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Hatshepsut: The Queen Who Became a Pharaoh

In 15th century BCE Egypt, a remarkable woman ascended the throne and reigned for over 20 years. Defying tradition, Queen Hatshepsut (pronounced: haat·shuhp·soot) proclaimed herself Pharaoh, becoming one of few females to hold such power in ancient Egypt.

Visiting The Largest Cave Castle

Perched dramatically in the mouth of a 400-foot cliff in southwest Slovenia is Predjama Castle, certified by Guinness World Records as the world's largest cave castle.

The Attack of the Walking Dead in World War I

The date was August 6th, 1915. World War I raged across Europe as the German army marched on Russia’s Osowiec Fortress, determined to finally capture the stronghold after two failed attempts. Little did the Russian defenders know, the Germans had brought a terrifying new weapon - poison gas.

The Origin of the Jump Scare

The jump scare is deeply woven into the DNA of horror cinema. Those jolting moments of popped tension, pounding scores, and flashing images make audiences jerk back and shriek instinctively.

Hidden Giant: Earth’s largest waterfall revealed

Concealed in the stormy North Atlantic lies Earth’s greatest waterfall, an underwater giant hidden from view in the darkness between Iceland and Greenland.
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The ‘Father of Robotics’ that may have inspired Da Vinci

As we dive into the diverse tapestry of history, we encounter the remarkable life and works of a 12th century inventor named Ismail Al Jazari. Born in 1136 in the bustling city of Diyarbakir in South Eastern Turkey, Al Jazari was not your everyday inventor.

Color is not real

In February 2015, a picture of a dress sparked an intense debate that lit up the internet. Was it blue and black? Or white and gold? No one could agree. Lines were drawn, sides were taken.

Potatoes were once feared

Hard to believe, but the humble potato was once feared and misunderstood. Now a staple in diets across the globe, the journey of the potato is a tale of adventure, peril, and ultimate triumph.

When Marilyn Monroe posed in a Potato Sack

Imagine if I told you that one of the most iconic images of Marilyn Monroe, the blonde bombshell and leading sex symbol of the 1950s, was not in a dazzling designer gown or a sparkling Hollywood outfit, but in a dress made from a potato sack. Hard to believe?

The Epic Battle for Justice in ‘Woman in Gold’

Maria Altmann's tale isn't your everyday David vs Goliath story, but rather, it's a twisting, turning saga layered with history, drama, and the relentless pursuit of justice.

The Sword-wielding soldier of WWII

Lieutenant Colonel Jack Churchill, or "Mad Jack," was no ordinary soldier during World War II. This British Army officer made a name for himself by using unusual weapons like a longbow, arrows, and a Scottish broadsword.
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