Nestled within the glamorous landscape of Monte Carlo, the Casino de Monte Carlo is more than just a gaming venue. It has become a symbol of luxury, elegance, and rich history. The roots of this magnificent casino trace back to the mid-19th century. In 1856, Prince Florestan I of Monaco recognised the potential of gambling… Continue reading History of Casino de Monte Carlo
Author: Tim Lambert
A Brief History of Qatar
By Tim Lambert The region we now call Qatar has been inhabited for thousands of years. The Roman writer Pliny the Younger (61 – 113 AD) called the region Catara. The Sassanian Empire was founded in 224 AD. They ruled much of Western Asia and the Persian Gulf, including Qatar. However, in the 7th century, the… Continue reading A Brief History of Qatar
Famous Women Astronomers
By Tim Lambert Aglaonike was an Ancient Greek astronomer. She lived about 150 BC. Little is known about her, but she was highly regarded in her day. Hypatia was an astronomer and mathematician in Alexandria, Egypt. She died in 415 AD. Sophia Brahe was born in 1559. She was an astronomer and a horticulturist. She… Continue reading Famous Women Astronomers
A Brief History of Mali
By Tim Lambert Early Mali In the 13th century, a powerful empire arose in West Africa, called the Mali Empire. It was founded by the legendary king Sundiata Keita. Mali was rich in gold fields. It also prospered because of trade in slaves across the Sahara. (Slaves from sub-Saharan Africa were exported to the Arab… Continue reading A Brief History of Mali
Scarborough Preserves the Grandeur of Britain’s Oldest Seaside Resort and Seeks New Recognition on the Shores of the North Sea
England’s oldest seaside resort continues to impress with a combination of enduring Victorian architecture and the stark beauty of its coastline. Scarborough, spread along the waves of the North Sea, attracts not only tourists but also the attention of researchers, architects, and heritage enthusiasts. How did it come about that this particular town became a… Continue reading Scarborough Preserves the Grandeur of Britain’s Oldest Seaside Resort and Seeks New Recognition on the Shores of the North Sea
A Brief History of Gabon
By Tim Lambert Early Gabon The earliest inhabitants of what is now Gabon were hunter-gatherers. They still live in parts of Gabon, but in the 14th and 15th centuries, Bantu-speaking people migrated to the region. They lived by farming and fishing along the coast and along the banks of rivers. In 1472, the Portuguese reached… Continue reading A Brief History of Gabon
A History of Cartoons
By Tim Lambert The word cartoon comes from the Italian word cartone, meaning the heavy paper on which preliminary drawings for art were made. From the late 17th century to the mid-19th century, the word “cartoon” in English referred to a type of paper. However, around 1843, it was first used to mean drawings in… Continue reading A History of Cartoons
Clear Guidance in Complex Injury Cases: Attorney Philip Alexander’s Legal Practice in San Diego
Some legal voices try to dominate the room. Attorney Philip Alexander takes a different path. His presence is defined by calm focus, clear thinking, and steady direction in moments that often feel overwhelming. Known in San Diego for handling complex injury matters with care and discipline, his work reflects a belief that clarity matters more… Continue reading Clear Guidance in Complex Injury Cases: Attorney Philip Alexander’s Legal Practice in San Diego
The Discovery of Dinosaurs
By Tim Lambert For centuries, people found fossils, but they did not understand what they were. However, in the early 19th century, it became clear that huge reptiles had once existed. They were later named dinosaurs. The remains of a mosasaurus were discovered in a quarry in the Netherlands in 1764. At first, people did… Continue reading The Discovery of Dinosaurs
A Timeline of Aberdeen
By Tim Lambert c. 750 Aberdeen is founded as a fishing settlement 1137 Aberdeen has grown into a busy little port and market town. It is given a bishop. 1179 Aberdeen is given a charter (a document giving the people certain rights). Aberdeen has a population of around 3,000. 1264 Aberdeen now has a castle… Continue reading A Timeline of Aberdeen