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How Boeing Built The First Airbus, Changing Aviation History Forever
Boeing 747SR, also known as the “Jumbo”, gradually transitioned to the Airbus.
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7 Pre-Independence Hotels That Still Retain Their Old-World Charm
These hotels remind us that history is not only preserved in books and monuments but also in places that continue to welcome guests with their timeless charm.
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6 Of The World's Most Popular Museums You Must Visit Once
If you are a history buff, here are some of the most popular museums you can visit this year!
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Who Invented The Sandwich? A Bite Into Its Surprising History
From ancient China and Jewish ritual meals to Ottoman flatbreads and British gambling halls, the sandwich's journey is far richer than its humble appearance suggests.
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How The Kohinoor Diamond Brought Death And Devastation For All Its Male Owners
The Kohinoor diamond is a part of the British Crown Jewels and is displayed publicly at the Jewel House, Tower of London
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Plague Victims Beneath The Tower? Archaeologists Uncover Mediaeval Graves In London
New archaeological excavations at the Tower of London have uncovered over 20 mediaeval burials, including possible plague victims and rare grave goods, offering new insights into the people and structures linked to the historic site.
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Ever Wondered Why Bombay Duck Is Called Duck? The Answer Will Amaze You
Bombay duck isn't a duck at all - it's a fish with a name that has puzzled food lovers for decades. Discover the fascinating history behind this iconic Mumbai delicacy and why it's called Bombay duck.
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Why Schools Are Closed In Meghalaya, Check New Schedule Of Exam
Meghalaya observes a government holiday to honor Pa Togan Nengminza Sangma, a Garo leader who led the first protest against British colonial forces in 1872.
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UK Police Hunt Suspects After 600 British Empire Artefacts Stolen From Museum
More than 600 artefacts relating to the history of the British Empire and Commonwealth have been stolen from the collection of Bristol Museum, police said Thursday as they released images of four suspects.
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"WhatsApp History": Congress Leader Fact-Checks BJP MP On 'Jana Gana Mana'
BJP MP and former Karnataka Assembly Speaker Vishweshwar Hegde Kageri has mistakenly claimed that the national anthem, Jana Gana Mana, was written to welcome the British and that there was a chorus to make Vande Mataram the national anthem.
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How Boeing Built The First Airbus, Changing Aviation History Forever
Boeing 747SR, also known as the “Jumbo”, gradually transitioned to the Airbus.
-
7 Pre-Independence Hotels That Still Retain Their Old-World Charm
These hotels remind us that history is not only preserved in books and monuments but also in places that continue to welcome guests with their timeless charm.
-
6 Of The World's Most Popular Museums You Must Visit Once
If you are a history buff, here are some of the most popular museums you can visit this year!
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Who Invented The Sandwich? A Bite Into Its Surprising History
From ancient China and Jewish ritual meals to Ottoman flatbreads and British gambling halls, the sandwich's journey is far richer than its humble appearance suggests.
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How The Kohinoor Diamond Brought Death And Devastation For All Its Male Owners
The Kohinoor diamond is a part of the British Crown Jewels and is displayed publicly at the Jewel House, Tower of London
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Plague Victims Beneath The Tower? Archaeologists Uncover Mediaeval Graves In London
New archaeological excavations at the Tower of London have uncovered over 20 mediaeval burials, including possible plague victims and rare grave goods, offering new insights into the people and structures linked to the historic site.
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Ever Wondered Why Bombay Duck Is Called Duck? The Answer Will Amaze You
Bombay duck isn't a duck at all - it's a fish with a name that has puzzled food lovers for decades. Discover the fascinating history behind this iconic Mumbai delicacy and why it's called Bombay duck.
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Why Schools Are Closed In Meghalaya, Check New Schedule Of Exam
Meghalaya observes a government holiday to honor Pa Togan Nengminza Sangma, a Garo leader who led the first protest against British colonial forces in 1872.
-
UK Police Hunt Suspects After 600 British Empire Artefacts Stolen From Museum
More than 600 artefacts relating to the history of the British Empire and Commonwealth have been stolen from the collection of Bristol Museum, police said Thursday as they released images of four suspects.
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"WhatsApp History": Congress Leader Fact-Checks BJP MP On 'Jana Gana Mana'
BJP MP and former Karnataka Assembly Speaker Vishweshwar Hegde Kageri has mistakenly claimed that the national anthem, Jana Gana Mana, was written to welcome the British and that there was a chorus to make Vande Mataram the national anthem.
