This medicinal plant was so coveted, it was worth its weight in gold. But this ultimately brought its downfall.

The scholar, poet, and filmmaker devoted her life to sketching out a revisionist historiography of resistance in Latin ...

The transfer of Britain’s “last African colony” to Mauritius has sparked deep opposition, mistrust, and disappointment from ...

Today marks the launch of “My Journey – Life and Politics,” a compelling new book by political figure Alain St. Ange.

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Why would the founders, so meticulous in their planning, leave the powers of the presidency so remarkably brief and vague in ...

St Patrick's Day is also known as the Feast of Saint Patrick and marks the date of the Irish patron saint's death. The celebration traditionally commemorates St Patrick bringing Christianity to ...

The Chinese government venerates Kumarajiva not only for his contributions to Buddhism but also as a symbol of China’s ...

Valentine’s Day has gotten more popular over the years in the Czech Republic, although it’s ... Apparently, the pig is the symbol of both love and lust, so it’s not uncommon to give and ...

The Trump administration is banning words from government websites, trying to erase transgender people and blocking AP reporters from the Oval Office.

Prepare to be shocked as we dive into the darkest, most horrifying moments in human history that are often glossed over. From ...

Love is in the air because Valentine's Day has arrived! Feb. 14 has long been known as a day of romance, filled with ...