How Churchill came to power at the hour of need, through power of speech defied strongman Hitler, World War II victory for Britain

How Churchill came to power at the hour of need, through power of speech defied strongman Hitler, World War II victory for Britain

Despite their shared triumph, Churchill viewed the war years as the pinnacle of his life, writing later that everything afterward felt like an anti-climax.

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How mother in-law set off America’s most notorious serial killer ‘Giggling Granny’ to poison five husbands, children and grandchildren

How mother in-law set off America’s most notorious serial killer ‘Giggling Granny’ to poison five husbands, children and grandchildren

Nannie’s victims were not limited to her husbands. She also allegedly murdered her own children, grandchildren and other relatives, making her crimes all the more heinous. Her reasons varied, from financial gain to personal convenience, but the pattern of using arsenic remained consistent.

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Miracle drug, holy urine: How Vatican collected urine from 100 nuns in researching Pergonal drug used in vitro fertilisation

Miracle drug, holy urine: How Vatican collected urine from 100 nuns in researching Pergonal drug used in vitro fertilisation

One of the most unusual yet crucial aspects of Lunenfeld’s research involved the collection of a massive amount of urine from postmenopausal nuns, which Pacelli helped organise. This urine was essential for extracting the hormone needed for Lunenfeld’s fertility drug, Pergonal, which later played a significant role in the development of IVF technology.

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America’s first female serial killer lured wealthy men to her farm promising romance, then delivered death

America’s first female serial killer lured wealthy men to her farm promising romance, then delivered death

Her exact fate remains unknown, adding an enduring mystery to her terrifying legacy. Despite extensive investigations, Belle Gunness was never found, leaving her story open-ended and her true number of victims uncertain.

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‘Let it all work out’: Return of Eze Eberechi to Arsenal inspires new sense belonging and the boys are rocking

‘Let it all work out’: Return of Eze Eberechi to Arsenal inspires new sense belonging and the boys are rocking

A fair amount of consideration appears to have gone into Arsenal’s new signing announcements throughout the summer. Most have been themed around what that particular player would bring to the club. For example, part of the focus of Martin Zubimendi’s announcement video was control and rhythm, to demonstrate the qualities he would bring to Arsenal’s midfield.

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Fantasy coffins: A new fad that’s taking Ghana by storm as funerals become more ‘artistic’

Fantasy coffins: A new fad that’s taking Ghana by storm as funerals become more ‘artistic’

When a family loses a loved one, they gather to decide how to honour them. They visit a carpentry workshop, some with a clear vision, others seeking the carpenters’ guidance to create a fitting tribute.

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Research: People with at least three doses of Covid vaccine are at 36 per cent risk of breast cancer, 43 per cent bladder cancer

Research: People with at least three doses of Covid vaccine are at 36 per cent risk of breast cancer, 43 per cent bladder cancer

Evidence pointing to the dangers of the Covid-19 vaccines is growing, yet governments refuse to release detailed information on vaccinations versus health incidents, Campbell said, calling that failing “quite outrageous.”

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Reality for health workers in Haiti: Bullets left windows broken, damaged several parts of the hospital

Reality for health workers in Haiti: Bullets left windows broken, damaged several parts of the hospital

The hospital leadership did their best to organise a proper evacuation but everything was delayed, and the fear kept rising. Some staff who had cars began leaving on their own, taking a few others with them. Watching them go made the rest of us feel abandoned and hopeless. Eventually, we decided to start walking, hoping to find some kind of public transportation.

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Are GMOs really safe? Geneticist says outdated rules ignore mounting health risks

Are GMOs really safe? Geneticist says outdated rules ignore mounting health risks

In studies conducted by independent academics, but even upon close scrutiny of the industry data submitted for market approval – even in relatively short-term, 90-day feeding studies – you saw biochemical changes in the blood indicative of liver and kidney dysfunction. This is with Bt corn containing just one or at most two varieties of Bt toxin.

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Kenya: Regional governments lobby for bigger slice of Tourism Promotion Fund billions 

Kenya: Regional governments lobby for bigger slice of Tourism Promotion Fund billions 

The county government in conjunction with the National Museums of Kenya has independently mapped out and documented over 30 heritage sites within the county. Some of them include Dedan Kimathi Kahiga-ini site-where Mau war veteran, Kimathi was shot and captured by British soldiers on October 21, 1956; Kangubiri Detention Camp, which served as a detention camp and was used as a screening and interrogation centre for Mau detainees and the Tree Tops Lodge where the longest serving British monarch, the late Queen Elizabeth was staying in 1952 when she ascended to the throne.

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