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ANCIENT HISTORY
View All PostsAthenian democracy emerged from the need to deal with a debt and slavery crisis in the 7th century BCE, largely based on the reforms of the Archon Solon.
A chance discovery at Lomekewi in Kenya pushed the origins of stone tool making back to 3.3 million years ago. Who made these ancient stone tools?
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HISTORY
View All PostsShrouded in mystery and often misunderstood, geishas are highly skilled traditional Japanese performing artists with a rich and intriguing history.
How have various Special Interest Groups (SIGs) initiated, galvanized, and shaped the decolonization process around the globe?
PHILOSOPHY
View All PostsEpistemology, the branch of philosophy concerned with the nature, sources, and limits of knowledge, is one of the most foundational areas of philosophical inquiry.
4E cognition takes a holistic view of cognition, as shaped by our body and environment, in opposition to the traditional view of the mind as closed off and decompositional.
ART & ARTISTS
View All PostsAccording to some researchers, there is evidence that the medieval Britons avoided using the name “Arthur” after the time of King Arthur. Why?
Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa is the world’s most famous painting; its mysterious identity, technique, smile, history, and cultural impact shape its timeless global fame.
TRAVEL & CULTURE
View All PostsThese nine stops on the road between San Diego and Glacier National Park are ideal for exploring the history of the region’s Native tribes and early settlers.
Silves is a beautiful historical town in the Algarve, Portugal. Yet, visitors often overlook this incredible city. This is why it is a must-visit day trip.

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View MapsReligion
View All PostsFrom rooftop glances to royal intrigue, the story of Bathsheba and the scandalous origins of King Solomon blends lust, loss, and legacy.
The land of Canaan features prominently in the Old Testament. Where did the name come from, where is it, and why is it so significant?
Stories
View All PostsWhy did the powers of Europe decide to spend resources and manpower claiming and seizing vast tracts of Africa, the Western Hemisphere, Asia, and the Pacific?
King John of England is one of history’s most memorable and celebrated kings, whose name has entered the realms of myth and legend.




























