Generations of TV viewers are familiar with Bob Barker, who served as the iconic host of The Price is Right from 1972 to 2007. Barker was definitely a memorable part of the long-running game show, and perhaps is most unique and best-known trademark was ending each show with this animal PSA: “This is Bob Barker reminding you to help control the pet … [Read more...] about Bob Barker celebrates 99th birthday: his life as an advocate for animals
Yukon Gold Miners Unearth Rare Trove of Woolly Mammoth Bones
In a tale that reads like an adventure straight out of history, a group of intrepid miners in Dawson City, Yukon, set out with hopes of striking gold. Little did they know, they were about to stumble upon a different kind of treasure—one that belonged to a time long past. As their shovels delved into the earth, they uncovered a stunning trove of woolly mammoth bones, igniting a … [Read more...] about Yukon Gold Miners Unearth Rare Trove of Woolly Mammoth Bones
Palmanova – A Star Fort of the Renaissance in Northeast Italy
Palmanova, known as Palme in Friulian, is a captivating town and municipality situated in the Udine region of Friuli-Venezia Giulia, located in the northeast of Italy. The town serves as a remarkable example of a late Renaissance star fort, a creation of the Venetian Republic dating back to 1593. Its unique fortifications have earned it a prestigious spot on UNESCO's World … [Read more...] about Palmanova – A Star Fort of the Renaissance in Northeast Italy
Boldt Castle: Tragic Tale of Love
Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Thousand Islands region, Boldt Castle stands as a testament to architectural grandeur and romantic ideals. This remarkable edifice, located on Heart Island, New York, boasts a captivating history that intertwines love, tragedy, and ambition. In this article, we delve into the captivating narrative of Boldt Castle, unearthing its tragic … [Read more...] about Boldt Castle: Tragic Tale of Love
On This Day: Historic Krakatau Eruption of 1883
On an early May morning in 1883, the captain of the German warship Elisabeth spotted a cloud of ash and dust rising above the uninhabited island of Krakatau. Little did the captain know that his documentation of this ominous cloud would be one of the first recorded volcanic eruptions from this Indonesian island in at least two centuries. Over the next two months, … [Read more...] about On This Day: Historic Krakatau Eruption of 1883