Muhammad Mahabat Khan, Maharaja of Junagadh was known for his love for canines. The Maharaja was born in 1898 and took over the throne in 1911, at the age of just 13, after the death of his father. It is said that the Maharaja of Junagadh had over 800 dogs who lived with him in…
Nestled in the remote location Spiti Valley, lies a small village with a population of merely 150 people. Komic, which literally translates to “eye of a snow cock” is the highest village in the world connected by a motorable road. This beautiful village offers unparalleled views of scenic mountains and monasteries along with a unique…
You might have heard of world nations that hold the largest militaries. However, for a soda company to hold the 6th largest military in the world seems straight out of a Hollywood movie. In 1989, PepsiCo Inc. acquired 17 submarines, a cruiser, a frigate and a destroyer from the Soviet Union. The fact that Pepsi…
From the frustration of spilled coffee on manuscripts to the crashing of my hard drives, I’ve always wondered if I am the unluckiest person in the world. God knows I’ve seen my fair share of chaotic back-to-back unfortunate events. But when I started my research on this topic, I realized there are many unlucky people…
My husband and I are avid travelers. We have a thorough checklist that we use before planning any big trip and only when all items are checked off, do we feel comfortable stepping out of the house. But amidst the last minute chaos one time, I accidentally forgot my passport (my husband still pulls my…
India is no stranger to hidden gems and unique places that continue to attract tourists from around the globe. Located in the remote village of Hikkim in the Spiti Valley of Himachal Pradesh, India, stands yet another hidden gem— the world’s highest post office. Over the years, this post office has become a popular attraction…
As a writer, I am constantly looking for fascinating events and happenings that have happened around the world. The drama, the colorful characters, learning about new places, and everything that makes an event interesting has always captivated my interest. But what if I told you that among so many grand tales of history, there is…
When we talk about space exploration we might expect to read about scientific milestones or groundbreaking discoveries. But in a twist of tale, that sounds like a plot of a sci-fi movie, space became the setting for a legal drama. Yes, we are talking about the first crime in space. This is the intriguing story…
I enjoy evening coffee with my 11 year old niece as we sit on our porch and look at the things happening on our street. That’s when she uttered something strange. “Oh, God! It’s a black cat. We should go inside. My friend says that black cats bring bad luck”. This intrigued me to find…
The Brooklyn Bridge is one of the most famous tourist attraction places in the world. It connects Manhattan and Brooklyn in New York City and this is perhaps the most interesting thing you will ever read about The Brooklyn Bridge and elephants. The story of the 21 elephants is an intriguing one that highlights the…