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30 July
Explore the Life and Works of Giorgio Vasari
Giorgio Vasari (30 July 1511 – 27 June 1574) was an Italian Renaissance painter and architect, who is best known for his work The Lives of the Most Excellent Painters,…
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China: still the world’s biggest emitter, but also an emerging force in climate diplomacy
Seven years seems a lifetime in politics. In 2017, President Donald Trump announced the United States would withdraw from the Paris Agreement. It prompted Canada, China and the European Union…
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Explained
Social media can hamper teenagers figuring out who they want to be.
Over recent months, a number of politicians have supported calls to ban social media for children under 16 in Australia. Currently, kids under 13 are not allowed to use social…
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International Friendship Day: History, Theme, and Significance
International Friendship Day is celebrated every year on July 30. Every year, countries such as India, Bangladesh, Malaysia, the United Arab Emirates, and the United States observe Friendship Day on…
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World History
Voice of Resilience: Unraveling the Narrative Threads of Emma Godoy’s Life and Work
Emma Godoy (25 March 1918 – 30 July 1989) was a Mexican writer, feminist, and activist who is best known for her contributions to Mexican literature and her advocacy for…
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Indian History
30 July in Indian and World History
30 July in Indian and World History is celebrated, observed, and remembered for various reasons. 30 July is the birth anniversary of Muttu Lakshmi Reddy, Govind Chandra Pandey, and Sonu…
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Deciphering the Complexity of Salvador Novo’s Literary Universe
Salvador Novo (30 July 1904 – 13 January 1974) was a Mexican writer, poet, playwright, translator, television presenter, entrepreneur, and the official chronicler of Mexico City. As a noted intellectual,…
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World History
Farid Shawki: Egypt’s Iconic Film Star and Cultural Trailblazer
Farid Shawki (30 July 1920 – 27 July 1998) was an Egyptian actor, screenwriter and film producer. He acted in 351 films, 27 plays and 17 television series; wrote 25…
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Today in History
Exploring the Shadows: Unveiling the Enigma of Patrick Modiano’s Narrative World
Patrick Modiano is a prominent French author known for his captivating narratives and exploration of memory and identity. Life and Career Patrick Modiano was born on 30 July 1945, in…
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Indian History
The Life and Legacy of Aruna Asaf Ali
Aruna Asaf Ali (16 July 1909 – 29 July 1996) was an Indian educator, political activist, and publisher. An active participant in the Indian independence movement, she is widely remembered…
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International Tiger Day: History, Theme, and Significance
On July 29th, International Tiger Day raises awareness about this magnificent but endangered big cat. Founded in 2010, the day celebrates the global goal of doubling the number of wild…
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Today in History
Eyvind Johnson: Crafting Literary Landscapes of Human Struggles and Triumphs
Eyvind Johnson (29 July 1900 – 25 August 1976) was a Swedish novelist and short story writer. Life and Career Eyvind Johnson was born on 29 July 1900, in Svartbjornsbyn,…
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Tobias Asser: Paving the Path to Peace and Justice
Tobias Michael Carel Asser (28 April 1838 – 29 July 1913) was a Dutch lawyer and legal scholar who is best known for his contributions to international law.
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Indian History
29 July in Indian and World History
29 July in Indian and World History is celebrated, observed, and remembered for various reasons. 29 July is the birth anniversary of Jahangir Ratanji Dadabhoy Tata, Singireddi Narayana Reddy, and…
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Green Energy
Landmark new research shows how global warming is messing with our rainfall
The past century of human-induced warming has increased rainfall variability over 75% of the Earth’s land area – particularly over Australia, Europe and eastern North America, new research shows. The…
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