Jan. 10, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — The mysterious 1826 disappearance of William Morgan, a Freemason who planned to expose the organisation’s secrets. His abduction fuelled anti-Masonic sentiment, significantly impacting American politics. Continue reading
Category Archives: Human Interest
Scientology’s 2024 year of expansion
The document is a press release from the Scientology religion, celebrating a year of significant growth and expansion. Key achievements highlighted include the opening of numerous new Scientology Churches globally, increased engagement in various programs and initiatives, and substantial growth in its global network. The release further boasts of technological advancements and community outreach projects undertaken worldwide. It presents a positive outlook, showcasing the organisation’s purported impact and future plans. Read more
Horses feel strongly – and scientists know what they need to be happy
Joy. Fear. Affection. The science of animal emotions has confirmed what many animal owners have long known: animals do have intense emotions. However, what they actually feel is not always what owners are used to thinking. Continue reading
People who are good at reading have different brains
The number of people who read for fun appears to be steadily dropping. Fifty percent of UK adults say they don’t read regularly (up from 42% in 2015)
and almost one in four young people aged 16-24 say they’ve never been readers, according to research by The Reading Agency.
Snoop Dogg Launches Direct-to-Consumer Cannabis Lifestyle Marketplace
Today, Snoop Dogg announced an expansion of his Smoke Weed Every Day (S.W.E.D.) cannabis empire by launching the e-commerce site, SWED.com. This new direct-to-consumer marketplace builds off the successful openings of a S.W.E.D. dispensary in Los Angeles and a coffee shop in Amsterdam this summer, bringing his passion for cannabis to the digital space. Continue reading
Luke Evans’ memoir shows why there’s no such thing as a gay Jehovah’s Witness
Chris Greenough, Edge Hill University
Hollywood actor Luke Evans writes candidly in his memoir about his experience growing up as a Jehovah’s Witness – and having to deal with religious and homophobic prejudice.
$1 BILLION ANNOUNCED DURING 2024 GLOBAL CITIZEN FESTIVAL CAMPAIGN TO END EXTREME POVERTY
The 2024 Global Citizen Festival campaign has resulted in $1 billion in commitments to defeat poverty, defend the planet and demand equity for the world’s most marginalized communities. Central Park played host to a monumental day of advocacy and action today, where 60,000 global citizens gathered to hear world leaders, philanthropists, and the private sector make historic commitments in response to their advocacy, having taken a record-breaking 3.4 million actions on Global Citizen’s platforms. Continue reading
Difference between Cockney, Mancunians, scousers, and Geordies
May 24, 2024 /Human Interest — While these terms are widely used, they aren’t quite tribes – they refer to people from specific areas in England with distinct accents and cultural identities. Here’s a breakdown: Continue reading
Children of the Holocaust
May 1, 2024 Human Interest/ — No, the children of the Holocaust did not fail. They endured unimaginable suffering and loss. Here’s why:
How Zambian tribes celebrate their heritage
April 21, 2024 /Human interest/ — Zambia is a country rich in culture and traditions. Throughout the year, various tribes celebrate their heritage through vibrant ceremonies. Here are some of the most famous ones: