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Ethnic Cleansing Of Gypsies In History
Ethnic Cleansing Of Gypsies In History

A People Without a Country: The Gypsies

Persecuted around the world and still subject to discrimination in modern day Europe, we look into the fascinating history of the Gypsy people.

By Richard Stockton Aug 12, 2015

A People Without a Country: The Gypsies

Persecuted around the world and still subject to discrimination in modern day Europe, we look into the fascinating history of the Gypsy people.

By Richard Stockton August 12, 2015
Woman Menorah
Woman Menorah

To Hell And Back: Ethiopia’s Jews In Israel

Tucked away in northwest Ethiopia, along a line roughly stretching from Lake Tana to the border of Eritrea, lies the land of Beta Israel. This ancient region was once home to over 150,000 observant Jews, though only around 4,000 remain in the area today, most residents having relocated to Israel...

By Richard Stockton Aug 2, 2015

To Hell And Back: Ethiopia’s Jews In Israel

Tucked away in northwest Ethiopia, along a line roughly stretching from Lake Tana to the border of Eritrea, lies the land of Beta Israel. This ancient region was once home to over 150,000 observant Jews, though only around 4,000 remain in the area today, most residents having relocated to Israel...

By Richard Stockton August 2, 2015
Balloon Fest 1986 Launch
Balloon Fest 1986 Launch

When Cleveland, Ohio Decided To Launch 1.5 Million Balloons At Once

Surely someone could have seen this one coming. In one helluva poorly conceived–if not momentarily pretty–publicity stunt, Los Angeles-based company Treb decided to promote its services by releasing nearly 1.5 million balloons into the skies of Cleveland, Ohio. In spite of wasting vast amounts of helium for a single, fleeting...

By Savannah Cox Jul 30, 2015

When Cleveland, Ohio Decided To Launch 1.5 Million Balloons At Once

Surely someone could have seen this one coming. In one helluva poorly conceived–if not momentarily pretty–publicity stunt, Los Angeles-based company Treb decided to promote its services by releasing nearly 1.5 million balloons into the skies of Cleveland, Ohio. In spite of wasting vast amounts of helium for a single, fleeting...

By Savannah Cox July 30, 2015
Clement V Burning Templars
Clement V Burning Templars

Better Know A Pope: Clement V

Tired of letting the Italians have all the fun, Pope Clement V ushered in an era of French papal corruption.

By Richard Stockton Jul 2, 2015

Better Know A Pope: Clement V

Tired of letting the Italians have all the fun, Pope Clement V ushered in an era of French papal corruption.

By Richard Stockton July 2, 2015
Fiat 124
Fiat 124

The Worst Cars Ever Sold

Owning a terrible car is a rite of passage for most of us. It’s a rare, and very lucky, Westerner who hasn’t at some point been roped into buying a rolling lemon that’s three-quarters replacement parts and one-quarter rust. This is usually because we were dumb enough to buy used...

By Richard Stockton Jul 2, 2015

The Worst Cars Ever Sold

Owning a terrible car is a rite of passage for most of us. It’s a rare, and very lucky, Westerner who hasn’t at some point been roped into buying a rolling lemon that’s three-quarters replacement parts and one-quarter rust. This is usually because we were dumb enough to buy used...

By Richard Stockton July 2, 2015
Off The Grid London Camp
Off The Grid London Camp

Off The Grid: Photos Of Life Inside A Modern-Day Commune

Take a wrong turn on Twitter, and the idea of parting ways with modern technology for good becomes all the more appealing. While living off the grid is a passing thought for many, it’s actually a reality for some living just outside of London, England. In some disused woodland 20...

By Erin Kelly Jul 1, 2015

Off The Grid: Photos Of Life Inside A Modern-Day Commune

Take a wrong turn on Twitter, and the idea of parting ways with modern technology for good becomes all the more appealing. While living off the grid is a passing thought for many, it’s actually a reality for some living just outside of London, England. In some disused woodland 20...

By Erin Kelly July 1, 2015
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