Evolution of writing: Why was ‘J’ the last letter added to the alphabet?
Following Trissino’s advocacy, the use of “J” spread gradually among scholars and printers throughout Europe. By the 17th century, the letter was universally recognised in the English language and was officially documented as distinct from “I” in a publication from 1633, solidifying its place in the alphabet.
Waiting for Obamas divorce, in vain: Why for 32 years America has gossiped about ‘looming Barack and Michelle Obama split’
The former first lady, who shares daughters Malia Obama, 26, and Sasha Obama, 23, with her husband, former president Barack Obama, got candid with Kylie Kelce about her and Barack’s differing opinions on the size of their family on the March 20 episode of Kelce’s Not Gonna Lie podcast.
How three chickens inheritance from mother in-law blossomed into thriving poultry farm for Kiambu woman
Her background a compelling story of a humble beginning. For capital, she inherited three chickens from her mother-in-law.
Trump, Elon Musk brawl over contracts and impeachment as their bromance turns murky
The trouble between the two started brewing days ago, when Musk denounced Trump’s sweeping tax-cut and spending bill. The president initially held his tongue while Musk campaigned to torpedo the bill, saying it would add too much to the nation’s $36.2 trillion in debt.
How Barack and Michelle Obama roused crowd for Harris at Democratic National Convention
At 63, Barack Obama loomed large in the messy deliberations that led Biden to step out of the race last month and endorse Harris, his vice president. Harris, 59, has ridden a historic whirlwind in which her campaign has broken records for fundraising and packed arenas with supporters.
How Harris’ series of meetings with Obamas reshaped Democrat’s push against Trump
Democrats have coalesced around Harris as opinion polls swing in the party’s favour, but a month ago some were openly questioning whether she was the right choice to beat Republican candidate Donald Trump when President Joe Biden was forced out of the race after a halting debate performance.
Kamala Harris builds momentum as Barack and Michelle Obama endorse, give her crucial support
The Obamas are perhaps the last major party figures to endorse Harris formally, a reflection of the former president’s desire to remain, at least publicly, a party elder operating above the fray. The Obamas remain prodigious fundraising draws and popular surrogates at large campaign events for Democratic candidates.
