Daily Archives: July 14, 2024

By Invitation Only New Day Films Sociology Women’s Studies

Mardi Gras in New Orleans is my favorite time of year. It’s a celebration that’s hard to explain in a city I’ve been trying to make sense of. For two weeks straight, organizations called crews parade through the streets in … Continue reading

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The Happy Valley Racecourse Fire A Short Documentary Fascinating Horror

On February 26, 1918, thousands of people arrived at Happy Valley Racecourse in Hong Kong, to watch the second day of the annual Derby. The event was so popular that dozens of additional booths – equipped with food stalls, bars … Continue reading

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Why Underwater Welding Is The Deadliest Job In The World Risky Business Insider

This welder is holding in his hands a tool that carries as much electricity as a power line. A simple slip could kill him in an instant, making underwater welding the most dangerous job in the world. But it’s also … Continue reading

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