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Last night, we were treated to an amazing Super Bowl, the 60th edition of the big extravaganza. The Bay Area hosted the game, which was won by the Seattle Seahawks, but the centerpiece of the event was the halftime show. The main performer was Bad Bunny, who I've been a fan of for a few years now, and he showed out, because he always does. I absolutely enjoyed the halftime show, and I definitely wasn't alone, as I was one of 130 million viewers who drank in Bad Bunny's performance.
By Clyde E. Dawkinsabout 4 hours ago in History
Alexander the Great – Part 7: The Eternal Legacy of a World Conqueror
A Conqueror Who Connected Worlds Before Alexander, the ancient world was divided into separate cultural regions. Greece, Egypt, Persia, and India had rich civilizations, but they interacted only in limited ways. Alexander’s conquests changed that forever. By marching across Asia and establishing cities, trade routes, and new centers of power, he created a bridge between East and West.
By Say the truth about 19 hours ago in History
Why Does the United States Want Greenland? Trump, Resources and the New Arctic Power Struggle
The desire to seize control of the world is not new. Throughout history, various adventurers and conquerors have attempted this, yet none succeeded in conquering the entire globe. Several figures did manage to capture large parts of the world, including Alexander the Great, Genghis Khan, and Sultan Mehmed the Conqueror. In recent history, a similar attempt was made by Adolf Hitler. However, Hitler’s primary objective was not to conquer the whole world; rather, his main goal was to occupy Eastern Europe and Russian territories in order to create “living space” for the German race. These days, comparable ambitions seem to be stirring in the heart of President Donald Trump. The real-estate investor within him appears eager to take control of vast territories. After Venezuela, his eyes are now fixed on Greenland—indeed, it would be more accurate to say that his covetous gaze has fallen upon Greenland, the world’s largest island, though not a continent. The name Greenland was introduced by Scandinavian settlers. It is a Danish word meaning “land of people.” This autonomous country is part of the Kingdom of Denmark and lies between the Arctic Ocean and the Atlantic Ocean. Its area is 2,166,000 square kilometers, of which 1,755,000 square kilometers—about 81 percent—is covered by ice. Its population is roughly 57,000. The history of Greenland dates back to 2500 BC, evidence of which still exists in the form of archaeological remains. Over the centuries, beginning in 986 AD, the western coast of Greenland was settled by people from Iceland and Norway. Some of these settlements survived for centuries, while others disappeared in the fifteenth century, possibly due to famine or conflict. In 1721, a major expedition was launched in which Norwegian missionaries and others traveled to Greenland. In July 1931, Norway declared eastern Greenland an uninhabited region and occupied it. Denmark took the case to the International Court in 1933, which ruled against Norway. During the Second World War, Greenland’s connection with Denmark was severed when Germany occupied Denmark. The United States then assumed responsibility for Greenland’s defense, returning control to Denmark after the war. During the Cold War, the U.S. established military bases in northern Greenland, turning the island into a strategic front between global powers. The minerals hidden beneath the ice, the opening Arctic sea routes, and geopolitical rivalry transformed Greenland from merely a geographic entity into a center of politics and power. In 1979 Denmark granted Greenland limited autonomy but retained control over defense, foreign affairs, currency, and economic matters. By the late twentieth and early twenty-first centuries, Greenland gained greater self-rule and established a local government, yet it remains part of the Danish realm. This raises the question: what is it about Greenland that makes the United States want to seize it? First, Donald Trump is not the first U.S. president to show interest in Greenland, though he is arguably the first to speak of capturing it by force. The United States considered purchasing Greenland in 1867 and again in 1946, but these plans never materialized. Even afterward, efforts did not cease, and successive presidents continued attempts to bring Greenland under American control. From a national security perspective, acquiring Greenland is crucial for the U.S. because growing Russian and Chinese activity in the Arctic could pose a threat. Experts believe that Trump’s interest is also driven by the island’s vast size and symbolic power. Moreover, Greenland holds extraordinary importance in terms of natural resources. It contains uranium, gold, oil, gas, and large deposits of rare earth minerals. According to the Geological Survey of Denmark and Greenland, the country is rich in rare metals, including seventeen elements used in drones, electric vehicles, and fighter jets—vital for modern technology and defense industries. Greenland also possesses graphite, lithium, and copper reserves amounting to about 0.75 percent of global deposits. Lithium, a key component of batteries, is expected to see its demand increase eightfold by 2040. At present, China dominates the global minerals market, and these reserves could be critical for countries seeking to reduce dependence on China—something the U.S. is already striving to achieve. By now, the answer should be clear as to why America wants control over Greenland. This is a war over resources and dominance. In earlier eras, grain, livestock, and even women were considered resources; today, the resources are different. Denmark and Europe will not easily allow Greenland to fall into American hands. Denmark is increasing its military presence there, while Germany, France, Sweden, Finland, Norway, Britain, and the Netherlands have sent troops for Denmark’s “Arctic Resilience” military exercises. Under such conditions, the risk of confrontation is growing, and for the first time since World War II, Europe and the U.S. appear to be drifting apart. Retreat on issues like Iran will be hard for Trump, and now Greenland and Denmark are showing resistance. In the future, the world may be composed of large empires and their client states. What will be our place in such a world? Our elite will need to decide wisely. The United States has historically opposed adventurism, yet this time it seems to have chosen that role itself. Many Americans consider this their right, and those familiar with the concept of “Manifest Destiny” know that this narrative has long been used as propaganda to justify American imperial dominance. Like earlier adventures, this American gamble will also end no differently—the adventurer will face defeat, and future generations will read about it in the pages of history. But this path is drenched in blood and will undoubtedly reshape the world’s geography. May God protect us all. Is this conversation helpful so far?
By Hashim Khan a day ago in History
'Go' is an ancient Chinese game that archaeologists have found stones from.
Over a thousand years ago, game pieces from the ancient Chinese board game "Go" were interred together. An examination of these "Go stones" reveals that they are made of expertly carved porcelain, smoke-blackened clay, or shell material.
By Francis Damia day ago in History
A jawbone that is 2.6 million years old alters the course of human history.
Scientists' mapping of the early human family is changing as a result of a recently discovered Paranthropus jawbone fossil. In the Afar area of Ethiopia, researchers discovered a partial lower jaw, which they dated to roughly 2.6 million years ago.
By Francis Dami6 days ago in History
AI, Nuclear Weapons, and Accidental War
AI, Nuclear Weapons, and Accidental War In the modern world, wars are no longer fought only with soldiers, tanks, and planes. A new and dangerous element has entered global security: artificial intelligence (AI). While AI brings speed, efficiency, and advanced decision-making, it also introduces a serious risk—especially when combined with nuclear weapons. The greatest danger of the future may not be a planned nuclear war, but an accidental one.
By Wings of Time 6 days ago in History
Future Wars in the Age of Artificial Intelli
Future Wars in the Age of Artificial Intelligence If the new battlefield is hidden inside a nation’s systems, then Artificial Intelligence is becoming the most powerful weapon within it. Future wars will not begin with tanks crossing borders or fighter jets in the sky. They will begin with algorithms, data, and decisions made at machine speed. AI is changing not only how wars are fought, but also who controls power and how quickly conflicts can spiral out of control.
By Wings of Time 6 days ago in History
When the Circus Came to Town
Long before stadium tours, streaming premieres, or “limited engagement” billboards glowing along the interstate, there was a different kind of announcement. It arrived quietly... Sometimes on a handbill tacked to a feed store, sometimes by rumor passed between kids at school.
By The Iron Lighthouse7 days ago in History
South Asia on Edge: Why Small Crises Carry Big Global Risks
South Asia on Edge: Why Small Crises Carry Big Global Risks South Asia is one of the most sensitive regions in the world today. It is home to a very large population and includes countries with strong militaries and nuclear weapons. Because of this, even small problems can turn into serious crises very quickly. Tensions, mistrust, and long history make the region fragile, and the whole world watches closely when situations become tense.
By Wings of Time 8 days ago in History
Coordinated Attacks and Regional Stability: Why Pakistan’s Security Situation Matters Globally
Coordinated Attacks and Regional Stability: Why Pakistan’s Security Situation Matters Globally How internal security challenges, regional rivalry, and geopolitics are deeply connected
By Wings of Time 8 days ago in History
The Spanish Donkey: A Dark Instrument of Punishment in European History
History is often told through kings, wars, and revolutions. But hidden between those grand narratives are quieter, darker stories. Stories of ordinary people, unnamed in records, who experienced history not as progress, but as pain. One such story is tied to an object known as the Spanish Donkey, also called the Wooden Horse, an instrument of punishment used in parts of Europe during the late medieval and early modern periods.
By Salman Writes9 days ago in History
