On June 23rd 2021, Catalonia reached a historical turning point in its pursuit of independence. Spanish President Pedro Sanchez decided, against the approval of most of Spain, to pardon nine Catalan independence leaders. Four years ago, these politicians were tried … Continue reading Pedro Sanchez Pardons the Independence Leaders of Catalonia, Spain
Though many seem not to have noticed, we have come to a pivotal point in human history regarding our search for extraterrestrial life. Or at least, ufologists would claim so, now that the Pentagon has declassified three UFO videos, taken … Continue reading Anthropology: UFO Sightings – Modern Psychosis or Ancient Phenomenon?
Oriental dance: A mesmerizing art form loaded with history Also known as Belly Dance or Egyptian dance, Oriental Dance has been an object of fascination for centuries. If you have never had the pleasure of witnessing an oriental dance performance, … Continue reading Debunking the Myths around Oriental Dance
The evolution of mankind The evolution of human beings did not occur in an ordered, linear manner, as suggested by the famous March of Progress. On the contrary, evolution was complex, disorganized, and from our standpoint, it was a puzzle … Continue reading Anthropology: Envisioning the Future of Human Evolution
Are feral children real? Or are they a product of our misinterpretation of autism and mental disabilities? Regardless, the stories of these wild children often cause a deep sense of fascination among people. Because they indeed live fascinating lives, but … Continue reading Anthropology: Nature vs. Nurture of Feral Children
The role of illness in human history Like all beings of nature, humans have faced illness since the dawn of humanity. However no other species have come to understand the body and health as well as the Homo Sapiens Sapiens. … Continue reading Anthropology: Mankind’s History of Illness and Epidemiology
Menstruation: the victim of a false dichotomy As an essential function of the female procreating body, but also a token of womanhood, menstruation has always been interpreted as more than a mere biological phenomenon. People either portray it as extremely … Continue reading Anthropology: Understanding our Contrasted Views on Menstruation
Matriarchal societies The fascination for matriarchal societies stems from how few and far between they appear to be. Mythical matriarchies, such as the Amazon warriors from Greek literature, have long been an object of fantasy, and that because we live … Continue reading Anthropology: An Analysis of Matriarchal Societies and Their Culture
Rediscovering the Sahara Archeological discoveries often help dispel myths and misconceptions about different epochs and places. The city of Djado, an impressive abandoned fortress located in northern Niger, shatters the common perception of the Sahara desert. Most people usually depict … Continue reading Ancient History: The Ruins of the City of Djado, a Hidden Wonder of the Sahara