Day: 1 January 2023
Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, Sworn In As Brazil’s Next President
DeJa Vu for Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva as he is sworn in again as Brazil’s president, marking a historic moment for the country as Lula became the first president from the country’s working class to hold the presidency twice. First, from 2003 – 2010 and 2023 2027 providing his government does not collapse. The Read More…
How Was The West Really Won?
The “winning” of the American West refers to the expansion of the United States into the western part of the continent in the 19th and early 20th centuries. This process involved the settlement and development of the western territories, as well as the displacement and often subjugation of the indigenous peoples who lived there. The Read More…
Do You Know The Origins Of New Year’s Resolutions?
The tradition of making New Year’s resolutions dates back to ancient civilizations, such as the Babylonians and the ancient Romans. The Babylonians would make promises to their gods at the start of each year to pay their debts and return borrowed objects. The ancient Romans also made New Year’s resolutions, called “Vows of Janus,” in Read More…
Is It Time To Stop Making New Year’s Resolutions?
Resolutions are rarely kept as they are often set in extenuating circumstances It is up to each individual to decide whether or not to make New Year’s resolutions. Some people find that setting goals and resolving to make positive changes in their lives can be a helpful way to motivate themselves and make progress towards Read More…