Sue the Tyrannosaurus rex (commonly known as T. rex) is an amazing discovery. She is named after her discoverer, Sue Hendrickson, an American explorer and fossil collector. Sue discovered the remains while she was excavating on the Cheyenne River Indian Reservation in 1990, near the city of Faith in north central South Dakota. The dinosaur is …
“Remembrance reminds us that our nation has been through even more challenging times. Whether at war or during peace support operations, Canada’s veterans and fallen heroes alike can take comfort in our remembrance.” – Larry Murray, Grand President of the Royal Canadian Legion Our fallen war veterans have indeed connected us as Canadians. They are …
To say that the contribution of Brazilian artistry to Western society, archaeology, and our culture is significant would be an understatement. As we analyze the largest country in South America, we uncover information that proved to destabilize and reconstruct the entire bedrock of scientific theorizing in the region, learn about craftsmanship that spearheaded Christian art …
Brazilian Artistry: A Chronology of Evocative Masterpieces Read More »
Who were this mystery couple that became known as “The Valdaro Lovers”? We will never know. This young man and woman laid sideways, face to face, legs intertwined, holding each other in a tender embrace, oblivious to the world above them. Perhaps they were sharing their last moments together. The male skeleton is on the …
There are mixed emotions about where I am in the world right now. Over 50 years can be a long time for an ole girl like me. Especially after all I have been through. They say it is for the best, that I’ll soon be good as new by the spring of 2012, after construction …
A multiethnic and diverse population, India is home to over 1.4 billion individuals of different creeds, customs, and heritages. This confluence of different peoples comprises a carefully constellated mosaic of heterogeneous art and architecture. While we could spend aeons investigating the unique gastronomies and dialects of different cities and provinces, we’ll prioritise the architectural over …
Splendor, Depth, and Innovation: Commitments to Art and Pluralism in Indian Architecture Read More »
I, admittedly, live a frigid lifestyle. I’m not the best conversationalist. In fact, you won’t hear a murmur out of me. Unless of course we meet, unexpectedly, on a cold winter evening and you’ve partaken in too much holiday cheer! I’ve been known to be a womanizing, alcohol drinking scoundrel. It wasn’t really my fault; …
February, also known as Black History Month, is the month that Black people can call their own. Throughout this month, we celebrate the accomplishments made by people in the Black community in the past and present. The celebration of the accomplishments of Black people dates back to 1915 when historian Carter G. Woodson, son of …
The Roots of Black History Month in Canada and the United States Read More »
We have all seen them at some point in our travels, with their appendages moving at super human speed, whirling and twirling as if on a mad quest to get somewhere. No, it’s not a crazed shopper who has heard of a blow out sale at the mall. Their sustaining life force is wind driven, …
A term that regained fame from Bob Marley’s 1983 hit, the Buffalo Soldier is a name for the brave enslaved Black Americans whose suffering and sacrifice for America is regarded as a heroic staple in history, but at a cost. Who Were the Buffalo Soldiers? The Buffalo Soldiers were African-American soldiers who served on the …
Fighting on Arrival, Fighting for Survival: The Buffalo Soldier Read More »
