The term "history" refers to the study and recording of previous events. Prehistoric times are those that occurred before the development of written records. "History" is a catch-all phrase that includes not only events of the past but also their recollection, study, collecting, presentation, and interpretation.
History
Jorge Luis Borges' unsettling dream about violently attacking his former assistant professor Jaime Rest unveils a complex relationship between two literary giants. This story delves deep into Rest's enigmatic life.
History
The captivating saga of the Romani people stretches across centuries and continents, tracing their origins in India to a diaspora that defied borders. The 1018 mass deportation set the stage for their remarkable journey, leading to their presence across Europe and beyond.
History
In 1924, as Mexico grappled with the aftershocks of the revolution, a clandestine force emerged: the Confidential Department. Created to keep tabs on political dissidents, this spy network forever altered Mexican politics.
History
From its first exploration by José Antonio Alzate in 1777 to modern-day excavations, the ancient Mesoamerican city of Xochicalco has captivated historians and archaeologists alike. Situated atop a hill and fortified with ingenious natural defenses, the site is a treasure trove of temples.
History
In 1793, the Tuxtla volcano in San Martín Tuxtla, Veracruz, erupted in a terrifying spectacle that had locals fearing the end of the world. The event captured not just local attention but also that of Spain's King Charles IV, who dispatched a scientific expedition
Culture
Rosaura Revueltas was not just an actress; she was a force that defied borders and ideologies. Born in Mexico in 1910, Revueltas captured audiences with award-winning roles before taking a revolutionary turn in the U.S. film The Salt of the Earth.
History
In the sweltering heat of colonial cities, the ice monopoly, was far more than a historical footnote. This state-sanctioned enterprise satisfied not just sweet cravings but also met critical health needs, especially during epidemics like yellow fever.
History
From the vocal proclamations of pregoneros in colonial squares to today's digital platforms, Mexican journalism has weathered censorship, regime changes, and revolutions to become a cornerstone of the nation's democracy.
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The Spanish Civil War led to an exodus of thousands seeking refuge from Franco's dictatorship, and among them were women whose stories have often been sidelined. Mexico didn't just offer asylum; it became a canvas for Spanish women to challenge patriarchal norms and reimagine their roles.
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When Paris Pişmiş arrived in Mexico in 1942, she didn't just unpack her bags; she unpacked a new era for Mexican astronomy. Shattering the glass ceiling, she became the nation's first professional astronomer.
History
Ignoring the groundbreaking contributions of women in science doesn't just rob them of deserved recognition; it sets a dangerous precedent for future generations. When young girls don't see women celebrated in STEM fields, it sends a harmful message.
History
It was a signal like no other—fast, rhythmic, emanating from a specific point in the vast cosmic sea. Could this be a message from an extraterrestrial civilization? Jocelyn Bell Burnell playfully dubbed it “Little Green Men,” capturing imaginations and stirring debates.
History
The controversial heart of Rosalind Franklin's story pulsates around “Photograph 51,” the iconic image capturing the elusive double helix structure of DNA. Unbeknownst to her, colleagues James Watson and Francis Crick covertly used this groundbreaking photograph as their blueprint.
History
In 1963, at the age of 26, Valentina Tereshkova was strapped into the Vostok 6 rocket, her heart likely pounding ahead of the unknown. Her ascent was solitary but monumental, making her the first woman to breach Earth's atmosphere and venture into the cosmic expanse.
Islas Marías
Islas Marías is an island of haunting contradictions. Imagine a prison where inmates live in “dignified small departments,” farm, fish, and even have their families move in—almost a utopia confined. But there's a dark underbelly: Laguna “El Toro,” a facility for 'highly dangerous' inmates.
Islas Marías
Welcome to the chilling saga of Islas Marías, Mexico's long-standing penal colony that has housed characters as riveting as they are horrifying. Imagine a motherly figure charged with assassinating a former President, altering the course of history.