Gutenberg's invention of the printing press in the mid-fifteenth century initiated a revolution in information sharing that would forever transform the course of human history. Prior to this pivotal moment, books were painstakingly transcribed by scribes, making them precious and accessible only to a select few. The printing press facilitated mass … 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 accident. His initial finding involved a mold contaminating his bacterial cultures, which unexpectedly stopped the growth of bacteria. This seemingly mi… Read More

On January 15th, 1920, a horrifying disaster struck Boston's North End. A massive reservoir containing over 2 million gallons of molasses ruptured. The sticky liquid surged through the streets like a tidal wave, obliterating everything in its path. Scores of people perished, and many more were injured. Buildings were destroyed, and the stench of m… Read More