By Tim Lambert Ancient Iran The Persian Empire The Persian Empire was created by Cyrus II, known as Cyrus the Great (559-529 BC). Cyrus first defeated another Iranian people called the Medes. In 547 he defeated the kingdom of Lydia (in what is now Turkey) at the battle of Pterya and became the ruler of… Continue reading A Brief History of Iran
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The Role of Gambling in British Culture
The love of gambling runs deep in British history because it developed from ancient betting customs into modern-day, large-scale online betting. Since medieval times, British people have wagered on games and sporting events. These evolved into horse racing, and betting shops emerged as essential parts of social and economic activity. The British gambling market now… Continue reading The Role of Gambling in British Culture
A Timeline of Corporal Punishment
By Tim Lambert A Timeline of Corporal Punishment 1783 Poland becomes the first country to ban corporal punishment in schools 1820 In Britain whipping women is banned 1845 Luxembourg bans corporal punishment in schools 1862 In Britain courts can sentence men to either whipping or birching. (A man was hit on his bare backside with… Continue reading A Timeline of Corporal Punishment
How long a cricket match lasts: information for betters
Cricket is an amazing sport. In particular, those who are just getting to know it are surprised by the fact that a cricket match may well last for several days. The length of a cricket match depends on a huge number of factors ranging from the format of the game to the weather conditions on… Continue reading How long a cricket match lasts: information for betters
A Beginner’s Guide to Integrating Fax API Into Your Applications
Faxing may seem outdated, but many industries still rely on it for document transmission. Integrating a Fax API into your application allows businesses to send and receive faxes directly from software systems, providing an efficient solution. With a Fax API, developers can automate faxing processes without relying on physical fax machines or third-party services. Below,… Continue reading A Beginner’s Guide to Integrating Fax API Into Your Applications
A Short History of El Salvador
By Tim Lambert Early El Salvador Before the Spanish conquest, people called the Pipil lived in El Salvador. The Pipil were civilized and built cities and temples. However, in 1524 the Spanish invaded. They were led by Pedro de Alvarado (c- 1485 – 1541). The native people resisted fiercely but the Spanish had superior weapons.… Continue reading A Short History of El Salvador
Benefits of Multi-Account Trading
Efficient account management is essential for traders aiming to maximize their profitability in the cryptocurrency market. One increasingly popular solution is setting up cryptocurrency sub accounts, a feature offered by many leading platforms to facilitate organized, strategic trading. That includes running cross-margined strategies simultaneously, strategies with the use of different leverage, hedging opportunities for the… Continue reading Benefits of Multi-Account Trading
The History of Slot Machines and Their Evolution Over Time
Source: Canva editor People have been playing slot machines under their gentler nickname “one-armed bandits” as traditional casino icons before they established themselves on online gaming networks. The evolution of entertainment and innovation and invention form an interesting history about them. Slot machines started their history as a fundamental component that eventually transformed gambling into… Continue reading The History of Slot Machines and Their Evolution Over Time
Fun Virtual Game To Play With Friends: The Fair Share of Free Card and Board Games to be Enjoyed in 2024
Introduction: Best Free Online Games To Play With Friends Card and board games have been entertaining people for ages as they encourage social engagement and provide amusement and healthy rivalry, along with a dose of tactics. In 2024, everybody embraced virtual game nights even when they were thousands of miles apart from their loved ones.… Continue reading Fun Virtual Game To Play With Friends: The Fair Share of Free Card and Board Games to be Enjoyed in 2024
The Bloody Benders
By Tim Lambert The Benders were a family of murderers in Kansas in the 1870s. Little is known about them; unfortunately, there are different versions of what happened. No doubt myths and legends have grown up. It’s known for sure that the Benders were four people. They were German immigrants. Pa Bender was described as… Continue reading The Bloody Benders