by Matilda Cruz | Jul 11, 2024 | History
The first modern Olympic Games took place in 1896 in Athens, Greece, establishing many traditions that continue today. However, it was not until 1900, during the Summer Olympic Games held in Paris, France, that women were allowed to compete in sporting events for the...
by Matilda Cruz | Jul 10, 2024 | History
On July 10, 2000, a tragic event took place in Jesse, a small town in Nigeria. A massive pipeline burst, resulting in an explosion that claimed the lives of nearly 250 people. The blast ignited a fire that spread through the already impoverished and densely populated...
by Matilda Cruz | Jul 9, 2024 | History
Although the United States declared its independence from Great Britain in 1776 after the Revolutionary War, tensions between the two nations continued for many years. Great Britain imposed trade restrictions on the United States to limit its ability to trade with...
by Matilda Cruz | Jul 8, 2024 | History
It’s difficult to remember the 1990s without recognizing the impact of popular boy bands and girl groups. At the forefront of the pop music phenomenon of the decade was the British girl group known as the Spice Girls. Easily identifiable by their unique...
by Matilda Cruz | Jul 7, 2024 | History
The study of the human body is one of the most critical and complex areas of science, encompassing a vast array of data to be researched. For centuries, scientists have sought to understand the intricacies of the human body. In 1990, the U.S. Department of Energy and...
