Historical
Port Security
The flow of imports and exports coming into and out of the United States is a massive part of the United States economy and critical infrastructure to the global economy. Before 9/11, the focus on these ports would be general criminal activity, physical and cargo security of the premises, access control, and military mobilization security. It was estimated that only about two percent of cargo containers were checked (Pate, Taylor, & Kubu, 2008).
By The Clarkbar845 years ago in FYI
7 crazy facts that are too weird to believe
There are many facts in history that really make sense. But beyond the basics, there is some crazy fact about the world that most people never heard before. Those facts are an influential part of history, but they have got nothing on these zany facts we dug up.
By Maloy Gayen5 years ago in FYI
Cotton: Colonialism, Fashion, and Foundations of Western Capitalism
Cotton has played an important role in historical events. It has been the premier fabric in several societies. The ancient Peruvians, around 5000 B.C., used it as a primary textile in the production of nets and clothing. Ancient Indian, Chinese, Mayan, and Bengali societies also used the fabric to clothe their elite, exchange currencies, export to Europeans, and create entire trade industries. In more modern times, the fabric has also been a central element in the rise of Western capitalism, high-fashion trends in eighteenth century Europe, and the progression of clothing’s role in women’s sexuality. We still see cotton’s role in our society. In 2021, the cotton industry has also seen an increase in sustainable manufacturing practices, cultural promotion, and the rise of athleisure wear designers.
By Diego Arias5 years ago in FYI
Revenge of the Stone People
Okay stone people, you got me. I visited Newgrange, your ancient Irish burial site and I think I hurt myself trying to figure out what your stone age society was all about. Sure, it was interesting but the squeezing and squirming through the stone, cold passageway took a toll on my back. I should have stuck to the brochure but no, I had to see for myself.
By John Thomson5 years ago in FYI
Angels: A Comprehensive Guide
Angels have been a part of human culture and religion for centuries. They are often depicted as having wings and carrying a harp. But what do we really know about angels? In this guide, I will explore the earliest references to angels, their roles in various religious texts, and their appearances in mythology and popular culture. I will also discuss some of the common characteristics of angels and their purported abilities. Finally, I will consider why people should still be interested in these celestial beings.
By Carla Paton5 years ago in FYI
Chernobyl Accident 1986 - Ukraine
The April 1986 disaster at the Chernobyl nuclear power factory in Ukraine was the product of a defective Soviet reactor design coupled with serious miscalculations made by the factory operators. It was a direct consequence of Cold War insulation and the performing lack of any safety culture. The accident destroyed the Chernobyl 4 reactor, killing 30 drivers and firemen within three months and several further deaths latterly. One person was killed incontinently and an alternate failed in sanitarium soon after as a result of injuries entered. Another person is reported to have failed at the time from a coronary thrombosis. Acute radiation pattern (ARS) was firstly diagnosed in 237 people on-site and involved with the clean-up and it was latterly verified in 134 cases. Of these, 28 people failed as a result of ARS within many weeks of the accident. Nineteen further workers latterly failed between 1987 and 2004, but their deaths can not inescapably be attributed to radiation exposure. Nothing offsite suffered from acute radiation goods although significant, but uncertain, a bit of the thyroid cancers diagnosed since the accident in cases who were children at the time are likely to be due to input of radioactive iodine fallout,. Likewise, large areas of Belarus, Ukraine, Russia, and beyond were defiled in varying degrees. See also sections below and Chernobyl Accident Appendix 2 health impacts. The Chernobyl disaster was a unique event and the only accident in the history of marketable nuclear power where radiation-related losses occurred. The design of the reactor is unique and in that respect, the accident is therefore of little applicability to the rest of the nuclear assiduity outside the also Eastern Bloc. Still, it led to major changes in safety culture and in assiduity cooperation, particularly between East and West before the end of the Soviet Union. Former President Gorbachev said that the Chernobyl accident was a more important factor in the fall of the Soviet Union than Perestroika – his program of liberal reform.
By Amit Kumar5 years ago in FYI









