Perspectives

How shopping malls are still important!
Shopping malls are still the places where people buy things for their daily needs, and to have fun. -Shopping malls were becoming an area where in one whole area you could get your food, clothing, medication, footwear, etc. in the early 1960's. As time progressed more things were added to make the shopping mall, a "one-stop shop."
By Kade Sutherland3 years ago in History
WHY ORA PEOPLE DON'T BOW TO OBA OF BENIN
Okpameh (also called Uguan) the son of Oba Ewaure left the Benin kingdom after he was banned for committing murder. He went up to the Northern part and settled at a particular place he named Odorlerene (somewhere in present-day Ora). Okpameh was a very powerful and renowned hunter, who was respected for killing the dreaded Leopard (Ekpen), (see attached photo). He took a wife a Uokha Lady who bore him a Son he named Ora Ekpen (because of the circumstances surrounding his birth). Ora Ekpen later bore sons that make up the communities in today's Ora. Okpameh later received information of the death of his brother who before then was the Oba of Benin. It was told that the brother died without an heir to the throne.
By Joseph Bawaijen Godwin3 years ago in History
The story of Kurunmi
There was a time in the history of Yoruba where the heir to the throne was killed whenever the king died. This tradition came about because it was discovered that a lot of princes killed their fathers so they could ascend the throne and become king instead.
By Joseph Bawaijen Godwin3 years ago in History
Lionel Messi: The Maestro of Modern Football
In the realm of football, one name stands above all others, inspiring awe and admiration: Lionel Messi. This is the story of a boy from Rosario, Argentina, who grew up to become the maestro of modern football, rewriting the record books and capturing the hearts of millions.
By ziyad ahmed3 years ago in History
The Middle East Conflict Saga
The Middle East, often referred to as the "cradle of civilization," has paradoxically also been a crucible of conflicts throughout history. The roots of the seemingly unending cycle of war in the region are deeply entrenched in historical, geopolitical, socio-cultural, and economic factors. Understanding these origins is essential to grapple with the prospect of persistent conflict in the Middle East. It's embedded in a mosaic of diverse cultures, languages, and tribal identities. While this diversity enriches the region, it also creates divisions that can be exploited for political gain.
By Gale Mills3 years ago in History
Brief Modern History of Russia
Before 1917, Russian people’s life was miserable. The mostly agrarian country with a compulsory 25-year military service term for male peasants was fighting Germans in World War I and brewing in revolutions and pogroms since 1905. The Bolsheviks led by Lenin (a multi-lingual political Marxist and populist dreamer living in Germany at the time who had a bone to pick with Nikolas II, the Russian tzar) promised to take the country out of the war, redistribute the wealth by giving the factories to workers and land to peasants and to make people’s life better if they did the Revolution.
By Lana V Lynx3 years ago in History
The Legend of Malin Kundang. Content Warning.
Once upon a time, a poor woman and his son lived on the north coast of Sumatra. Malin Kundang was the name of the boy. As they lived in the coastal area, fishing was their primary income. Malin Kundang grew up as a skillful young boy. He always helped his mother to make money. However, as they were only fisherman’s helpers, they still lived in poverty.
By Sky3 years ago in History
Hidden In Time: The Remarkable Women History Almost Forgot
"History is often written by the victors," they say, but what about those who were never given a chance to pen their own stories?
By Margaret S.3 years ago in History
The Mysterious Island of Atlantis
Is it a truth or a delusion that the stunning island of Atlantis sank into The Atlantic Ocean? What do you recognize about Atlantis? Dictionaries point out a mythical island that existed west of Gibraltar within the Atlantic Ocean. Sooner or later, because of a terrible explosion, it sank into the ocean. Is this a legendary or imaginary island, or did it virtually exist?
By Umair Amjad Kayani3 years ago in History
"The Forgotten Land: A Tale of the United States and Mexico". Content Warning.
Embracing the True Essence of the Forgotten Land - Paving the Way for a Brighter Future
By Esse Naeemah Ali3 years ago in History
"The Essence Behind Your Name: Unveiling the Meaning"
"Angela: Name and Meaning: Messenger of God's Love" In the bustling city of Athens, where ancient history seamlessly blended with modern life, there lived a young woman named Angela. Her name, Angela, held deep significance, for it originated from the Greek word "Angelos," meaning "messenger" or "messenger of God."
By Esse Naeemah Ali3 years ago in History
Mystical Tales of the Deep: Krakens, Atlantis, and Lost Cities. Content Warning.
Once upon a time, in the deep blue sea, there existed a colossal creature known as the Kraken. Local folklore had it that this monstrous being dwelled in the waters near Norway and Greenland, and its legend stretches back to ancient times. The earliest recorded mention of the Kraken can be traced to a man named Eric Pontoppidan from Denmark. In his book titled "The Natural History of Norway," written many centuries ago, he vividly described the Kraken as a massive cephalopod resembling an enormous octopus or cuttlefish, capable of dragging entire ships to the abyssal depths of the ocean.
By Sudhanshu Tiwari3 years ago in History