March 8 of each year marks the celebration of International Women’s Day. This special date serves as a reminder of […]
History
Etymology: Origin of the Word “Manila”
Ever wondered how Manila got its name? There have been several assumptions and contentions relating to the origin of the […]
Summary: Timeline of the Fall of Elizabeth Holmes and Theranos
Theranos was poised to become the next biggest tech company born in Silicon Valley. Elizabeth Holmes, its founder and former […]
The Different Definitions of Sustainability
“Sustainability” originates from the word “sustain” which means “to support” and is also the word “sustainable” which corresponds to something […]
The Role of Queen Elizabeth II in World War 2
The United Kingdom and the self-governing Dominions other than Ireland entered the Second World War in September 1939 when they […]
Explainer: The Abdication of King Edward VIII
Prince Edward effectively became King Edward VIII of the United Kingdom and the Dominions of the British Empire, and the […]
Summary: Causes of the Economic Crisis in Sri Lanka
The government of Sri Lanka officially declared in April 2021 that the country is experiencing its worst economic crisis since […]
Facts About Henry Ford: Achievements and Legacy
Henry Ford was an American business magnate credited for advancing the automobile industry in the United States and revolutionizing transportation. […]
Henry Ford: Three Principles of Assembly Line
The assembly line is a manufacturing process that involves assembling several parts of the intended final product in a sequential […]
In History: Where Did Chess Originate?
Historian Harold James Ruthven Murray pinned down the closest origin of modern chess from an ancient board game played in […]
