Gutenberg's invention of the printing press in the mid-fifteenth century initiated a revolution in information sharing that would forever alter the course of human history. Prior to this pivotal moment, books were painstakingly transcribed by scribes, making them scarce and accessible only to a select few. The printing press facilitated mass produc
In a time when diseases 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 accident. His initial finding involved a mold contaminating his bacterial cultures, which unexpectedly inhibited the growth of bacteria. This seemingly m
On January 15th, 1919, a horrifying disaster struck Boston's North End. A massive structure containing approximately 2 million gallons of molasses burst. The sticky goo surged through the streets like a tidal wave, obliterating everything in its path. Dozens of people were killed, and many more sustained injuries. Buildings were destroyed, and the