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The Start of the Palestinian-Israeli Conflict
Do we understand the conflict between Israel and Palestine? Watch any reports, and one word is mentioned frequently: Nakba. Nakba is an Arabic word meaning catastrophe. The Palestinians refer to it as their mass eviction from their land.
Sam H ArnoldPublished 5 months ago in HistorySigiriya
Sigiriya is an ancient rock fortress, located in the northern Matale District near the town of Dambulla in the Central Province, Sri Lanka. It is known for its massive column of rock that reaches nearly 200 meters high. The site dates to the reign of King Kashyappa (477-495 AD), who chose this site as his new capital.
ItsmewritingPublished 5 months ago in EarthHow to Explore Lesotho
Lesotho is a country entirely surrounded by Africa but has a very unique identity. The capital has a Western vibe, but the countryside still harks back to a bygone era. Lesotho is also called the Kingdom of the Sky because of its high altitude. There aren’t many motorways, but if you fancy a trek or a horse ride, this is where you should be; you can stop in any village you like, but the village chief needs to consent.
Claudia FennelPublished 5 months ago in EarthThe Shadow's Redemption
In the dimly lit alleyways of the city, a criminal known as "Shadow" prowled, leaving whispers of his exploits in his wake. Shadow was a master of deception, blending into the shadows of the urban jungle like a ghost. He was infamous for his cunning heists and impeccable getaways.
Twisted Desires: The Lothian Family Murders
In the quiet, peaceful neighborhood of Lothian, Maryland, life seemed to roll on uneventfully. The rolling fields of Lothian painted a sleepy green backdrop to the lives of its residents. Among them was a seemingly ordinary family, the Anastasis. However, their house, located on West Bayfront Road, would soon become the epicenter of a shocking and tragic drama involving sex, murder, and a web of dark secrets.
Just because I feel like itPublished 5 months ago in CriminalThe great Mystery of Pyramids
The Great Pyramid of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world, continues to captivate the imagination of millions of tourists who flock to Egypt each year. This iconic monument, situated just 50 miles from modern Cairo, serves as a time machine, transporting visitors thousands of years back in history. While the pyramids themselves contribute to this sense of time travel, the intrigue surrounding their construction has long been a topic of debate and research, raising one central question: how was the Great Pyramid built? Were aliens involved in this monumental endeavor? The good news is, you don't have to wait for time travel to be invented to find out the answer, as the mystery has finally been unraveled.
Darshani WijerarthnaPublished 5 months ago in HistoryThebes-Luxor
Thebes, also known as Waset in ancient Egyptian, was one of the most significant and powerful cities in the ancient world. Located on the east bank of the Nile River in present-day Luxor, Egypt, Thebes was the capital of the New Kingdom during Egypt's Middle and Late Bronze Ages (c. 16th to 11th centuries BC). It was a city of immense historical, cultural, and religious importance, and its legacy continues to influence our understanding of ancient Egypt.
Haris HadzicPublished 5 months ago in HistoryExploring the Vibrant History of Black Asians
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