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Edmonton's Community Leagues: A Century of  Neighbourhood Power

Local

26 Sep, 2024

Edmonton's Community Leagues: A Century of Neighbourhood Power


Community leagues are a quintessential part of Edmonton. The groups form across the city, advocating for and running events to...

100 Years of Thrills: Family's Legacy Lives On at Melbourne Royal Show

Local

26 Sep, 2024

100 Years of Thrills: Family's Legacy Lives On at Melbourne Royal Show


When Marjorie Chant was a girl in the 1950s, she had the run of Melbourne’s Royal Show. While her parents,...

Ancient Board Game Found in Azerbaijan Might Be Older Than Previously Thought

World

22 Sep, 2024

Ancient Board Game Found in Azerbaijan Might Be Older Than Previously Thought


The discovery of artifacts associated with an ancient board game is offering clues about how humans interacted thousands of years...

44 Years of the Dome: Remembering the Greatest Syracuse Football Moments

Sports

21 Sep, 2024

44 Years of the Dome: Remembering the Greatest Syracuse Football Moments


Traditions are littered all over the landscape of college football. Every iconic football school has one, but here in Syracuse,...

Today's Almanac: September 18, 2024 - Full Moon, World Water Monitoring Day & More!

World

18 Sep, 2024

Today's Almanac: September 18, 2024 - Full Moon, World Water Monitoring Day & More!


Today is Wednesday, Sept. 18, the 262nd day of 2024 with 104 to follow. The moon is waning. Morning stars...

Massive Slab of Ancient Bog Butter Unearthed in Ireland: Is It Edible?

World

18 Sep, 2024

Massive Slab of Ancient Bog Butter Unearthed in Ireland: Is It Edible?


A farmer in Co Donegal has unearthed what may be one of the largest ancient slabs of bog butter ever...

Crystal Palace Subway: A Victorian Wonder Reopens After 14 Years of Restoration

World

13 Sep, 2024

Crystal Palace Subway: A Victorian Wonder Reopens After 14 Years of Restoration


One of the highlights of this month’s Open House London weekend looks certain to be the opportunity for the public...

Why Is Friday the 13th So Unlucky? The Origins of a Spooky Superstition

World

13 Sep, 2024

Why Is Friday the 13th So Unlucky? The Origins of a Spooky Superstition


The calendar has flipped to September which means people are preparing for spooky season with Halloween decorations, bonfires and pumpkin-flavored...

Friday the 13th: Is It Really Unlucky or Just a Superstition?

World

13 Sep, 2024

Friday the 13th: Is It Really Unlucky or Just a Superstition?


Friday the 13th is a date that looms large in the cultural consciousness, often shrouded in superstition and dread. For...

Shipwreck Found Beneath World Trade Center: A 250-Year-Old Treasure Unearthed

World

11 Sep, 2024

Shipwreck Found Beneath World Trade Center: A 250-Year-Old Treasure Unearthed


Today marks 23 years since the world, as we know it, changed forever. At 8:46 am EDT (or 10:46 pm...

September 11th, 2001: Five Documentaries to Watch

Entertainment

11 Sep, 2024

September 11th, 2001: Five Documentaries to Watch


Sept. 11 and the horrible events following the terrorist plane crash attacks into the Twin Towers at the World Trade...

Why Friday the 13th is Unlucky: A Deep Dive into the History and Folklore

World

11 Sep, 2024

Why Friday the 13th is Unlucky: A Deep Dive into the History and Folklore


Friday the 13th is fast approaching, and contrary to prevailing opinion, it could be your breakout day. But don’t take...

Sharm El-Sheikh: A Red Sea Oasis Re-Emerges as a Winter Sun Destination

Entertainment

5 Sep, 2024

Sharm El-Sheikh: A Red Sea Oasis Re-Emerges as a Winter Sun Destination


Dazzled by the neon lights and heaving bazaars of Naama Bay, it’s hard to imagine this patch on land on...

Malta's Capital Valletta: The Walkable City for History Buffs and Sun Seekers

World

5 Sep, 2024

Malta's Capital Valletta: The Walkable City for History Buffs and Sun Seekers


Malta, a unique destination nestled in the central Mediterranean, is a favourite among beach and history enthusiasts. The island country,...

Portslade History Day: Celebrate 1,000 Years of Heritage at a Free Event

Local

4 Sep, 2024

Portslade History Day: Celebrate 1,000 Years of Heritage at a Free Event


City residents are invited to help celebrate 1,000 years of Portslade’s rich history at a free, all-day event this weekend....

The Curious Case of the £1,000 Note, the Sacked Servant Girl, and a Mouse with a Taste for Luxury

World

4 Sep, 2024

The Curious Case of the £1,000 Note, the Sacked Servant Girl, and a Mouse with a Taste for Luxury


If you have ever lost money in your home, then you should take note of the curious case of the...

Labor Day: Beyond the Barbecue - A History of the American Holiday's Roots in Labor Unrest

World

3 Sep, 2024

Labor Day: Beyond the Barbecue - A History of the American Holiday's Roots in Labor Unrest


Labor Day is something of an anomaly among major observances on the American holiday calendar. There are national holidays that...

Palio di Siena: The Dramatic Horse Race That Captivates Italy and the World

World

1 Sep, 2024

Palio di Siena: The Dramatic Horse Race That Captivates Italy and the World


The Palio di Siena, a twice-yearly horse race held in the heart of Tuscany, is more than just a sporting...

Derry Man Turns History Passion into Sustainable Business with Go Succeed Support

World

1 Sep, 2024

Derry Man Turns History Passion into Sustainable Business with Go Succeed Support


An accountant from Derry-Londonderry with a love for local history has credited new enterprise service Go Succeed with giving him...

Cochrane Discovery Days: A Weekend Packed with History, Culture and Fun!

Local

29 Aug, 2024

Cochrane Discovery Days: A Weekend Packed with History, Culture and Fun!


The Labour Day long weekend has been a long-established staple of Cochrane and it’s about to get even sweeter this...

The Surprising Reason Why Bank Holidays Are Called 'Bank Holidays'

World

26 Aug, 2024

The Surprising Reason Why Bank Holidays Are Called 'Bank Holidays'


This bank holiday weekend is looking pretty good, with Notting Hill Carnival set to take place in London and just-about-okay...

The Holy Grail: Fact, Fiction, and the Quest for the Cup of Christ

World

25 Aug, 2024

The Holy Grail: Fact, Fiction, and the Quest for the Cup of Christ


You enter a church or a cathedral, and an ecclesiastical hush descends. You admire the architecture, the artworks, the centuries...

AI-Generated Images of Jesus Christ Using Shroud of Turin Data:  A New Glimpse of the Holy Figure?

World

24 Aug, 2024

AI-Generated Images of Jesus Christ Using Shroud of Turin Data: A New Glimpse of the Holy Figure?


For centuries, debate has raged over whether the Shroud of Turin is in fact the original burial shroud of Jesus...

Ukraine's Independence Day: A Look Back at the 1991 Coup That Changed Everything

World

23 Aug, 2024

Ukraine's Independence Day: A Look Back at the 1991 Coup That Changed Everything


33 years ago, on August 19, 1991, a group of Soviet hardliners attempted to turn back the wheel of history....

Ancient Discovery in North Wales: Uncovering 1,000 Years of History and the Coexistence of Britons and Romans

World

20 Aug, 2024

Ancient Discovery in North Wales: Uncovering 1,000 Years of History and the Coexistence of Britons and Romans


A piece of the jigsaw puzzle that could unlock 1,000 years of history at a north Wales heritage site has...

World Photography Day 2024: Celebrating the Art of Capturing Moments

World

19 Aug, 2024

World Photography Day 2024: Celebrating the Art of Capturing Moments


World Photography Day, celebrated annually on August 19th, marks the anniversary of the invention of photography, a medium that has...

Southampton's Redbridge Causeway: A Journey Through Time

World

19 Aug, 2024

Southampton's Redbridge Causeway: A Journey Through Time


Southampton's Redbridge Causeway, a bustling artery connecting the city to the wider region, is facing temporary closures for essential maintenance....

AC/DC: The Shocking Truth Behind the Band's Name That Fans Are Just Now Discovering

Entertainment

18 Aug, 2024

AC/DC: The Shocking Truth Behind the Band's Name That Fans Are Just Now Discovering


AC/DC, the legendary rock band featuring Angus Young, Brian Johnson, and more, have been belting out hits for over 50...

AC/DC's Name: The Surprising Truth Behind the Legendary Rock Band's Moniker

Entertainment

17 Aug, 2024

AC/DC's Name: The Surprising Truth Behind the Legendary Rock Band's Moniker


For over 50 years, AC/DC, the legendary rock band featuring Angus Young, Brian Johnson, and more, has been belting out...

August 10th in History: From Space Weddings to Deadly Derechoes

World

10 Aug, 2024

August 10th in History: From Space Weddings to Deadly Derechoes


August 10 has been a significant day throughout history, marked by a series of impactful events that have shaped various...

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