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Letters from the Empire
Prologue: The Ottoman Empire—spanning over six centuries, three continents, and countless souls—was not merely built on conquest or sultans’ decrees. It lived in the hands that planted its gardens, sailed its ships, marched in its armies, and whispered secrets in its palaces. These are the letters they left behind.
By Salah Uddin7 months ago in History
The Kashmir Smast. Secrets of the Buddhist Caves of Katlang, Mardan Pakistan.
Who Lived Here? The Kashmir Smast was once home to Buddhist monks, spiritual leaders, and scholars. The word Smast itself comes from the Sanskrit word Samasta, meaning “cave” or “temple”. It is believed that these caves were first occupied in the 4th century CE, at the height of the Gandhara civilization, which was famous for its art, learning, and devotion to Buddhism.
By USA daily update 7 months ago in History
When the British Ruled Pakistan. A Story of Power, Places, and Parting.
Where the British Lived The British officials, soldiers, and their families lived in carefully chosen areas across present-day Pakistan. They picked places with cooler climates, strategic importance, and scenic beauty. Their settlements were built in the style of English countryside towns, with bungalows, clubs, churches, gardens, and markets.
By Active USA 7 months ago in History
Why We’re Still Obsessed with 90s Nostalgia
The 1990s: a decade of neon scrunchies, dial‑up tones, grunge music and VHS tapes. In 2025 it seems odd that today’s generation—born well after the 90s ended—are enveloped in nostalgia for an era they barely (or never) experienced. From reboots of Friends to resurgence of cassette tapes and flannel shirts, the 90s persist in pop culture. But why? Why does 90s nostalgia grip us so deeply—even two and a half decades later?
By Muhammad Sabeel7 months ago in History
Vasco da Gama. AI-Generated.
The morning of July 8, 1497, dawned cool and foggy over Lisbon’s Tagus River. Vasco da Gama, a provincial noble from the coastal town of Sines, surveyed his armada: four vessels—the elegant São Gabriel, her sister São Rafael, the nimble Berrio, and a stout store ship—carrying nearly 170 souls and Portugal’s boldest ambition
By Muhammad Saeed7 months ago in History
Counselor in Training Immersive Cultural Experience with the Latin/x Community
Part I: Research Hispanic/Latin Americans are eclectic, as they are comprised of people from many countries. Hispanics are any people who have ancestry from Spain or Spanish-speaking countries of Latin America (twenty different countries), which includes people from Mexico, Puerto Rico, Cuba, Central and South America, and other Spanish-speaking regions. “As of 2022, Hispanic people constituted approximately 63.7 million or 19% of the US population representing a 77% growth rate since 1980 (14.5 million)” (Borrell, 2024). Emerging multicultural counselors must take the time to research and learn about the rich history, attributes, and customs of Latin Americans, as the percentage of people within America is rising quickly.
By Rowan Finley 7 months ago in History
Murder, Marriage, and the Throne: Hürrem Sultan’s Ruthless Ascent
She arrived in chains—nameless, powerless, just another terrified girl ripped from her homeland and thrust into the opulent prison of the Ottoman harem. But behind her wide eyes and fiery red hair burned something no chains could hold: ambition.
By Kristen Orkoshneli7 months ago in History
Gold Map Australia: Discover the Top Gold Mining Locations
Australia is one of the world’s leading gold producers, and understanding its key mining regions begins with the right gold map of Gold Map Australia. From Western Australia’s Super Pit to Victoria’s Golden Triangle, these maps reveal the locations of active mines, historical goldfields, and exploration zones.
By Hafa Solutions7 months ago in History
