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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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Health
Chronic pain: emerging treatment options for patients after the opiod crisis
Amanda Mascarelli, The Conversation; Gemma Ware, The Conversation, and Katie Flood, The Conversation Chronic pain affects hundreds of millions of people around the world. But the opioid crisis in North…
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International
‘Bloodbath’, ‘bullseye’, ‘America’s Hitler’: why has our political rhetoric gotten so violent and incendiary?
Hugh Breakey, Griffith University In the wake of the assassination attempt on former US President Donald Trump, there were calls from both sides of US politics, as well as internationally,…
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Mahasweta Devi: A Literary Luminary Championing Social Justice and Indigenous Rights
Mahasweta Devi (14 January 1926-28 July 2016) was an Indian writer and social activist. She wrote several essays, novels, and short stories, including Aranyer Adhikar, Rudali, and Hajar Churashir Maa. She received the…
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Visionary Insights: Exploring the Optics of Allvar Gullstrand
Allvar Gullstrand (5 June 1862 – 28 July 1930) was a Swedish ophthalmologist who made significant contributions to the field of optics and eye physiology. Life and Career He was…
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Indian History
World Nature Conservation Day: History, Theme and Significance
World Nature Conservation Day is observed every year on July 28. In order to keep the world healthy, it is important to preserve the environment and natural resources. World Nature…
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28 July in Indian and World History
28 July in Indian and World History is celebrated, observed, and remembered for various reasons. 28 July is the birth anniversary of Rameshwar Thakur, Anil Janvijay, Suvigya Sharma, and Kasu…
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