France commemorates the Vel d’Hiv roundup after a Paris plaque honoring rescuers is vandalized France has commemorated the Vel d’Hiv roundup, a mass arrest of Jews by French police in 1942 The Independent UK · Jul 19
From colonial symbol to sanctuary: Paris's Grand Mosque turns 100 The Grand Mosque of Paris, built in 1926 in the Latin Quarter as a tribute to Muslim soldiers who died for France during World War I, marks its 100th anniversary this year. French historian Benjamin Stora traces its little-known role as a geopolitical bridge – not only between France and… France 24 · Jul 17
Quote of the Day by Erwin Rommel: “Sweat saves blood, blood saves lives, but...” — why preparation matters, but intelligent decisions matter even more; timeless lessons on strategic thinking, leadership, discipline, and decision-making from the renowned German field marshal during World War II Some lessons never lose their power, no matter how much the world changes. Today’s Quote of the Day comes from Erwin Rommel: “Sweat saves blood, blood saves lives, but brains save both.” In just a few words, it explains why preparation is important—but smart thinking matters even more. It's a… The Economic Times · Jul 16
Every Christopher Nolan movie ranked ahead of ‘The Odyssey’: Which cinematic masterpiece takes the top spot? From mind-bending sci-fi to unforgettable blockbusters, Christopher Nolan has built one of cinema’s most impressive filmographies. Here’s all of his movies, ranked. Tom’s Guide · Jul 16
A 10-Day Northeast India Roadtrip Itinerary Covering Meghalaya, Assam, and Nagaland Without Rushing Days 1 to 2: Guwahati to Kaziranga, Start Moving Before You Think You're ReadyLand in Guwahati, clear the airport, and drive east on NH27 the same afternoon. The road is wide and fast for the first two hours, then it narrows into the Brahmaputra floodplain and the light turns gold.… Times Life · Jul 14
Quote of the day by Julius Caesar: 'The greatest power is not in defeating an enemy, but in making him no longer desire to fight you' and how the Roman leader used the strategy of the 'empty sword' to win without fighting endless wars Julius Caesar employed a strategy of mercy and generosity to convert adversaries into allies, effectively disarming their resolve by understanding their motivations. Similarly, the ancient strategist Sun Tzu emphasized overcoming enemies without physical confrontation. This principle informs contemporary diplomacy and business negotiations, where fostering ongoing peace and collaboration arises from… The Times of India · Jul 10
Switzerland converted military tunnels in the Alps into gold vaults during World War II, hiding its reserves beneath solid rock as Europe descended into war Switzerland moved its gold reserves into Alpine vaults before World War II. A military ammunition depot became a secure underground treasury for national assets. This decentralization expanded storage capacity and reduced urban risks during the war. The Alps became an integral part of Switzerland's financial infrastructure and defense. New research… The Times of India · Jul 10
Meet the thunderstorm that shows up at 3 PM. Almost every day like clockwork A unique thunderstorm named Hector forms daily over Australia's Tiwi Islands. This storm reliably appears each afternoon between September and March. Local microclimates and sea breezes create this predictable weather phenomenon. World War II pilots used Hector as a navigation beacon for flights. Scientists study Hector's consistent formation to understand… The Economic Times · Jul 9
A Japanese soldier stayed hidden in a Philippine jungle for 29 years because he believed World War II never ended In March 1974, a gaunt, uniformed figure walked out of the jungle on Lubang Island in the Philippines and handed over his sword, ending a war that had, for him, never actually stopped. Hiroo Onoda was a Japanese army lieutenant who had been sent to Lubang late in the Second… The Times of India · Jul 9
5 Lesser-Known Wildlife Sanctuaries in India Where Real Solitude and Wilderness Still Exist Dampa Tiger Reserve, MizoramDampa sits in the far west of Mizoram, sharing a border with Bangladesh, and receives a fraction of the footfall that Kaziranga or Corbett pulls in any given weekend. The reserve covers roughly 500 square kilometres of semi-evergreen and moist deciduous forest, and tigers are present, though… Times Life · Jul 9
How the recently launched 'Trump Accounts' follow Warren Buffett's popular stock market advice President Trump launched Trump Accounts for newborn children's stock market investments. These accounts will invest in an S&P 500 index fund, a strategy long advocated by Warren Buffett. The program aims to help newborns build wealth from an early age. Several companies have pledged support and seed funding for the… The Economic Times · Jul 8
Trump Offers Peek Into New Electoral Recipe: Patriotism Laced With Partisan Politics US President Donald Trump invoked partisan politics and dabbled with with patriotic appeals as he commemorated the 250th anniversary of American independence, in a trademark departure from the presidential addresses for Independence Day, in which US presidents usually offer unifying pledges. International Business Times · Jul 5
What Warren Buffett learnt from buying his first stock at age of 11 amid World War II Warren Buffett, commonly referred to as the ‘Oracle of Omaha', was born on August 30, 1930 in the town of Omaha, in the US. He studied under the legendary value investor Benjamin Graham while pursuing a business degree at Columbia University. The Economic Times · Jul 5
Trump again blasts 'communists', hails US as history's 'crowning achievement' on 250th anniversary US President Donald Trump on Saturday hailed America as the "crowning achievement of human history" in a Fourth of July speech celebrating 250 years of US independence in Washington. Trump claimed that under his presidency, the United States was "prouder than ever before", even as he used the event to… France 24 · Jul 5
The Economic Times · Jul 4 'Raipur airport built on my family's land acquired during World War II': Chhattisgarh farmer seeks Rs 3,500 crore compensation in SC A Chhattisgarh farmer is seeking Rs 3,500 crore from the Supreme Court, claiming ancestral land was taken by the British in 1942 for military use during WWII and never returned or compensated for. After a 35-year legal battle, he presents old government records as evidence, asserting his family's rights were…
The Texas Tribune · Jun 27 Japanese internment survivors, faith leaders demand closure of South Texas ICE detention center Completing a pilgrimage from a World War II internment camp in Crystal City, activists said history is repeating itself with family detentions at the Dilley facility.
Bored Panda · Jun 26 “Which Historical Event Is Portrayed In ‘Apollo 13’?”: Guess 20 Famous Films From gripping World War II dramas and intense political thrillers to inspiring biographical films, some of cinema’s greatest masterpieces are pulled straight from the pages of history books. But how well do you actually know the real-life events behind the big screen? In this ultimate movie trivia challenge, we will…
The Times of India · Jun 26 Norman Rockwell’s White House painting that sparked a lawsuit, sold for $7.25 million and inspired a WWII love story is now on public view One of Norman Rockwell's most remarkable works has gone on public display for the first time, bringing together a fascinating mix of American history, courtroom drama and an unexpected wartime romance. The four-panel painting, So You Want to See the President!, was created in 1943 to portray life inside the…
Euronews · Jun 25 No Zelenskyy in Gdansk: can Ukraine’s recovery forum ease Warsaw–Kyiv tensions? The Ukraine Recovery Conference opens in Gdansk on Thursday amid an unprecedented spat between Kyiv and Warsaw. With both presidents absent, attention will focus not only on reconstruction initiatives but also on efforts to ease increasingly strained bilateral relations.
Bangkok Post · Jun 24 Japan PM heckled at World War II memorial TOKYO - Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi was heckled at a World War II memorial event by protesters angry about Tokyo's further shift away from its decades-long pacifist stance, television footage showed.
France 24 · Jun 23 France inducts Resistance fighter, soldier, historian Marc Bloch into its Panthéon of greats Eighty-two years after he was executed by Nazis, Resistance fighter and historian Marc Bloch will be inducted into the Panthéon on Tuesday to repose alongside such luminaries as Voltaire and Jean-Jacques Rousseau. A professor in medieval history, Bloch fought for France in World War I and joined the Resistance in…
France 24 · Jun 23 Resistance fighter Marc Bloch becomes first historian to enter France's Panthéon This Tuesday June 23, Marc Bloch will be inducted into Paris's Panthéon mausoleum. A leading 20th-century historian, he co-founded the French academic journal "Les Annales" and was also a soldier in both World Wars. Bloch, who was Jewish, joined the French Resistance during World War II and was tortured and…
Reason · Jun 22 My Grandfather's Account of the Early Days of Germany's Attack on the Soviet Union in World War II Today is the 85th anniversary of that momentous event.
The Times of India · Jun 22 In 1927, US children mailed 12,739 friendship dolls to Japan to ease pre-war tensions: Many were lost during WWII, with 233 recovered by 2002 A century ago, over 12,000 "blue-eyed dolls" journeyed from American children to Japan, aiming to mend strained US-Japan relations following a discriminatory immigration act. These dolls, intended as goodwill ambassadors, faced a grim fate during World War II, with many destroyed. Today, a mere fraction remain, serving as poignant reminders…
The Economic Times · Jun 21 On This Day in History, June 22: Fast & Furious release, France surrenders, Germany invades Soviet Union, Napoleon abdicates, Galileo recants, Maradona's Hand of God, G.I. Bill signed and other events On This Day in History, June 22 witnessed Germany's invasion of the Soviet Union, Napoleon's second abdication, Galileo's recantation before the Inquisition and the signing of the G.I. Bill by Franklin D. Roosevelt. The date is also remembered for Diego Maradona's famous "Hand of God" goal, France's surrender to Nazi…