In February 1958, tragedy struck the renowned Manchester United football team, altering its course forever. Following a successful European Cup match in Belgrade, the team embarked on their journey back to Manchester, making a fateful stop at Munich-Riem Airport in West Germany. Adverse weather conditions and a failed take-off resulted in a devastating plane crash, … Read more
Easter Island, also known as Rapa Nui, is a remote island situated in the vast Pacific Ocean. Despite its isolation, the island is home to an unusual puzzle that has kept experts guessing for centuries. Easter Island, or Rapa Nui as the local inhabitants call it, sits all alone in the south-eastern Pacific Ocean. It … Read more
Every year, approximately 75,000 great white pelicans undertake an extensive migration from Eastern Europe to East Africa, making a crucial stopover in Israel. However, this has caused concerns for local fish farmers as the pelicans consume large amounts of fish, leading to financial losses. What could be done? You could say that pelicans are an … Read more
Discover the fascinating practice of Life Release, where people save the lives of animals that would otherwise be killed. Explore the environmental concerns and ethical questions surrounding this ancient Buddhist tradition and decide for yourself if the punishment was fair. Imagine that you are sitting by the seaside one sunny afternoon. The sun shines warmly … Read more
A decade ago, as e-books grew in popularity, experts confidently predicted the end of printed books was near. They saw a future where thousands of books could be stored in a single digital device. However, the opening of Tianjin’s new library in October 2017, now housing a staggering 1.2 million printed books, challenges those predictions … Read more
Many countries have a sport or activity that helps everyone celebrate a National or Independence Day, and Indonesia is no exception. Their activity is quite challenging and not everyone will be up to it – just like Hong Kong’s Dragon Boat Racing. It is certainly fun to watch though! What is it and where is … Read more