How the Rainbow Flag Became Associated With LGBTQ+ Rights
How the rainbow became specifically associated with LGBTQ+ rights goes back to San Francisco in the late 1970s, and to one artist in particular.
2023-06-29 21:47
10 of History’s Most Amazing Survival Stories
Most of us never find ourselves in a battle for our lives. That makes these incredible survival stories all the more memorable.
2023-06-28 04:27
10 Facts About James Baldwin’s ‘Giovanni’s Room’
James Baldwin's novel 'Giovanni’s Room' was rejected by editors and publishers before it was eventually released in 1956.
2023-06-26 20:23
Thai cave rescue: Official hailed as hero of cave rescue dies
Narongsak Osottanakorn, a veteran bureaucrat, was beloved for his role in overseeing the rescue mission.
2023-06-23 16:17
The Delicious History of the Diner
The history of diner dining, from their Lunch Wagon ancestors to those “We Are Happy to Serve You” take-out cups—and what the future might hold for these beloved establishments.
2023-06-22 05:15
Dermot Kennedy: Singer apologises for use of racial slur
The singer was criticised for using a term considered derogatory to the Irish Traveller community.
2023-06-21 04:19
8 Facts About Transgender Activist Marsha P. Johnson
Marsha P. Johnson was a relentless advocate for gay rights, best known for her involvement in the Stonewall Uprising and tireless efforts to protect those in her community.
2023-06-21 03:53
NCERT textbooks: Why some Indian scholars are disowning books they wrote
A group of Indian academics wants their names to be removed from textbooks they helped write - why?
2023-06-20 05:24
Biggest plane deal in history: Airbus clinches massive order from India's IndiGo
Airbus has just landed the biggest-ever aircraft order in the history of commercial aviation.
2023-06-20 00:29
Dermot Kennedy: Singer urged to apologise for racial slur
The singer has been criticised for using a term considered derogatory to the Irish Traveller community.
2023-06-19 22:27
Ireland's Land Acts and the decline of the 'Big House'
Irish partition meant landlords and estates were affected differently north and south of the border.
2023-06-18 13:45
Rare earthquake damages French homes, schools and churches
Hundreds of buildings in western France are declared uninhabitable following the rare earthquake.
2023-06-18 00:59