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Today in History
Klas Pontus Arnoldson: Champion of Peace and Swedish Pacifism
Klas Pontus Arnoldson (27 October 1844 – 20 February 1916) was a Swedish author, journalist, politician. In 1908, Klas Pontus Arnoldson was awarded the Nobel Prize . Life and Career…
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International
World Occupational Therapy Day: Theme, History, and Significance
World Occupational Therapy Day is observed on October 27th every year. This day is designated to raise awareness about the importance of occupational therapy and to promote the role of…
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Featured
World Day for Audiovisual Heritage: Theme, History, and Significance
World Day for Audiovisual Heritage, also known as the World Day for Audiovisual Heritage, is observed on October 27th each year. This day was established by the United Nations Educational,…
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Open Section
5 Famous People You Probably Didn’t Know Stutter
Each year, October 22nd marks International Stuttering Awareness Day (ISAD). Stuttering is a speech disorder that affects an estimated one percent of the world’s population—that’s more that 80 million people worldwide, and more…
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Featured
K. R. Narayanan: A Statesman’s Journey from Humble Beginnings to Presidential Heights
K R Narayanan (27 October 1920 – 9 November 2005) was an Indian statesman, diplomat, academic, and politician who served as the 10th President of India from 1997 to 2002…
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Austria National Day and its Significance
Austria National Day, also known as the Austrian National Holiday, is celebrated on October 26th each year. This day commemorates the country's declaration of permanent neutrality, which occurred on October…
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Today in History
26 October in Indian and World History
26 October in Indian and World History is celebrated, observed, and remembered for various reasons. 26 October is the birth anniversary of Godavarish Mishra, Ganesh Shankar Vidyarthi, and Ram Prakash…
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Editor's Choice
Royal Charter storm of 1859: how an almighty tempest led to the birth of the UK’s shipping forecast
Royal Charter storm of 1859: how an almighty tempest led to the birth of the UK’s shipping forecast
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Featured
Ukraine’s IT army is a world first: here’s why it is an important part of the war
Ukraine’s recently formed “IT army” is playing a crucial role in the war with Russia, launching disruptive cyber-attacks and data thefts against the Russian government and other high-profile targets such…
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Featured
How climate change is affecting the seasons
Autumn has finally arrived in the UK following an unusually sunny September. The days are growing shorter, the temperature cooler, and the leaves are changing colour.
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Today in History
25 October in Indian and World History
25 October in Indian and World History is celebrated, observed, and remembered for various reasons. 25 October is the birth anniversary of Mukundi Lal Srivastav, Mridula Garg, and Umesh Kumar…
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National
lobal Media and Information Literacy Week and its Significance
While access to the Internet is increasing worldwide, millions of people still lack access to quality, credible information. PHOTO: © UNICEF/UNI120076/LeMoyne Global Media and Information Literacy Week, commemorated annually, is a…
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World History
Rashidi Yekini: The Goal-Scoring Maestro of Nigerian Football
Rashidi Yekini (23 October 1963 – 4 May 2012) was a Nigerian professional footballer who played as a forward. He is the all-time top goalscorer for his nation.
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Art & Culture
Aravind Adiga: Chronicler of Modern India’s Contrasts and Complexities
Aravind Adiga (23 October 1974) is an Indian writer and journalist. His debut novel, The White Tiger, won the 2008 Man Booker Prize. Life and Career Aravind Adiga was born…
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Press Release
Pat Cummins Announced as the Brand Ambassador for Carrera Eyewear
Carrera Eyewear, a part of the Safilo Group, one of the eyewear industry's key players, the iconic eyewear brand synonymous with pioneering design and outstanding quality -Â is proud to announce…
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