of essays by Audre Lorde and to honour the many silences I have nursed over the years and t...

Ridiculous Terms for Women’s Breasts Throughout History

Anyone who developed breasts in their teens knows that if you have them, someone will call them by another name. Jugs, knockers, boobies, the list goes on. We know lots of modern slang words, but others are lost to time. While doing research for another project, I found a list of various slang te...

UK Disability History Month

The sad truth is that nobody outside the disability communities cared. Corporations ignored it; hospitals and other public institutions barely acknowledged it. Where were they in imploring us to examine the centuries of often shameful history of disability and how disabled people have been bullied, ...

Lack of evidence for trans history

It is always telling that when someone is desperate to deny a minority group their place in history they fall back on either their own personal lack of seeing that minority or some authority figure who has tangential knowledge of that minority. What those who deny trans history in particular forget ...

A sick and twisted history of the Cabbage Patch Kids

There was a series of ‘portraits’ in cloth of people from her hometown. The people didn’t like them. There were also a few dolls of infants — or strange, ancient-looking beings that looked like babies. The newspaper reviewer thinks they recall the movie 2001: A Space ...

Lack of evidence for trans history

The Book That Made Me Reflect On the Cruel History & Missed Opportunities of Women

One of my online friends messaged me out of the blue and asked if I wanted to read ‘A Room of One’s Own’ by Virginia Woolf with her. As a big-time reader, I instantly said, YES!! When I was ordering the book, I thought, ‘Well, I said yes without thinking. This...

History of Divination Tools Used in Ancient Civilizations

The history of divination is as old as civilization itself. From the simplest methods of reading tea leaves and entrails to the use of complex oracles, humans have always been fascinated by the prospect of gaining insight into the future. In this article, we’ll take a look at some of the mo...

We Are Living In the Least Violent Time in Human History

Historians study past violence through paper and ink, but anthropologists study violence through the very marrow of its victims. And bones rarely lie. The bones of truth in this tale are 15 skeletons found in the 5000-year-old mass grave at Koszyce, southern Poland. Each was killed by a blow t...

Feds at Work: Uncovered the largest bribery and corruption scandal in U.S. Navy history

A team of Defense Department investigators and federal prosecutors conducted a sting operation six years ago to lure a corrupt military contractor from his home in Asia to San Diego, a maneuver that helped expose the largest bribery and corruption scandal in U.S. Navy history. The investigation r...

On the Importance of White Antiracist History… And the Dangers of Its Erasure: An Interview with Tim Wise

Tim Wise: Well, in the U.S. we’ve done a horrible job of teaching history in general. Obviously, for years we’ve left out the contributions and the struggles led by people of color, except for very cursory mentions. But in addition to that, we’ve also left out this large &m...

A Dark Day in American History

By now, we have all read the reports about the draft SCOTUS decision that was leaked to Politico that effectively overturns Roe v. Wade. If you’re anything like me, today, you’re cycling through feelings of existential dread, anxiety, heartbreak, and rage. This is a moment t...

How A Recent ‘History Lesson’ By Progressives Show Their True Intolerance

I have come to realize over the last year of the intolerance of the left in almost every front. Their contempt and hatred for anyone who does not completely and totally believe in their ideology has become increasingly obvious over the last year in many fronts. Over the last year they have done ever...

History of Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Introduction Logistics and supply chain management involve the planning, implementation, and control of the flow of goods, services, and information from the point of origin to the point of consumption. While the terms “logistics” and “supply chain management” are relative...

A Brief History of Hacking Internet-Connected Cars

Vehicle hacking already has a 15-year pedigree. Though there are at least 36 million vehicles on the road today already connected to the internet, manufacturers appear to have learned little from the biggest security crises of the internet era. Cybersecurity is, yet again, a bolted-on afterthou...

History of Trucking: The Interstate Highway System

More than 60 years ago, construction began in what is perhaps one of the greatest public works projects in the history of the United States, one that changed the trucking industry in America forever: the Interstate Highway System. It’s hard to imagine today but before 1956, when the Federal...

Preparing for the biggest year of elections in history, by looking to the past

I wholeheartedly count myself among that group. I care a lot about democracy, both in my own backyard and in every far-flung corner of the world. I’ve been working on supporting democracy advocates in all kinds of places — new and old democracies, advancing and backsliding ones — f...

The History of Ammo

In the last 700 years, the projectile weapon of choice has switched from slingshots, bows and spears to firearms. To maximize the efficiency of firearms, immense research and development has gone into the creation of purpose built bullets. The evolution from actual pebbles to high tech cartridges re...

A Brief History of the AR-15

Financial issues forced Armalite to sell its patent to Colt in 1959 who began marketing the rifle to the U.S. military and, in 1960, found an advocate for the AR-15 in famed U.S. Air Force General Curtis LeMay who wanted to replace the M-2 carbine issued to Air Force security personnel. [Colt sold t...

Revisionist History Season 8: Final Thoughts on the Gun Series

The finale of Gladwell’s six part gun series ends with an episode titled “Sin is the failure to bother to care.” This was not only the perfect title for the ending of this series, its a message that hits at the heart of our collective inertia with regards to the mass casualtie...

The History of Extremist Groups at the US-Mexico Border

A movement of extremist thinkers and wannabe conservative influencers launched itself into the anti-immigrant fray on January 29, when a convoy they organized began its official journey to the US-Mexico border in Texas, California, and Arizona. Beginning in several states as far away as Vi...

The Long History of Xenophobia in the United States

Sometimes, listening to politicians in the “developed” world, one gets the impression that hordes of barbarians are at the borders. These politicians tell us to be very concerned about the threat of immigrants. What these barbarians are accused of isn’t exactly clear; the message i...

The History of Political Parties

The history of political parties is a complex and multifaceted subject that spans centuries and varies across different countries and regions. Early Origins: Political parties have their roots in ancient civilizations such as Greece and Rome, where political factions emerged to advocate for diffe...

American History Says it’s Okay to Say Goodbye to a Political Party

The Federalist Party was conservative, urban/banking/corporate, oddly religious, with ties to the Congregational church in New England, the first political party in the USA, and dominant until Jefferson defeated the divisive John Adams in the election of 1800. The Federalists failed to attract ne...

A History of Chinese Food in the United States

While China has no national cuisine and comprises a rich, diverse, and unique array of dishes, Chinese food has taken on several denotations in the United States. Similar to fast food, it is quick, cheap, reliable, ubiquitous and tasty-- nearly every American can name a dish like General Tso’s...

Want to See a Real Life Example of Whitewashed History?

Often, when we speak about whitewashed history, we're referring to something that happened long ago. Some people exploit gaps in the public's understanding of historical events. It's in this gray area that white lies can become cemented, making it difficult to separate fact from fiction....

February Is White History Month

I know scores of black people who abhor February. It is not just the cheap brothers who don’t want to buy their girlfriend roses and take her to a mediocre restaurant that increases prices just in the name of capitalism. It is not the sisters who cannot find anyone decent to be their Valentine...

History of Indigenous Peoples’ Day

This Monday, October 9th, millions of Americans will be celebrating their day off. Historically, the second Monday in October was celebrated as Columbus Day, but this year it is joined by a different celebration, Indigenous Peoples’ Day. Two years ago, President Joe Biden issued a proclamation...

Columbus Day: A Complex History

Many Americans celebrate the discovery of the United States. However, out of all the American holidays, Columbus Day has a long and complicated history. Christopher Columbus mistakenly landed on what would become the United States on October 12, 1492, while on course to India. His “discover...

4 Reasons to Teach Indigenous History in Schools

There is a problem of system in this country. Regardless of what people think and how they vote — the US was created for a system that does not work for the majority of its population. Our grade schools have taught a version of US History that censors Indigenous presence to the point of&...

Submission Guidelines- Teatime History

Istarted Teatime History in June 2021, as I wanted to offer readers on this platform a trusted source of history. I observed many wild claims and conspiracy theories published on Medium which give readers a wrong idea about what history is all about. Today, we are opening the publication for n...

Teatime History: January ’24 Updates

AtTeatime History, we’ve made a great start to 2024. Many new writers have joined, and we’ve reached more people on Medium than before. Authentic history writing has an audience, and it's growing! But with growth, there will be challenges. Let’s talk about the boost progr...

9 Must-Follow Instagram Accounts for History Lovers

Let’s just get the obvious one out of the way. The History Channel’s Instagram Account is a standard (and obvious) follow for history buffs. Their main shtick is #thisdayinhistory which gives you an interesting photo and description about a historically significant event that h...

Who Was the First Person Ever in Recorded History?

The prehistoric era was a time when history wasn’t written down. The first written records discovered are from over 5,000 years ago in ancient Egypt. It is also where recorded history is generally accepted to have begun. Historians and archaeologists have spent centuries trying to deco...

The History of Papyrus: The impact of it on the World

The term “papyrus” has its origins in the ancient Greek language. It is derived from the Greek word “ πάπυρο&sigmaf; (papyros),” which refers to the plant Cyperus papyrus that was used to make the writing material. Papyrus, an emblematic writing med...

5 “What ifs” that would’ve changed cosmic history

When we look out at the Universe from our perspective here and now, we only get a snapshot of existence, defined by the properties of the light, particles, and gravitational waves that we observe at the moment of their arrival. Based on all that we’ve seen, combined with our theories, framewor...

The Violent History Of Red Hair

My son Henry was born by C-section, his massive skull too much for traditional methods to push through. As the doctor lifted him out of my wife’s open midsection, my eyes were drawn like a magnet to the vibrant, absurd shock of red hair that circled his head. My wife is blonde. I’m a ...

About the Ancient North Eurasians (ANE) and the vibrant history of Siberia and Northeastern Europe.

In archaeogenetics, the term Ancient North Eurasian (ANE) is the name given to an ancestral component/proxy, that represents the people similar to the Mal’ta–Buret’ culture or a population closely related to them. The sample is between 24,000 to 20,000 years old. Recently it was fo...

The Secrets of Earth’s History — Part 1

I have attempted to make this work as concise as possible, focusing more on geological events rather than ecological ones. I have tried to define as much vocabulary as possible without overwhelming the reader with scientific terms. There are two major periods in Earth’s history: t...

A revisionist history of science

You can hardly scan the top stories on the news these days without coming across am article about some new breakthrough discovery in science or medicine. And, chances are, you’re lucky to get through the third paragraph without becoming totally befuddled by the complexity and jargon of the sto...

What’s So Great About Rocks?

In the grand scope of existence, rocks may seem trivial, ordinary, even mundane. But beneath this veneer of simplicity, they carry tales of time, life, and transformation spanning billions of years. Their silent narratives have deeply influenced my perspective and instilled in me a profoun...

The Only Paediatric History-taking Method You’ll Ever Need

Make sure to ICE your paediatric patient and their parents and you have a recipe for success! If you’re a GP trainee you can reflect on this in the Data Gathering and Interpretation section of your capability areas — also mentioned in our cheat sheet here. You can also ...

How Fluids Shaped History

Understanding how liquids work has always been essential to civilization. Early humans relied on an understanding of water in order to farm their crops and create irrigation systems. This study of fluids was purely practical, but it laid the groundwork for future theories. Understanding of water dyn...

A Short History of Temperature

Temperature is one of the most fundamental physical quantities. It is surprisingly difficult to measure: A temperature scale requires two well-defined points to establish reference temperatures, and a thermometer must cover the entire temperature range of interest. It was not until the 18th century ...

Why Some Students Need Special Permission to Learn Black History

Typically, when a teacher sends a student home with a permission slip, they do so in preparation for a class field trip. Maybe the school is planning a fun, educational journey to a local art museum, the zoo, or the aquarium. They may need spending money, a packed lunch, or more chaperones for the d...

The “Leap Day”, well explained. A Story of Physics and Roman History

Today is the 29th of February, “Leap Day”. “Yes, that extra day we add every four years”, you would tend to say. But that’s only partially true… Our planet runs around its star, but not in the most convenient way — at lea...

The Terrifying History and Implications of Space Weapons

The prospect of space weaponization has been a topic of interest and concern for many years but the idea has surged to the forefront of current conversation because of Putin’s plan to put a nuclear weapon into space in order to annihilate global communications. The idea of weaponizing space da...

Unveiling Gemini 4: America’s Giant Leap into Spacewalk History

As the Soviet Union celebrated their triumph with the first-ever spacewalk by Alexey Leonov in March 1965, NASA was already gearing up for their own historic moment. Project Gemini, America’s answer to catch up to the Russians, aimed to bridge the gap between the rudimentary capsules of Projec...

Exploring the intersection of cannabis history and Black History Month

How’s your Black History Month going? Apologies for being late, I’ve been hyperfocused working on a few fun projects that I can’t wait to share with you soon. But today, we’re diving into some cannabis history. As we all know, February rolls around each year, and...

From Anesthesia to Breakthrough Therapy — History of Ketamine in Psychiatry

There are times in medicine when discoveries are made quite by accident, or rather, by happenstance. The realization that a simple, inexpensive, and rather old drug such as Ketamine could possibly be the next big thing in the treatment of specific mental illnesses, is one of them Ketamine, origin...

The History of Psychedelics in Psychiatry

When I was a child growing up in Mexico, drugs were not a recreational pastime with the people with whom I associated. Yes, there was alcohol, tobacco, and pot, but hard drugs were simply an export to the intoxicated North. Other than some traditional medicines such as peyote and mushrooms, which we...

LSD — A Controversial History

Hofmann quickly realized the drug’s potential to alter conscious experience and perception radically. In subsequent experiments on himself and others, mystical-type experiences, oneness with the universe, vibrant visual hallucinations, altered sense of time and self, and rapid mood changes wer...

From Sun Gods to Spreadsheets: A Short History of Sacrifice in Work and Life

In current society, the idea of sacrifice, often thought of in the context of ancient rituals or religious offerings, still plays a significant role, especially in the workplace. This concept — giving up something valuable for what’s perceived as a greater good, either for oneself or for...

History Unmasked: The Library of Alexandria

One of the most significant educational hubs in the world, the Library of Alexandria, was made possible by the establishment of the city of Alexandria. Several of the greatest writers, physicians, and philosophers in history are said to have received their instruction in this enormous library, which...

Get the History Right

Researching for Optimus: Praetorian Guard and the sequel Stephanus, added to a lifelong interest in Greek and Roman history I have found movies and TV shows set in this time period wanting. My complaints 1. Anachronistic language. True Romans and Greeks didn’t speak Engl...

15 Best History Podcasts of 2023

This week, I made a conscious decision to take a break from my usual routine of writing technical blogs. Instead, I opted for a rejuvenating hobby that allows me to unwind and de-stress after a long day: listening to captivating podcasts. Engaging with these podcasts has become a form of meditation ...

History of Philosophy Without Any Gaps

Early last year, I started listening to the podcast History of Philosophy Without Any Gaps. Even though I completed a PhD in Philosophy, there are plenty of areas of the history of philosophy I haven’t covered. And while I’m not interested in everything, I’m interested in...

Pakistan: Tracing the Tapestry of a Nation’s History

The history of Pakistan is a rich tapestry woven with threads of ancient civilizations, colonial influences, and the struggle for independence. This article embarks on a journey through time, exploring the key milestones and significant events that have shaped the nation of Pakistan from its earlies...

The Sexist History of Blaming Mothers for Mental Illness

When it comes to psychiatry and brain science, moms haven’t had it easy. Autism once was blamed on “refrigerator mothers.” Obsessive-compulsive disorder used to be blamed on mothers who got toilet training wrong. Even homosexuality, back when psychiatry considered it to be a sickne...

The Tragic History of the Tatars, the Indigenous People of Crimea

Volodymyr Zelensky and many other Ukrainian leaders have said that “the Russo-Ukraine War began with Crimea and must end with Crimea.” I can understand the Ukrainian government’s position. When I visited Crimea in 1996, I saw the beautiful land and temperate climate as an appeal...

The Rebel History of Girls' Sleepovers

A few years ago, my teenage daughter returned from a sleepover, announcing she would "never sleep again." Her friends had shared hyperbolic urban legends until the morning hours. For days, she was afraid someone would steal her kidney while she slept. I was wary of ever allowing her to att...

The History of Reparations in America

The State of New York recently announced how its Holocaust Claims Processing Office helped secure over $183 million for victims and beneficiaries related to the Holocaust. You won’t find it in their press release, but these funds didn’t come from the State of New York or U.S. taxpay...

Silk of the North: Nettles — A Botanical History

Nettles were regularly used in medical remedies in the past. The leaves of the plant were primarily employed to treat a wide variety of illnesses and conditions, but sometimes nettle seeds and roots also found their way into medicinal cures. If you were experiencing conditions ranging from rheumatis...

Top 10 Museums in Amsterdam From a History Major

Amsterdam is chock-full of museums. As a history major and someone who hopes to continue their studies to pursue a career in museums, it was almost overwhelming. The Dutch capital is home to over 100 museums about anything you can think of — from art museums, interactive museums, and e...

The Forgotten History of the Holocaust

McGarry is now a curator at Mia — the Elizabeth MacMillan Chair of European Art and Curator of European Paintings and Works on Paper — where she organized the current exhibition “Envisioning Evil: ‘The Nazi Drawings’ by Mauricio Lasanky,” featuring the s...

History, Jazz, and Getting Away with Murder in Chicago

Chicago is set in Cook County Jail for female inmates in 1924, just four short years after the ratification of the 19th Amendment granting women the right to vote (Smentkowski, Levy, 2024). — Well, some women, anyway . . . Bob Fosse and John Kander created Chicago base...

Cultural Heritage of the Archipelago, Understanding the Meaning of Shadow Puppets in Indonesian History

The archipelago’s rich cultural heritage is multifaceted, from art, dance, music to traditional theatre. One of the most famous is wayang kulit, a form of shadow theater that combines the arts of music, storytelling, and belief in one unit. Wayang kulit is a performing art that is very importa...

The Harrowing History of 18th-Century Children’s Clothing

Kids these days. They have no idea how easy they have it, clothing-wise. I mean, look at poor Alexei Bobrinsky up there in his tight, lace-trimmed waistcoat and breeches, and his powdered wig. Admittedly, most ordinary children of the 18th century didn’t have to wear this sort of get-up. If yo...

A Short History of Plaid

The origins of plaid, or tartan as it’s known in Scotland, trace back several centuries, deeply rooted in Scottish heritage. Originally, the pattern was not just a fashion statement but a symbol of clan identity, with specific color combinations and patterns representing different families and...

A Short History of Lapels

The genesis of lapels can be traced back to the military uniforms of the 17th century, where functionality and decoration began to intertwine. Initially designed to allow soldiers to button up their coats for warmth or unbutton them for ease of movement, lapels evolved into a staple of civilian mens...

A Short History of Corduroy

Corduroy’s lineage can be traced back to ancient Egypt, where the earliest versions of this fabric, known as “fustian,” were developed. However, it was in the city of Manchester, England, during the Industrial Revolution that corduroy began to take its modern form. Manchester becam...

FASHION HISTORY- ZARA

The legend began when Ortega established a dress making factory in 1963 under the name of Inditex. The success of his foundation led him to the path of retail market for which he had a vision unmatched. Ten years after having set up a factory Ortega with Rosalía Mera started a small store cal...

The Alluring History of Fishnets

The true origin of fishnet stockings or pantyhose is hard to pinpoint. The earliest mention of “fishnet clothing” actually goes back to one of Aesop’s Fables in the early 1900s, “The Peasant’s Wise Daughter”. In the story the king tells a peasant’s daughter ...

What is history of Jordan 4 replicas?

In the dynamic world of fashion and streetwear, sneakers have become an iconic symbol of style and self-expression. One of the most coveted sneaker designs is the Air Jordan 4, a classic silhouette that has transcended its athletic roots to become a cultural phenomenon. But as demand for these sneak...

A Short History of Paisley

The paisley pattern, a design rich in history and symbolism, has long captivated the fashion-conscious, offering a narrative that transcends cultures and epochs. This intricate motif, characterized by its distinctive twisted teardrop shape, has a lineage that is as elaborate as its design, tracing b...

Animal Testing: A Cosmetic History

In 1944, toxicologists John H. Draize and Jacob M. Spines developed the Draize Test. The Draize Test is a toxicity test used to determine which cosmetics were safe for eyes and skin. It involved a small amount of product being dropped into the eye of a restrained, conscious animal. After a cert...

A Brief, Humiliating History Of Swimming In Gym Class

High school gym class can be mortifying. Unless you’re the punk who gets off on pelting volleyballs into pretty girls’ faces, the experience promises unlimited opportunities for humiliation. For many students, the only place more anxiety-inducing than the gymnasium is the pool. If you...

History and Misconceptions About Women’s Body Hair

When I first started dating my boyfriend (now husband), I was nervous of the first time he would see me naked. There were the usual insecurities and normal sense of vulnerability associated with being so exposed to someone for the first time, but there was an additional layer of worry for me. I d...

The Violent History Of Red Hair

My wife is blonde. I’m a brunette. So Henry’s fiery coif came as a surprise to both of us. We thought it would fade over time, but ten years later, it’s still as flame-bright as ever. Red hair has an unusual attraction. Only two percent of the population has it, typically caused...

The Top 10 Point Guards in NBA History

I was in the middle of writing the third part of my article about the last 3 Boston Celtics coaches, this one about Joe Mazzulla. But I decided I wanted to wait till after this year’s playoffs run and see what happens. With this part of the season being pretty uninteresting, as the team alread...