On this day: Five historical events that took place on 16 December
Delve into the significant events of December 16th, a date marked by key moments in world history, technological advancements, and cultural milestones.
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On this day: Five historical events that took place on 15 December
Journey through time with our exploration of five key events that occurred on December 15.
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On this day: Five historical events that happened on 14 December
Uncover the pivotal moments of December 14th in history, from groundbreaking space explorations to landmark political events.
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On this day: Five historical events that happened on 13 December
Explore the rich tapestry of December 13th through history, from Drake’s maritime adventures to landmark events in global politics and human resilience.
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On this day: Five historical events that happened on 12 December
Discover the key moments that shaped history on December 12th, including Marconi’s radio feat, shifts in global politics, and landmark legal decisions.
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On this day: Five historical events that happened on 11 December
December 11 has been witness to pivotal moments in history such as the abdication of Edward VIII, the groundbreaking Kyoto Protocol, and one of the largest cash thefts in American history.
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On this day: Five historical events that happened on 9 December
Explore five pivotal events that occurred on 9 December, including Lech Wałęsa’s election win and the eradication of smallpox.
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On this day: Five historical events that happened on 8 December
December 8 has witnessed significant historical moments, from John Lennon’s untimely death to pivotal political agreements,
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‘Napoleon’ movie: Five things to expect from Ridley Scott’s latest offering
Known for his epic storytelling, Ridley Scott is back with the ‘Napoleon’ movie, and here’s what you can expect from this historical drama.
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Hoërskool DF Malan alumni considering appeal bid to pause school name change
Hoërskool DF Malan alumni and a section of parents are contemplating an appeal bid to halt the school’s name change, following a legal setback.
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Remembering the haunting Marikana massacre 11 years later
The Marikana massacre shook the nation and brought issues of labour rights, inequality, and the use of force by authorities to the forefront.
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Why People are Fascinated with the T-Rex
The Tyrannosaurus rex is the most loved species of dinosaur and the first one that springs to mind when we think of dinosaurs.
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Who is Nicole Barlow? – Get to know the woman wishing death on Mantashe
Nicole Barlow, a self-proclaimed ‘green warrior’, insists her Chris Hani tweet was, legally, no different from ‘Kill the Boer’.
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Shaka Zulu is back in pop culture – how the famous king has been portrayed over the decades
The subject of a hit 1980s TV show and of many books, Shaka is reframed by each generation. Now he’s back in popular culture with a major new South African TV series, Shaka iLembe. Dan Wylie is an English professor who has written two academic books on Shaka.
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Carolyn Bryant Donham: Emmett Till accuser dies aged 88
Carolyn Bryant Donham, the woman whose accusation against 14-year-old Emmett Till led to his brutal murder in 1955, has died at the age of 88.
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Solomon Mahlangu: SA remembers struggle icon 42 years later
Solomon Mahlangu was executed by the apartheid regime on this day, 42 years ago.
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The death of colonial SA – Eastern Cape undergoes name changes
The names of major cities, landmarks and settlements in the Eastern Cape have been restored to their pre-colonial status.