History

The Mask of Agamemnon
30 Nov

On This Day – November 30th

It’s the last day of the month, and we are all ready to start December! However, before we say goodbye to November, it’s important to honour all the things that make its last day so special. For example, here are some of the most interesting things about November 30th – and we share some famous …
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29 Nov

9 Guiding Facts about Anubis, the Egyptian God

Of all the gods and goddesses in Egyptian lore, Anubis is perhaps one of the most recognizable. He had a pivotal role in helping mortal souls transfer to the land of the dead – and as such, was revered for being extremely powerful and influential. But how much do you really know about the god …
Persian Cat
29 Nov

On This Day – November 29th

The 29th of November is nothing short of extraordinary. We know it does not get the recognition it deserves, so, to help alter that, here are some of the most important things you should know about today! If you’re celebrating an occasion of your own today, consider this an extra treat – we’ve also brought …
The Planet Mars
28 Nov

On This Day – November 28th

November 28th doesn’t seem like that big a deal unless you’re celebrating it for personal reasons. That said, there are actually plenty of great excuses to mark the occasion – and in this guide, we’ve brought together some historical facts, some famous birthdays, and a quick introduction to the star sign of the day. Let’s …
interesting facts about sea turtles
27 Nov

On This Day – November 27th

November can be a draining month for many of us. For many people living in the upper hemisphere, it’s a month with no school holidays, shorter days, and darker weather. But it is also a wonderful month full of interesting events and historical moments. For example, here are some of the most interesting things about …
interesting facts about thanksgiving
26 Nov

On This Day – November 26th

November 26th – just another day, right? Well, we’re smack-bang in the middle of the holiday season in the US, but if you live elsewhere and you’re looking for something to mark the day with, we have you covered. Let’s take a look at some fun facts about November 26th and run through a few …
feminism
25 Nov

On This Day – November 25th

November 25th is here already, which means we’re right at the edge of the holiday season! December is just around the corner, and for many of us in the upper hemisphere, the nights will be getting colder. However, there’s lots to learn about this otherwise mysterious month. We’ve rounded up some of the most fascinating …
Lucy Australopithecus
24 Nov

On This Day – November 24th

We are officially in the last week of November, and many of us are ready to kick off December! But, before we say goodbye to this month, here are a few things you should know about November 24th. As it happens – probably unsurprisingly – it’s a day full of all kinds of interesting facts …
michael jackson
23 Nov

9 Thrilling Facts About Michael Jackson

The late Michael Jackson – the King of Pop – was one of the most famous people of all time, let alone musicians. His hits, including “Thriller,” “Beat It,” and “Billie Jean” remain some of the most-played songs on Western radio to this day. However, his life was touched by controversy – and despite his …
sumatran rhino
23 Nov

On This Day – November 23rd

November 23rd isn’t just another dark November day! In fact, it is an incredibly important date to people all over the world – it might well be a special day for you for personal reasons – in which case, take a load off and celebrate your big day by clueing yourself in on these surprising …
facts about the 1960s
22 Nov

On This Day – November 22nd

By the time we’ve reached November 22nd, most of us are just counting the days till the end of the month so we can start focusing on the festivities that December brings. However, before you let today go by too fast, maybe take some time to see what actually makes it one of the most …
malaysia airlines flight 370
21 Nov

10 Mysterious Facts About Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370

The disappearance of Malaysia Airlines’ passenger jet, Flight 370, remains one of the biggest aviation mysteries of all time. The crew and passengers onboard the flight tragically vanished on March 8th, 2014 – and while there have been a few clues arising from its disappearance, what actually happened to the voyage remains shrouded in guesswork. …
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21 Nov

10 Pioneering Facts about George Washington

People all across the US and indeed the world know George Washington as the first face of the American Presidency.  It was Washington who helped to lay down the key elements of the US constitution, and of course, to this day, you will find him on US money and in the skyline up at Mount …
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21 Nov

On This Day – November 21st

We’re officially in the last ten days of November, and boy, is there a lot to cover! But let’s start with today, November 21st, and why it is such an important date. If it’s your birthday today, many happy returns – we’re here to share some historic events and famous birthdays with you. There’s also …
Facts about racism
20 Nov

On This Day – November 20th

It’s official – we are now well into the last third of November, and that means we are edging ever closer to Christmas. However, there are plenty of other reasons to continue marking November’s dates on the calendar, with November 20th proving to be a popular date for millions of people all over the world. …
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