Mathematics is an essential and central part of our world. The fascinating realm of thought helps us advance in other fields. Long before the development of math gave us computers and quantum mechanics, brilliant minds built up basic mathematical ideas. Many of the formulas we use nowadays come from the Ancient Greece period. From Ancient … Read more
It is a rarity that a First Lady reaches almost the same level of popularity as her husband. Jackie Kennedy managed to do it. But Eleanor Roosevelt did it first. These two are among the most popular women in history. And among the most influential as well. What made Eleanor Roosevelt so popular? For starters, … Read more
What is poetry? And what is great poetry? What are some of the best poems in history? Today, we will talk about some of the most iconic poems in history. You should read these if you haven’t already. We will give you an idea of the meaning behind the poem. But you should and can … Read more
Christopher Columbus completed four voyages across the Atlantic Ocean. Until his death, he didn’t know what he accomplished. Columbus thought he was making a trip to the Old World (Asia and Africa), yet he discovered the New World, Americas. The 15h century explorer started the Spanish colonization in the New World. But that is one … Read more
Last words have always fascinated people. Some consider them an echo of wisdom. Others consider them biting witticism. But in any case, last words represent a person’s final articulated words. As stated prior to death or as death approaches, last words often carry weight because of the person speaking them. Eastern and Western cultural traditions … Read more
Architecture is a unique art form. It plays a functional and aesthetic role. Architecture shapes our daily experience. Some of the best architects have left behind monuments to moments in time. Leonardo da Vinci once said, “Beauty perishes in life, but is immortal in art”. That applies even more to the iconic architects on our … Read more
What is a serial killer? It is someone who murders at least two people in separate events occurring at different times. There is no legal code for the term serial killer. But the public and the media have often used the term to classify someone who has more than one victim. And when the serial … Read more
People who make movies can judge movies the best. This list contains ranks from studio chiefs, Oscar winners, and TV royalty. It is hard to come up with a list of famous movies of all time. We all have different tastes and we classify movies in different ways. But we might have come up with … Read more
Founded in 1953 by American author L. Ron Hubbard, the Church of Scientology remains shrouded in secrecy. It is one of the most controversial religions in the world. In the decades since its inception, the Church has attracted several celebrities. But the Church also has come under fire for its stance on psychiatry, the high … Read more
Michael Jordan needs no introduction. He is one of the most famous and recognizable athletes in the world. Along with Tiger Woods, he is also in a rare company of billionaire athletes. Many kids call him only MJ, his nickname while playing in the NBA. Jordan won six titles in the NBA, broke many records, … Read more