International Women’s Day – Embrace Equity
International Women’s Day is a global celebration of women’s achievements and progress in various areas.
International Women’s Day is celebrated on 8 March every year, and it …
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Bookshelf: There Goes the Neighbourhood by Jade Adia
If you’re looking for something to read this month, consider reading There Goes the Neighborhood by Jade Adia.
The book is a raised fist against the destructive forces of gentrification and a …
Who was Crispus Attucks?
Crispus Attucks was the first American and African American to be killed in the Revolutionary War.
Early family life
Born into slavery around 1723, Attucks was said to be the son of Prince …
Berbice Slave Uprising: A defining moment in Guyana’s history
The Berbice Slave Uprising, a significant slave revolt in Guyana, began on 23 February 1763 and lasted until December of the same year. This event is considered the first major slave revolt in South …
The 1778 Knight v Wedderburn case: A landmark decision in the fight against slavery in Scotland
The 1778 case of Knight v Wedderburn is a significant turning point in the history of slavery and the fight for freedom in Scotland. Joseph Knight, an enslaved man from Guinea, challenged his master, …
Toni Morrison
Toni Morrison, born Chloe Ardelia Wofford on 18 February 1931 in Lorain, Ohio, was an American novelist, essayist, editor, teacher, and professor emeritus at Princeton University. …
Why a sedentary lifestyle is bad for your health
In the modern world, it has become increasingly common to spend most of the day sitting at a desk, either at school, work, or at home. This sedentary lifestyle, however, can be dangerous and even …
Valentine’s Day: The history, traditions, and celebrations
Valentine’s Day, synonymous with love and romance, is celebrated annually on 14 February. People across the globe exchange tokens of affection like candy, flowers, and greeting cards, all in the …
The Holocaust
The Holocaust, one of the darkest chapters in human history, was a systematic, state-sponsored persecution and genocide of six million Jews by the Nazi regime and its collaborators. This tragic event …
Trinidad and Tobago Carnival: A vibrant celebration of culture and tradition
The Trinidad and Tobago Carnival is an annual event that showcases the rich cultural heritage and vibrant spirit of the Caribbean nation of Trinidad and Tobago. This two-day extravaganza, held on the …
Pearl Harbour: The attack that transformed world power
On the morning of 7 December 1941, the United States Navy base at Pearl Harbour, in Hawaii, was struck by a devastating surprise attack from the Imperial Japanese Navy Air Service. In less than two …
Nuremberg Trials: A Landmark in International Justice and Human Rights
In the autumn of 1945, in the bombed-out city of Nuremberg, Germany, the world witnessed something it had never seen before: the leaders of a defeated nation standing trial before an international …