Lalla Fatma N'Soumer, a heroine of unwavering determination, became a representative of Algerian resistance against French colonization in the 19th century. Born into a noble Berber family, she embraced the cause of independence with a ferocity that encouraged countless Algerians to fight her campaign. Despite overwhelming odds, Lalla Fatma N'Soum
A Sticky Disaster: The Molasses Flood
On January 15th, 1919, a horrifying disaster struck Boston's North End. A massive structure containing approximately 2 million gallons of molasses ruptured. The sticky goo surged through the streets like a tidal wave, obliterating everything in its path. Scores of people lost their lives, and many more were injured. Buildings were crushed, and the