1. Nwanyeruwa – The Woman Who Took on British Colonial Rule In 1929, Nwanyeruwa, a Nigerian Igbo woman, ignited what became known as the Women’s War, a massive, organized rebellion against British colonial taxation. She was a market woman, but […]
1. The Telephone – Antonio Meucci Antonio Meucci, an Italian inventor, is often credited as the true creator of the telephone. In the mid-19th century, Meucci developed a voice communication device, which he called the “telettrofono,” and even demonstrated its
1. Driving Cars Mennonites often drive cars just like anyone else, though they may prefer simple models without flashy features. You might see a Mennonite family in a modest sedan or a minivan, heading to work or running errands. The
1. Rosemary Kennedy – The Forgotten Kennedy Tragedy Rosemary Kennedy was the sister of President John F. Kennedy, but her life took a tragic turn when a lobotomy was performed on her at 23. Her father, Joseph Kennedy Sr., authorized
1. The Vikings Were Hygienic Trendsetters The Vikings are often portrayed as wild, unkempt warriors who lived for plundering, but they were actually some of the cleanest people in medieval Europe. Archaeologists have found Viking grooming tools like tweezers, combs,
1. North Korea and South Korea These two have been at odds since the Korean War ended in an armistice in 1953, but the tension never really eased. Technically, they’re still at war since no peace treaty was ever signed.
1. Free Refills Everywhere If you order a soft drink at an American restaurant, chances are you’ll only be paying once—because refills are usually free. Many foreigners are shocked by this since in most countries, each drink is a separate
