28 Things That Actually Sucked About The ’90s
9. “Columbine felt like the moment we opened a kind of Pandora’s box. Not just in terms of…
Malta’s Megalithic Structures Among the Oldest and Most Mysterious
Ggantija Temple on Gozo. Malta is home to some of the oldest and arguably most mysterious megalithic structures…
How Indo-European Became the Most Spoken Language Family
Humans speak nearly 7,000 different languages, grouped into about 140 language families. But just five of those families…
29 Absolutely Ridiculous But True History Facts
18. “At one point in history, there was not only a pope and an antipope, but also a…
When Italy Almost Invaded Colombia
At the end of the 19th century, a diplomatic conflict known as the “Cerruti Case” almost provoked Italy’s…
Latino Immigrants Help Revive Spain’s Empty Villages
In Spain, as in other European countries, the process of repopulation of depopulated areas with Latino immigrants is…
Noumenia: The New Moon Day Was the Holiest in Ancient Greece
Ancient Greeks celebrated the new moon calling it Noumenia. Credit: Carl Young CC BY-SA-4.0 In Ancient Greece, Noumenia,…
Greece’s Mount Athos Ban on Women Steeped in History, Mystery
The grainy, black and white image taken in 1903 by a Mount Athos monk named Gabriel appears to…
Five Successful Colombian Startups Redefining Entrepreneurship
Colombia’s startups are among the most dynamic and innovative in Latin America, ranging from innovative business models to…
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“Before going to a bar or club, I decide how much I’m willing to spend and take out…
Should you eat invasive species? We asked an ecologist.
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A Key Industry from China to Colombia
Rare earth elements, vital for global energy transition and technology, are sparking global competition reaching Colombia and Latin…