Culture&History

  The announcement of the permanent closure of the Legon Botanical Gardens on October 30, 2024, has sparked widespread concern and questions. Mulch Company Limited, the Dutch company managing the Gardens, shared the news on social media (X), leaving many wondering about the reasons behind the decision.   The closure …

  In a historic moment for the Savanna Region, Titiaka has been crowned as the winner of Ghana Most Beautiful 2024. The dazzling finale, held in Accra, captivated the nation as viewers witnessed the coronation of a new beauty queen. Titiaka’s victory marks a significant milestone, as she becomes the …

Nestled in the heart of Amsterdam, a chilling attraction awaits those curious about the darker side of history. The Torture Museum, a small but powerful exhibition, offers a glimpse into the gruesome methods of punishment and torture employed throughout the ages. While the museum’s collection features several authentic and antique …

  The Fukang meteorite, a stunningly beautiful and incredibly valuable celestial visitor, is a testament to the awe-inspiring power of the universe and the mysteries it holds. Its discovery in the year 2000 by a hiker in the Fukang Mountains of China marked a landmark moment in the world of …

  Nestled in the heart of Côte d’Ivoire, Africa, stands a testament to faith and architectural grandeur: the Basilica of Our Lady of Peace of Yamoussoukro. This imposing structure, often referred to simply as Yamoussoukro Basilica, holds the title of the largest Christian church in the world, an awe-inspiring monument …

  Hon. Dr. Samuel Alberto Tekyi, a prominent figure in the Western Region of Ghana, continued his long-standing commitment to the unique Nzulezo village with a recent visit on Wednesday, July 17th, 2024. He was accompanied by his nephew, Charles Obiri Yeboah, a staff member of Queen Mary University’s Archival …

Chocolate, a beloved and versatile treat enjoyed by people around the world, has a rich and fascinating history that dates back centuries. One of the most intriguing aspects of chocolate’s history is its use as currency. In the 15th century, the Aztec and Mayan empires in South America placed great …

Along the rugged and windswept South Coast of Iceland lies a captivating and otherworldly beach known as Reynisfjara. Unlike the white-sand beaches found in tropical paradises, Reynisfjara is a realm of black sand, towering basalt columns, and crashing Atlantic waves. The black sand of Reynisfjara is the result of centuries …

Nestled in the heart of Poland’s West Pomeranian Voivodeship lies a peculiar and captivating forest known as the Crooked Forest. This enigmatic grove is home to hundreds of pine trees that exhibit a strange and inexplicable curvature at their bases. The trees, estimated to be around 100 years old, bend …

In the annals of culinary history, the invention of brunch holds a special place. This beloved weekend meal, a delightful hybrid of breakfast and lunch, was created in 1895 by an ingenious English writer named Frank Beringer. Beringer, a keen observer of society and its habits, noticed a growing trend …