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Sally Ride’s Mission : Challenging Gender Norms from Space

In the vast expanse of the cosmos, among the twinkling stars and celestial wonders, one name shines with particular brilliance: Sally Ride. As the first American woman to venture into space, Ride’s

January 10, 2025

History

Between Battles and Boards : The Intellectual Duel in “La Variante du Dragon”

“La Variante du Dragon” by Christophe Lambert takes readers to the heart of World War II in 1943. The novel follows Markus Eisenberg, a young Jewish man of German descent, who trains

January 10, 2025

Books

The Stonewall Uprising : Catalyst for the Modern LGBTQIA+ Rights Movement

The Stonewall Uprising, which occurred in the early hours of June 28, 1969, in New York City’s Greenwich Village, is recognized as a pivotal moment in the struggle for LGBTQIA+ rights. This

December 22, 2024

History·LGBTQIA+

Warriors through time: the untold history of women in martial arts

The history of women in martial arts is rich and multifaceted, demonstrating that the participation of women in combat sports is not a recent development, but rather a tradition that spans centuries

November 9, 2024

Women In Sports

“The Tunnel” : An Australian Found-Footage Horror Movie That Hits New Depths

The Tunnel, an Australian found-footage horror film, joins the ranks of REC, Cloverfield, and Diary of the Dead, yet distinguishes itself through superior direction, storytelling, and realism. Directed by Carlo Ledesma, The

November 8, 2024

Movies

The four best places to visit in Salem, Massachusetts for a witchy trip in the Fall

Where History, Hauntings, and Hocus Pocus Collide! If you’ve got a broomstick, a black hat, and a deep love for all things spooky, then Salem, Massachusetts should be at the top of

September 23, 2024

Travel

The Importance of Myths and Mythology in the Modern Era

Nowadays, many of us have become enthusiasts of myths and mythologies. Across the globe and in every existing city, there are stories—sometimes unbelievable, sometimes filled with hope and good news. While the

September 23, 2024

History·Mythology

The Fontfroide Abbey is a paradise full of history in the heart of Aude, France

Fontfroide Abbey was founded in 1093 and takes its name from its proximity to the “Fons Frigidus,” or cold fountain. Located not far from Narbonne, the abbey was originally built on land

September 4, 2024

Travel

Murder, Myth, and Morality: The Lizzie Borden Case Revisited

Lizzie Borden is often remembered as one of America’s most notorious figures, primarily due to her alleged involvement in the brutal murders of her father, Andrew Borden, and her stepmother, Abby Borden,

August 29, 2024

History

Wysteria, The Abandoned Retirement Home in The South of Toulouse

At the gates of Toulouse, located in the commune of Vieille-Toulouse, there is a place frozen in time that leaves those in search of authentic locations speechless. You won’t find it unless

August 29, 2024

Travel