by Matilda Cruz | May 25, 2024 | History
In the year 1800, Ireland was integrated into the United Kingdom through the Act of Union, which placed full control under the British Parliament in London. This decision left many members of the Irish community, particularly Nationalists and Catholics, feeling...
by Matilda Cruz | May 24, 2024 | History
The iconic Brooklyn Bridge was officially opened to the public in New York on May 24, 1883. While the primary function of the bridge was to connect Manhattan and Brooklyn by spanning the East River, it is also regarded as a historic work of art. The opening ceremony...
by Matilda Cruz | May 23, 2024 | History
The psychological horror film masterpiece, The Shining, was released in theaters on May 23, 1980. The movie is based on the hugely popular novel of the same name, written by the legendary Stephen King and published in 1977. The Shining stars Jack Nicholson as Jack...
by Matilda Cruz | May 22, 2024 | History
Tragedy struck on May 22, 2010, when Air India Express flight 812 exploded into flames upon landing at Mangalore International Airport in India. The flight carried 166 people, including 6 crew members and 160 passengers. Unfortunately, all 6 crew members and 152...
by Matilda Cruz | May 21, 2024 | History
Tragedy struck on May 21, 1991, when a 22-year-old woman on a suicide mission detonated a bomb that killed Rajiv Gandhi, the former Prime Minister of India. Gandhi was en route to a campaign rally where he was scheduled to deliver a speech. His path was lined with...
by Matilda Cruz | May 20, 2024 | History
On May 20th, 1900, the second Summer Olympic Games officially opened in Paris, France. Known as the “Games of the Second Olympiad,” this significant event was part of the World’s Fair and featured athletes from 24 different countries. The Games...
