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One of the most renowned Indian heroes was Mahatma Gandhi. Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was born on October 2, 1869, and became one the most influential revolutionists against the British rule of India. Perhaps Gandhi is best known for using nonviolent resistance to lead the successful campaign for India’s independence from British rule.  The legacy of…

Most countries have their own film industry similar to Hollywood, USA. In India, Bollywood is the cinematic center. It is a blend of music and acting, dancing and action – thrown against a world with one of the biggest diversities. Why Is the Indian Film Industry Known as Bollywood? The name Bollywood is derived from…

Who was Nanny of the Moorns? Long before the world debated women’s liberty, one small island was crowning female leaders. These women faced challenges that transformed them into mothers, sisters, and heroines. One of them was Nanny, a warrior queen. Who Was Nanny of The Maroons? Nanny was born in Ghana in 1886 and was…

Locating inmates in jail or prison used to be quite a hassle. Especially for those who wanted to find family or friends with whom they had lost contact. The process was packed with hurdles, huge lines, and endless paperwork. However, since 1982, the US State Department of Corrections has made it a simple and seamless…

Sometimes what we celebrate on the big screen, is not necessarily financial victories for the studios. They may bankrupt studios, doom actors and sink the writing career of scriptwriters. Truth is, some of these award winners have been economic disasters known as box office bombs. However, some movie studios may find ways to recover their…