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Editor's Choice
Babies infected with syphilis are part of a growing tragedy – one that could be easily prevented
Data just published online shows a worrying increase in infectious syphilis cases in women living in Australia aged 15–44 (referred…
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Editor's Choice
Indigenous suicide and incarceration are increasing, according to latest Closing the Gap report
The rate of suicide among Indigenous Australians is increasing, as is the rate of children in out-of-home care, according to…
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World History
Switzerland National Day and its Significance
Switzerland National Day, also known as Swiss National Day or Bundesfeier (German for "Federal Celebration"), is celebrated on August 1st…
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Today in History
Unveiling the Legacy: Tadeusz Reichstein’s Trailblazing Journey in Science
Tadeusz Reichstein (20 July 1897 – 1 August 1996) was a Polish-Swiss chemist. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in…
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1 August
Writing the Human Condition: Stanley Middleton’s Journey Through Pages
Stanley Middleton (1 August 1919 – 25 July 2009) was a British novelist. In 1974, Stanley Middleton’s novel “Holiday” was…
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Indian History
Bal Gangadhar Tilak: The Lion of India’s Freedom Struggle
Bal Gangadhar Tilak (23 July 1856 – 1 August 1920) was a scholar, mathematician, philosopher, and radical nationalist who laid the…
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World History
World Wide Web Day: History, Theme, and Significance
1 August is observed annually as World Wide Web Day. A day to appreciate web browsing, the online activity that puts the…
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World History
Remembering Gerda Taro: Pioneering Photojournalist and War Correspondent
Gerda Taro (1 August 1910 – 26 July 1937) was a German war photographer active during the Spanish Civil War.
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1 August
1 August in Indian and World History
1 August in Indian and World History is celebrated, observed, and remembered for various reasons. August the birth anniversary of Govind Mishra,…
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World History
Celebrating Benin Independence Day
Benin Independence Day is not just a date on the calendar; it’s a celebration of resilience, heritage, and the vibrant…
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World History
Celebrating the Legacy of Maria Mitchell
Maria Mitchell (1 August 1818 – 28 June 1889) was an American astronomer, librarian, naturalist, and educator.
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Today in History
Douglas Osheroff: Unraveling the Mysteries of Superfluidity
Douglas Osheroff is an American physicist. Douglas Osheroff received the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1996. Life and Career Douglas…
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Featured
World Breastfeeding Week: History, Theme, and Significance
World Breastfeeding Week raises awareness about breastfeeding. It is observed between 1-7 August. It commemorates the Innocenti Declaration by WHO…
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Book
Unmasking a Legend: The Story of Govind Mishra
Govind Mishra (born 1 August 1939) is an Indian novelist, who has written more than 53 books. Life and Career…
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Editor's Choice
Think you’re immune to crypto scams? You might be more at risk than you realise
Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets have enjoyed an astonishing rise into mainstream consciousness in recent years. Despite all the hype…
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