Gutenberg's invention of the printing press in the mid-fifteenth century ushered a revolution in information sharing that would forever reshape the course of human history. Prior to this pivotal moment, books were painstakingly handwritten by scribes, making them scarce and accessible only to a select few. The printing press facilitated mass produc… Read More

In a time when illnesses were often fatal, a remarkable discovery was made that would change the course of medical history. Alexander Fleming, a Scottish bacteriologist, stumbled upon penicillin by pure luck. His initial observation involved a mold contaminating his bacterial cultures, which unexpectedly inhibited the growth of bacteria. This seemi… Read More

On January 15th, 1918, a horrifying disaster struck Boston's North End. A massive structure containing nearly 2.3 million gallons of molasses collapsed. The sticky liquid surged through the streets like a raging river, obliterating everything in its path. Dozens of people lost their lives, and many more were injured. Buildings were crushed, and th… Read More