One of the greatest mysteries in aviation history may finally be on the verge of being solved. After Amelia Earhart was officially declared deceased on January 5, 1939, with the belief that her plane had run out of fuel and crashed into the vast ocean, the unanswered questions about what […] More
Codes or symbols always have a special allure, sparking curiosity, especially among analysts. Some take decades to decipher, and a dress from the 19th century is one of them. For nearly a decade, sleuths had tried to decode a mysterious message found within the folds of a silk bustle dress. […] More
“Tragedy by the Sea” is a famous photograph that captures the raw emotion of a tragic event. The image, which won the prestigious 1955 Pulitzer Prize for press photography, is described as “poignant and profoundly moving” by the Pulitzer committee. It depicts a moment of profound loss and grief, touching […] More
“Always remember that you are absolutely unique. Just like everyone else.” This timeless quote is just one of the many pearls of wisdom left by Margaret Mead, a renowned anthropologist whose work continues to inspire and enlighten. Throughout her life, Mead delved into the complexities of human culture, challenging norms […] More
For nearly a hundred years, the iconic photograph “Lunch Atop A Skyscraper” has symbolized many aspects from New York City to the Great Depression to America itself. Taken on September 20, 1932, this famous image freezes a moment in time. In the black-and-white image, 11 intrepid ironworkers sit perched on […] More
15 is the age when children happily go to school to study and make friends. But for Dorothy Counts, it was a challenging time she’d never forget. Attending Harry Harding High School in Charlotte, she faced intense racial discrimination. She endured insults, humiliation, and even physical violence from classmates, all […] More
Throughout history, numerous brilliant women have played pivotal roles in science, but despite their remarkable contributions, many of them were never recognized. Some faced adversity at the hands of men, while others tragically met untimely ends. Only a select few managed to carve out a place for themselves in the […] More
“The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” These profound words by Eleanor Roosevelt resonate deeply when we reflect upon the extraordinary women we honor today. Many extraordinary women in history defied the constraints of their time and left an indelible mark on history. They […] More
When it comes to renowned pirates, we often think about Blackbeard or Captain Jack Sparrow. But now, we can temporarily forget these names because the most successful pirate captain of all time was a Chinese woman named Ching Shih. “She was absolutely, unquestionably the greatest pirate who ever lived,” says […] More
Most artists belong to their times, but the music of Billie Holiday, born more than 100 years ago, seems timeless, resonating with contemporary audiences. She tragically passed away just as the nation began confronting pressing issues such as race, drugs, feminism, and misogyny – all of which converged in her […] More
