04th November 2009
The O2 Arena is located in London, United Kingdom; it is a venue that serves multiple purposes. Seating allows for a capacity of 20,000 people. The O2 Arena was completed in June 1999 and its original name was the Millennium Dome. The construction of t...
04th November 2009
As all now, 2009 is the year of astronomy. 40 years ago, Apollo 11 was sent to do that amazing Lunar expedition, and Neil Armstrong managed to set foot on moon land – however, how did it all start? Where did the space shuttle project begin? Up until abo...
04th November 2009
History is an important and interesting part of who we were and are today. It is said that it is vital to know history to learn from past mistakes, as it ensures us a better future. While it may sound like nothing more than a sweet poem, it is important t...
04th November 2009
There is no other figure in world history more controversial than Christopher Columbus is. Come Columbus Day - celebrated every October - and the streets are filled with two groups belonging to the opposite poles, one eulogizing the adventurer navigator a...
04th November 2009
• Herbalism
The history of herbalism as a medicine is the most ancient. Herbs have been used for medicinal purposes since time immemorial. The usage of plants as agents of healing dates back to as early as 13,000 to 25,000 BCE, as the cave paintings ...
04th November 2009
The internet is a huge network of networks. Several computer networks across the world connect seamlessly with each other using a protocol known as the "IP Protocol". The connection is made possible through various telecommunication mechanisms such as tel...
04th November 2009
The first whiff of tension between Russia and the West was felt in the air during the time of the Bolshevik revolution. While the Ottoman Empire was in its death's throes, Russia grabbed the opportunity to annex large territories in Europe. This brought t...
04th November 2009
Trampoline, as a device that bounces people up in the air and then holds them back in to cushion their fall on the ground, has been around for quite a long time. Excavations show the first primitive version of trampoline in the form of walrus skin, used b...
04th November 2009
Tennis, as a game, has a great tradition throughout history. It is probably one of the most interesting and entertaining sports out there – even if it is not played in teams. In addition, for those who are interested in its history, there are two notabl...
04th November 2009
The Tudors are descendants of John Beaufort. John Beaufort himself was born out of wedlock between Prince John of Gaunt - the first Duke of Lancaster - and Katherine Swynford. In the normal course, an illegitimate child cannot claim the throne. However, a...
