Power Elite: Rhodes Scholars With Enormous Influence
Here is an inside look at one of the most prestigious college accolades offered to those who have received the distinction, could certainly raise some eyebrows.
10 Ways to Restore America’s Overseas Image
One frequently cited example of how the U.S. can turn around its image in a difficult environment is humanitarian missions abroad.
10 Terrorists Who Got What They Deserved
Photo by baliweekly 10. Umar Patek Umar Patek was the mastermind behind the 2002 Bali bombing in Indonesia, that saw more than 200 people dead. Previously he was involved in the attacks on churches in Jakarta, which killed 19 people on Christmas eve, in the year 2000. He had been involved with the militant group…
Europe Was Created By History, America By Philosophy
Photo by Hryck. Margaret Thatcher once famously said: “Europe was created by history. America was created by philosophy.” Her friend and political ally Ronald Reagan also explained the main difference that divides both sides of the Atlantic with the following phrase: “Let the Fourth of July always be a reminder that here in this land,…
10 Companies That Did Business With Nazis
Photo by Nestlé Nordic 1. Nestle Usually when we think of Nestle, we think of tasty treats and cavities; we don’t usually think of Nazis. Unfortunately, during World War II, a subsidiary of the Nestle Corporation, Maggi, used slave labor from several concentration camps near the German border of Switzerland. To make matters worse, chocolate…
10 Ways To Save Money While Traveling
Photo by James R Wilson 1. Couch surf In 2004, visiting “friends” became easier than ever with the establishment of the CouchSurfing community. This option is not for everyone, as boarding with strangers can be unsettling to some. However, for those who are open minded the idea is great for saving money. It also offers…
Punting to Politicians
Just as reliably as the sun rises and sets, so too with every election are there those who change their positions and defend the new ones tooth and nail over the old ones. No, it’s not the politicians, it’s the people who support them. Despite the fact that it often seems as though it’s always…
10 People Who Are Working to Change the World
Photo by OnInnovation 1. Elon Musk Elon Musk has transformed virtually every field he’s taken an interest in, from electronic payments to commercial spaceflight to electric cars. After selling PayPal, Musk used his fortune from the sale of that company to fund a flurry of new ventures, including Tesla, a manufacturer of electric cars, and…
The Importance of Mentors
Those serious about becoming successful frequently talk about things like developing new skills, acquiring new knowledge, developing new habits, finding and creating new opportunities, and more. All of those things are, to be sure, important. However, one key to success that those who have achieved it talk about far more frequently than those seeking to…
Ten Historic Places Worth Visiting In Europe
Photo by roger4336 10. York, England Old York is a fascinating town located in the northern part of England. This is an ancient cathedral city with a history that dates back to before Roman times. York offers some of the best preserved historical buildings and structures in Europe, so it’s no wonder it’s often ranked…
Ten Historic Sites Worth Visiting In The United States
Photo by hounddiggity 10. Montezuma Castle National Monument, Arizona Montezuma Castle National Monument is a set of well-preserved Ancestral Puebloan cliff dwellings near the town of Camp Verde in Arizona. The dwellings were built and used by the Sinagua people, a pre-European culture closely related to the Hohokam and other indigenous peoples of the southwestern…
The Jihad on Free Speech
Photo by Fede Falces (… off for a while!!!) The horrific massacre in Paris, in which Islamic terrorists systematically targeted and gunned down journalists, cartoonists, and policemen at the satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo in revenge for its mockery of Islam, has shocked Europe by its barbarism and its symbolism. A core Western value, freedom of…