March 23rd, 2017: Today's world news headlines
• Terrorism Strikes at the Gates of UK Parliament
• Jesus’ Tomb Reopened in Jerusalem Following 9-Month Restoration
• New Ebola Vaccine Tested by Doctors in Liberia
• US Secretary of State Envisages Zones of Stability in ISIS War
• Russian Flight Attendants Sue Aeroflot for Beauty Discrimination
On This Day in 1490 the first edition of Maimondides’ Mishna Torah was published. In 1743 Handel premiered his famous oratorio, Messiah, in London. In 1839 the first ever recorded use of the word “OK” was published in Boston’s Morning Post. In 1919 Mussolini founded the Fascist political movement in Milan. In 1933 the German Reichstag granted Adolf Hitler dictatorial powers. In 2010 President Obama signed the controversial Affordable Care Act. And in 1952 new US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson was born.
Deadly Terrorism Strikes at the Gates of UK Parliament
So far 4 people are reported dead after a 4X4 driver drove onto the sidewalk of Westminster Bridge before stabbing a police officer yesterday (March 22nd). ISIS have claimed responsibility.
Israel’s Vaccination Program Shows Promising Results
According to a new study, Covid-19 cases fell sharply among those who were vaccinated in Israel. Do these results harold the beginning of the end of the pandemic?
The Ancient Maya - Cutting-Edge Tech Reveals Shocking News
An ongoing archeological project in Guatemala used novel laser technology and found over 60,000 undiscovered Ancient Maya structures.
Covid-19: What’s Known About the 4 New Variants
A few new strains of the novel coronavirus have been detected. Here's a breakdown of these new variants and their meaning, according to experts.
Hypertension News - What Science Discovered in 2020
In this article, we’ve condensed 7 key medical discoveries investigating hypertension made in 2020
We Might Have a COVID-19 Vaccine by End of 2020, After All
Two major companies - Pfizer and Moderna - have already developed their Covid-19 vaccines and they say they're 95% effective. How do they compare?
The Natural Phenomenon That Will Take Place This Spring
This year, for the first time since 2004, millions of cicadas will re-emerge from underground and swarm the country. This is what you can expect.
Snuggle Up with These Feel-Good TV Shows This Winter
Cozy up this winter with these feel-good TV shows.
Don’t Say These Words Abroad, You Might Be Misunderstood
These 15 words are all similar to English ones, but they mean something completely different in other languages
These Foods Are Considered Bad Luck on New Year’s!
It's considered extremely unlucky to eat these foods before the New Year.
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The Incredible History of China's Terracotta Army
China's first emperor, Qin Shi Huang Di, had built a platoon of clay soldiers to accompany him in the afterlife. Find out more about this unusual piece of history.
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Secrets to Longevity from the Oldest People in the World
Meet the oldest people living in 2024.
15 Vintage Toys All '60s and '50s Kids Know and Love
Ready to revisit 15 of the most loved and remembered vintage toys from the '60s and '50s?
Magicians Beware! We're Exposing Your Greatest Tricks!
When watching a good magician in action, many great tricks seem to completely defy logic, but here we expose 8 of the most common ones!
10 Incredible Autobiographies We Should All Be Reading...
These autobiographies are absolute must-reads for you to enjoy. They are written by some of the world' most famous people, so you should definitely have a read.
The 10 Greatest British Monarchs in History
Do you know about the greatest monarchs in British history? Don't fret if you don't, because you're about to learn all about them right now.
This Fascinating Tree Shows How Languages Are Connected
Most of the languages that we speak today can be placed into a couple of groups by their origin. Find out more here.
18 Historical Photos Brought to Life in Glorious Color!
These glorious photos show history in full color.
Dogs: A Super Collection of Posts On Man's Best Friend
This collection will tell you some amazing things about our incredible friends, from learning the different breeds to dog psychology and much more. Have a pawsome day!
5 Ways Learning a New Language Benefits Your Brain
It turns out that knowing more than one language has a variety of positive effects on our brain
51 of the Tastiest Cheeses From All Over the World!
In this article you’ll find 51 of the tastiest cheeses from around the world. Some you have probably heard of, while others will be totally new to you!
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18 Things You Probably Didn't Know About Medieval Times
Watch Medieval Literature Dr. Dorsey Armstrong answer all the important questions related to the Middle Ages.
10 Food Products You Should Never Freeze
Take note of this list of food products that should be kept far away from the freezer.
Urban Tales: Eight Stories That Shaped Our Cultures
In this article, we explore some of the most intriguing urban legends and folklore from various continents.
These 10 Documentaries Are a Must for Curious Minds
You can’t miss these thought-provoking documentaries.
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Ancient Technologies That Remain a Complete Mystery
Scientists may have solved the mystery of Egyptian pyramids, but there are still so many findings that are left completely unexplained
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The Red Baron, the Famous and Deadly WWI German Pilot
The story of the Red Baron, a celebrated pilot of WWI and a legendary fighter.
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Watch This Dog Reunited With Her Owner. Bring a Hanky.
A video of Little Luna the dog being rescued by Hope For Paws and reunited with her owner.
Find Inspiration in These Amazing Japanese Sayings
These beautiful Japanese proverbs offer invaluable lessons on love, life, and wisdom.
These Native American Achievements Are Truly Outstanding!
Read all about ten of the greatest achievements that the Native Americans made before the arrival of Europeans
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What is the Story Behind the Scilian Mafia?
Explore the origins of the Sicilian Mafia, known as Cosa Nostra.
8 Hilarious Malapropisms by Famous Figures
Everyone, from politicians to celebrities, had a language slip-up at least once...
How to Get Through Life: An Adorable Guide...
How to live life? These adorable babies have some advice for you...
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What Was 1900 Like? See it All Here in Color!
Carefully restored and colorized, these scenes blend history with a fresh perspective.
6 Facts You May Have Not Known About King Charles
Did you ever know Prince Charles also dabbles in art? And what about his musical skills? Let's get those royal facts.
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Which of These Old Bathroom Features Do You Want Back?
These old bathroom trends have disappeared over time.
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Hitler's Olympics: The 1936 Berlin Olympic Games
When the Olympics became a Nazi showcase.
Ukrainian-Russian War: A review of 2024's impact in the War
The year 2024 saw the Russia-Ukraine war grind on into a second full year, marked by intense fighting on multiple fronts, high-stakes diplomatic initiatives, and a worsening humanitarian toll.
How Much Influence Do Secret Societies Have? Find Out Here
Learn all about six of the most famous secret societies that seem to have quite a degree of influence even today.
The Surprising Origin of 5 Everyday Practices and Items
We all know the Ancient Greeks gave us democracy but what about birthday cakes? These are 5 everyday things you didn't know originated in Ancient Greece.
14 Old Photos That Show Just How Hard Life Once Was
Remember when doing even the basic tasks took hours? These photos do.
14 Obsolete English Terms We Wish Were Brought Back!
Over the centuries, so many eloquent and useful English words fell out of use. We wish these 14 clever (but sadly obsolete) terms were used more often.
12 Bizarre Events You Won’t Believe Actually Happened
Check out these 12 unbelievable facts that will leave you amazed.
This Could’ve Been the Worst Nuclear Catastrophe in the US
In 1961, the US avoided a major nuclear disaster thanks to sheer luck...
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A Soulful Harp Cover of the Song 'The Sound of Silence'
Don't miss this soulful and dreamy harp cover of the classic song 'The Sound of Silence' by Simon & Garfunkel performed in a forest!
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Weaponry in the Middle Ages Was Truly Fascinating!
Weapons in the Middle Ages were truly unusual and extraordinary. Some were so remarkable that they sound made up!
The Streets of Rome: 15 Illustrations of Daily Life
Here are 15 artistic depictions that offer a glimpse into what life was like in ancient Rome.
These 15 Interesting Facts Really Surprised Me!
Our world is full of surprises, amazing stories, funny coincidences and events you've never heard of - so we've collected 16 of them to share with you ...
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