It is often said, ‘No fraud is small, it is just that they have not reached their full potential’. From the mass of frauds that erupted across the world, we will discuss the top 10 frauds in the world that shook the masses. Did you know that during the reign of the Roman Empire, the…
Do you know how they say that history is often stranger than fiction? Well, that’s completely true. Every now and then, we randomly come across interesting, unknown historical events that are so bizarre that we can’t believe they actually happened. These stories often seem more like fictional tales—so surreal you would think it’s a plotline…
India has been a fountainhead of transformative ideas and innovations that have left indelible marks on global culture, technology, and sports. From pioneering mathematical concepts like zero and the decimal system to the global adoption of practices such as yoga and Ayurveda, India’s contributions are deeply woven into the fabric of world history. Among the…
India’s first beauty cream was named by a King and endorsed by Gandhi. It was advertised as many things but never as a complexion lightener. In the rich mosaic of Indian commercial history, few products boast as intriguing a backstory as Afghan Snow, India’s first beauty cream. Born from a serendipitous moment in 1919 and named…
The middle finger – a simple gesture that packs a punch, embodying centuries of history, culture, and, let’s face it, a fair share of controversy. You’ve probably wondered at some point- what is the meaning of the middle finger? Or why is the middle finger bad? Well, buckle up because we’re about to dive into…
In 1932, Australia faced an unprecedented adversary: the emu. Human beings, known for their impact on other species, especially in Australia, faced a peculiar challenge in the Great Emu War of 1932, starkly contrasting their usual ecological impact. The seeds of conflict were sown post-World War I. Veterans, struggling to reintegrate into society, were given…
History sure has its fair share of mysteries! Every time we discover something from the past, it is just a scratch on the surface. When you hear the word ‘History’, the first thing that probably comes to your head is significant figures, pivotal events, and influential movements that have shaped our world. It is common…