Here are 10 significant things tha t happened on this day in history… 1. 1775: Patrick Henry delivered his famous speech with the quote “Give me liberty or give me death!” at St. John’s Church in Richmond, Virginia.2. 1801: Tsar Paul I of Russia is murdered in his bedroom by a group of conspirators ledContinue reading “This Day in History: March 23rd”
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Thought of the Day: Crime
We will never be able to hear about the perfect crime. The paradox that we will never be able to hear about the perfect crime is based on the assumption that if a crime is truly perfect, it will never be detected or solved. If no one knows about the crime, then there will beContinue reading “Thought of the Day: Crime”
This Day in History: March 17th
Here are 10 significant things that happened on March 17th throughout history: 1860 – The First Taranaki War begins in New Zealand between Māori and British colonial forces. 180 – Marcus Aurelius dies, ending the Pax Romana. 461 – Bishop Patrick (St. Patrick) died in Ireland. 1762 – The first St. Patrick’s Day parade isContinue reading “This Day in History: March 17th”
This Day in History: March 16th
Here are ten significant events that happened on March 16 throughout history: 37 AD – Tiberius, the Roman Emperor, dies, and is succeeded by his nephew Caligula. 1521 – Portuguese navigator Ferdinand Magellan reaches the Philippines, becoming the first European to reach the islands. 1660 – The Long Parliament of England is dissolved, ending theContinue reading “This Day in History: March 16th”
Advice of the Day: Pulling Fingers
“Never pull dad’s finger when he tells you to!” The phrase “pull my finger” is often used as a prank or joke, where the person whose finger is being pulled passes gas, causing a humorous or embarrassing situation. In the UK, as in many other cultures, this is generally considered impolite or vulgar behavior, especiallyContinue reading “Advice of the Day: Pulling Fingers”
The Sage and the Owl
A wise old Sage and an owl one nightMet under the moon’s soft, silvery lightThe owl with eyes that shone so brightHooted to The Sage with all its might “O Sage, with years of knowledge and grace,Pray tell me, what is the secret to this place?”The Sage replied with the kindness of his heart,“My dearContinue reading “The Sage and the Owl”
This Day in History: March 15th
Here are ten significant things that happened on March 15th throughout history: 44 BC – Julius Caesar is assassinated by a group of Roman senators led by Brutus and Cassius. 1493 – Christopher Columbus returns to Spain after his first voyage to the Americas. 1781 – The Battle of Guilford Courthouse takes place in NorthContinue reading “This Day in History: March 15th”
Joke of the Day: Secrets
For the past 20 years, I’ve had a Valentine’s card from a secret admirer. I was sad I didn’t get one this year! First, my gran dies, and now this! I’ve been banned from the Secret Cooking Society… I kept spilling the beans. What was the Soviet Union’s most secretive insect? The Cagey Bee. I’mContinue reading “Joke of the Day: Secrets”
Quote of the Day: Character
“If you want to know a person’s true character, observe how he treats those who don’t matter.” Matshona Dhliwayo Matshona Dhliwayo is a Zimbabwean-born author, entrepreneur, philosopher, and philanthropist. He is known for his inspirational and motivational quotes and writings, which have gained popularity on social media platforms such as Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. DhliwayoContinue reading “Quote of the Day: Character”
Thought of the Day: Pop Tarts
The banana used to be the food that most looked like a phone. Now it’s the pop tart. The Pop-Tart is a brand of toaster pastry that was first introduced by the Kellogg Company in 1964. The pastry consists of a filling, usually, fruit or chocolate, sandwiched between two thin rectangular layers of pastry dough,Continue reading “Thought of the Day: Pop Tarts”
