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Dimitri Tsafendas: South Africa’s Forgotten Freedom Fighter
It’s nearly 30 years since the end of legalized racial oppression in South Africa -- known officially as “apartheid.” However, most people still don’t know the name of an important anti-apartheid hero -- a man named Dimitri Tsafendas (pronounced “Sa-fendas”); October 7th marks the 24th anniversary of his death in a psychiatric hospital.
Clare XanthosPublished 7 months ago in The SwampBeneath the Smog
In the heart of the city, where the skyline touched the heavens, lay a neighborhood forgotten by progress. Here, amidst the towering factories and billowing smokestacks, lived the resilient residents of Westwood Heights, a predominantly African American community. They had forged a tight-knit bond over generations, but their connection ran deeper than shared history; it was cemented by an invisible enemy lurking in the air they breathed.
Shamsu Anwaar KassimPublished 7 months ago in EarthFeeding the Soil and Gardening styles
There is an important aspect of organic gardening that you can very well relate to. Imagine this. You are hungry. You haven't been fed. You haven't taken a bath. You haven't pampered yourself. You've spent so much time working and taking care of others, but you haven't tended yourself for your own good.
Cyri K MababuPublished 7 months ago in EarthSeptember's Unprecedented Heat: +2.51°C Above Average Worries Scientists
After sweltering through the hottest July and August ever recorded, the latest data for September confirms what we've all been feeling: 2023 is on track to break temperature records. The European Union's Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S) recently dropped the bombshell that September 2023 witnessed "crazy-high temperature anomalies." For Europe, this September was a standout, with temperatures shooting up a whopping 2.51°C above the average from 1991 to 2020, and a scorching 1.1°C hotter than the previous record-holder in 2020. The Earth's running a fever, folks, and there's no denying it.
The Battle of Thermopylae: Spartans' Last Stand Against the Persian Tide
In the annals of history, few battles have captured the imagination and hearts of people as the Battle of Thermopylae. This clash of titans, pitting the mighty Persian Empire against a coalition of Greek city-states, would become an enduring symbol of courage, valor, and the indomitable human spirit.
S.m. TanjilPublished 7 months ago in HistoryA Harmonious Symphony
In the grand orchestration of the universe, Earth stands as a unique celestial composition, a precious celestial body graced with the symphony of life and nature. This delicate balance has been finely tuned over billions of years, fostering the growth and evolution of humanity. However, as the conductor of this remarkable ensemble, humanity faces the profound responsibility of preserving and nurturing this planetary masterpiece. Climate science, the conductor's baton in this epic performance, guides our understanding of the intricate interplay between Earth, humanity, and nature, unveiling both the harmony and discord that echo through our world.
Dominik SzabóPublished 7 months ago in EarthHappy Halloween!
Halloween is a scary and fun event that takes place on October 31st. People of all ages deserve some spooky entertainment on this special occasion – from dressing up in funny costumes and going trick-or-treating to carving pumpkins and watching scary films.
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Scientists have recently confirmed that fossilized footprints discovered in New Mexico are estimated to be between 21,000 and 23,000 years old. This groundbreaking revelation suggests that the presence of humans in North America predates previous beliefs. The initial study, which unveiled these footprints embedded in the ground of White Sands National Park, was published in September 2021, generating significant discussions and raising doubts regarding the accuracy of the findings.
DOULUTUZZAMANPublished 7 months ago in History