In the annals of bizarre animal tales, few stories can rival the astonishing events that unfolded aboard the Margaret. This ship embarked on a peculiar voyage more than a century ago, in 1889. Commanded by Captain Sargent, this vessel set sail from Durban, South Africa, bound for Boston, carrying an extraordinary cargo that included cockatoos,…
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How Toilet Paper Evolved from China to You
The use of toilet paper was first recorded in China, dating back to the 6th century AD. This practice was initially limited to the Chinese Imperial courts and wealthy citizens. By the 14th century, toilet paper production in China’s Zhejiang province alone reached around ten million packages annually. This early adoption of toilet paper by…
Echoes of State-Sponsored Repression
On December 22, 1992, former educator Martin Almada, alongside Judge José Fernández, made a startling discovery in the depths of a police station in Asuncion, the capital city of Paraguay. This revelation would expose the systematic repression orchestrated by dictator General Alfredo Stroessner. The uncovering of the Archives of Terror marked a pivotal moment, shedding…