Sanju Bhagat learned to live with the strange bulging stomach that made him look like a pregnant man. It drew laughter from his neighbors, but Sanju had more important things to worry about. Most importantly, earning enough money for himself and his family to live on. Over time, however, his enormous stomach continued to grow […]
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In a world filled with pressing challenges and ever-growing environmental concerns, Julia Butterfly Hill emerged as a prominent figure who captivated hearts and ignited change. Through unwavering dedication and remarkable, almost unbelievable, acts of activism, she etched her name in the history books. Julia’s story prompts us to question the true extent of an individual’s
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Isaac Newton is a name that immediately conjures thoughts of scientific genius, the laws of gravity, and the formulas of calculus. The legendary English scientist is best known for his groundbreaking contributions to mathematics and physics. Many of his discoveries and theories are the foundation of modern scientific understanding. However, many do not realize that
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Born as a slave in the early 1800s, Henry “Box” Brown escaped from enslavement and became a well-known abolitionist and stage performer. His escape is notable for both its creativity and gutsiness. He mailed himself to freedom in a crate, earning him his nickname. Today, he is an icon in African-Americans’ fight for freedom. Early
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In June of 1965, Angus Barbieri, a seemingly average, normal Scottish man, captured the world’s attention. embarking on what would become an unbelievable 382-day fasting journey. Barbieri shattered all records and expectations, stupefying scientists, and public onlookers. Barbieri’s Life Before Very little information is available about Barbieri and his life before his record-breaking fast and
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It is rare for a person to leave such an enduring mark on the world as Josephine Baker did. She dazzled audiences in Paris with her electrifying performances and daring fashion, but her life was about much more than entertainment. She risked her life as a World War II spy, gathering intelligence across the world.
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The musical Hamilton instigated a revival of renewed interest in the founding fathers. It’s easy to reduce the founding fathers to dry facts, important dates, and a timeline of battles and laws that we trot out for school tests. However, these were unique individuals who worked hard to create a country from a conglomerate of settlements. They
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Napoleon Bonaparte’s legacy looms large in history. He was a man whose ambition and military prowess reshaped the map of Europe and the world. Of all the stories and legends told about him, perhaps none is as bizarre and unexpected as Napoleon’s unfortunate run-in with some bunnies. Napoleon Bonaparte was a conqueror of nations and
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Stealing the crown jewels sounds like it might be included in the plot of a James Bond movie or a mysterious spy story. In the late 1600s, Thomas Blood hatched a plan to steal and sell (or possibly even destroy)the crown jewels belonging to the English crown. This was a brave but foolhardy plot, even
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Sarah Rector’s name has long been associated with fame related to her status as one of the first Black woman millionaires in the US. What makes this unusual is that she reached this achievement in an era where millionaires in the United States were rare, no matter which sex they were. Even more noteworthy was
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