On October 17, 1973, a group of nations pulled a lever that would send shockwaves around the globe. The Organization of Arab Petroleum Exporting Countries (OAPEC), led by Saudi Arabia, announced an oil embargo against nations perceived as supporting Israel during the Yom Kippur War. What seemed like a regional dispute exploded into a global …
Some dates seem to carry more history than they can hold, as if time itself decided to stack meaning upon meaning until the weight of memory was almost too much. August 15 is one such date—a day when different corners of the world have celebrated liberation, witnessed the closing chapter of war, gathered in fields …
The renowned Venetian traveler, Marco Polo, stands out as a pivotal figure in the annals of exploration and cross-cultural exchange. His expeditions into the remote realms of Asia during the 13th century not only expanded European knowledge of geography but also heightened cultural sensitivity through his meticulous narratives. This essay endeavors to delve into the …
