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Venezuela’s territorial ambitions over Guyana: Oil, power, and a legacy of dispute

As Guyana emerges on the world stage with significant oil discoveries, Venezuela rekindles a centuries-old territorial dispute, raising concerns of regional instability. In the shadows of the …

Errol Walton Barrow: The architect of modern Barbados

From the skies of wartime Europe to the helm of a developing nation, the journey of Errol Walton Barrow, the ‘Father of Independence’ of Barbados, is a tale of resilience, vision, and …

Henry Kissinger, controversial architect of US foreign policy, dies at 100

Henry A. Kissinger, the enigmatic and polarising figure who shaped much of the United States foreign policy in the tumultuous 1970s, died on 29 November 2023 at the age of 100. A Nobel laureate, …

St. Andrews Day: A celebration of Scotland’s patron saint

Every 30 November, the people of Scotland and around the world celebrate St. Andrews Day. This day, also called the Feast of Saint Andrew or Andermas, is the feast day of Andrew the Apostle. This …

Socialism: An overview

Socialism is a social, political, and economic theory that advocates for the collective ownership and control of the means of production, distribution, and exchange. It emerged as a response to the …

History of the Chagos Islands: A tale of colonialism

The Chagos Archipelago is a cluster of more than 60 small islands in the Indian Ocean, about 310 miles south of Maldives and 1,200 miles east of Mauritius. With a history of at least 2,000 years and a …

What is mentoring, and how can it help you?

Mentorship, a one-on-one relationship based on mutual trust, respect, and a shared commitment to personal and professional growth, has long been integral to personal and career development. Providing …

Thanksgiving – A historical journey and celebration of gratitude

Thanksgiving is a widely celebrated holiday in the United States and Canada, and it holds a special place in the hearts of millions. This cherished day is steeped in tradition and history. It brings …

Five empires that conquered the world

Before the sails of Columbus breached the horizons of the New World, there were empires—vast, mighty, and relentless in their quest for dominion. These empires, their legacies etched not merely in …

Venezuela: From colonisation to independence

In the tapestry of South American history, Venezuela’s story weaves through the vivid colours of indigenous cultures, the dark hues of colonial exploitation, and the bright strands of a quest …

Guyana and the Essequibo dispute: A colonial legacy in South America

In the dense rainforests and along South America’s vast, winding rivers, the Essequibo region of Guyana is a testament to the continent’s complex colonial history and the enduring legacies …

Beneath the surface: The dark cost of Congo’s riches

Welcome to the Democratic Republic of Congo, a nation blessed with an abundance of valuable minerals yet cursed with a legacy of exploitation and suffering. The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) …