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100 Years of World History, As Told By 100 Movies

This is a unique look at the history of the world from 1925 to 2025 , told through the lens of movies whose plots take place in those years. For example, the WWII era is represented by The Sound of Music (1965), The Pianist (2002), The Darkest Hour (2017), Casablanca (1942),

The Black Panther Party Ten-Point Program

In 1966, Huey Newton & Bobby Seale formed the Black Panther Party and wrote a 10-point manifesto of what the group stood for and what they wanted. Here’s the full text of the plan . 4. We Want Decent Housing Fit For The Shelter of Human Beings. We believe that if the White

The French liar

René Descartes, the founder of modern philosophy, was furiously condemned by his contemporaries. Why did they fear him? - by Sandrine Parageau Read at Aeon

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A Swim Through Jellyfish Lake

Jellyfish Lake in Palau is home to approximately 13 million jellyfish. Their mild stings mean you can snorkel in their midst and capture beautifully surreal scenes like this: If I had a bucket list, I think a swim in Jellyfish Lake w/ classical accompaniment might be on it.