In 1942, Chinese sailor Poon Lim survived 133 days adrift in the South Atlantic after his ship was torpedoed by a German U-boat.
Alone on a small raft, he endured by catching rainwater, fishing with makeshift hooks, drinking bird blood, and even killing a shark with a jug.
Though he encountered passing ships, none rescued him.
His resilience earned him the Guinness World Record for longest solo survival at sea. Reflecting on it, he humbly said, “I hope no one will ever have to break it.”
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Alone on a small raft, he endured by catching rainwater, fishing with makeshift hooks, drinking bird blood, and even killing a shark with a jug.
Though he encountered passing ships, none rescued him.
His resilience earned him the Guinness World Record for longest solo survival at sea. Reflecting on it, he humbly said, “I hope no one will ever have to break it.”
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The 1970s introduced a wave of iconic toys, blending creativity, technology, and pop culture.
Hits like Simon and Atari revolutionized play with interactive electronics. Action figures and dolls, inspired by hit movies and TV shows, let kids bring their favorite characters to life.
Building sets, board games, and customizable toys fueled imagination and made playtime social.
These childhood favorites truly captured the adventurous and creative spirit of the decade.
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Hits like Simon and Atari revolutionized play with interactive electronics. Action figures and dolls, inspired by hit movies and TV shows, let kids bring their favorite characters to life.
Building sets, board games, and customizable toys fueled imagination and made playtime social.
These childhood favorites truly captured the adventurous and creative spirit of the decade.
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In the early 1900s, Japanese children wore traditional kimonos—a cultural symbol with roots dating back over 1,000 years to the Heian period.
By the Edo era, kimonos became luxury heirlooms, often worth more than a home.
Though daily use declined during the Meiji period in favor of Western clothing, kimonos remain cherished for ceremonies and milestones. 🇯🇵
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By the Edo era, kimonos became luxury heirlooms, often worth more than a home.
Though daily use declined during the Meiji period in favor of Western clothing, kimonos remain cherished for ceremonies and milestones. 🇯🇵
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A stunning collection of 1920s color photos by Gervais Courtellemont and W. Robert Moore for National Geographic offers a vivid glimpse into everyday life in Egypt.
From silk-reeling boys in the desert to Cairo fruit vendors, the images showcase a nation balancing ancient tradition and modern influence.
At the time, over 200,000 Europeans lived in Egypt, reshaping cities like Cairo with districts like Maadi and Heliopolis, filled with modern comforts.
These photos reflect Egypt’s cultural shift under British rule, shortly after gaining independence in 1922.
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From silk-reeling boys in the desert to Cairo fruit vendors, the images showcase a nation balancing ancient tradition and modern influence.
At the time, over 200,000 Europeans lived in Egypt, reshaping cities like Cairo with districts like Maadi and Heliopolis, filled with modern comforts.
These photos reflect Egypt’s cultural shift under British rule, shortly after gaining independence in 1922.
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Ana Victoria Espino De Santiago has made history as the world’s first lawyer with Down syndrome after earning her law degree from BUAZ in Zacatecas, Mexico.
Born in 1999, she’s defied odds through hard work and family support—excelling in both academics and art.
Her mission is rooted in human rights, and she now aims to become a local deputy to push for greater inclusion.
Her story is a powerful reminder that no barrier is too big with perseverance.
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Born in 1999, she’s defied odds through hard work and family support—excelling in both academics and art.
Her mission is rooted in human rights, and she now aims to become a local deputy to push for greater inclusion.
Her story is a powerful reminder that no barrier is too big with perseverance.
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#OnThisDay in 1944, the Allied attack on German-occupied #WesternEurope, otherwise known as D-Day, began. By the end of #DDay, 135,000 men had been landed with relatively few casualties sustained – some 5,000 men. A group of primarily US, British, and Canadian troops (along with naval and air support) stormed #Normandy, an event that has since gone down as a turning point in world history.🧵
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⚔️ History Fact of the Day: The Scythians, ancient nomadic warriors, once thwarted the mighty Persian Empire by leading Darius I's forces into a trap of starvation and attrition. Their hit-and-run tactics made them nearly invincible in the 6th century BCE.
📷 Photo by PHGCOM.
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📷 Photo by PHGCOM.
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The Supreme Commander of D-Day was General #Eisenhower, with British General Montgomery commanding the land divisions. The attack itself was originally supposed to go ahead on the 5th, but was delayed due to bad weather. Different beaches were given codenames (#Utah, #Omaha, Juno, Sword and Gold) and assigned to different Allied divisions, with serious fighting and casualties seen at Omaha in particular. Eventually, all of the original invasion beaches were linked as the Allies pushed inland and captured the port at #Cherbourg; they were then able to move onto the next phase of Operation Overlord. 📷: Photos taken from the Imperial War Museums #IWM and Robert F. Sargent. #WWII
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Detail of the #Odysseus and the #Sirens mosaic from Dougga (#Tunisia) depicting Odysseus' encounter with the Sirens from #TheOdyssey by #Homer. The three Sirens stand on a rocky island, depicted as creatures with the legs and wings of birds holding a variety of musical instruments. Their irresistible songs are said to enchant and hypnotize those who hear them, often leading sailors to shipwreck on rocky shores. This particular mosaic is dated to the 2nd century CE. 📷 Photo by Carole Raddato, taken at the Bardo National Museum, Tunisia. #AncientHistory #AncientGreece
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