The Loch Ness monster, or Nessie as she is popularly known, is a mythical creature believed to dwell in the waters of Lake Ness in Scotland. Scotland and Celtic mythology is full of the fantastical. There are numerous stories of the Celtic gods and goddesses or various Irish and Scottish heroes and creatures. But we …
Female pilots have been around since the beginning of the twentieth century and have been pioneers in many ways. From Raymonde de Laroche, Hélène Dutrieu, Amelia Earhart, and Amy Johnson to the present-day female pilots, women have left a significant mark in the history of aviation but not without difficulties. Notable Female Pilots There have …
The first official, written mention of golf that historians can find is probably from 1457. It was an Act of Parliament by King James II of Scotland that banned citizens from playing golf, football, and other sports. This is because they spent too much time playing and not enough time practicing archery. The defense of …
There are various theories about who invented hockey. In American parlance, the word ‘hockey’ will bring to mind ice, pucks, heavily padded players, and scuffles. The winter national sport of Canada, hockey actually has quite a long and complicated history. Hockey originated in a different continent altogether, centuries before it made its way to Canada. …
From Maitreyi and Hypatia of Alexandria to bell hooks and Judith Butler, female philosophers have existed since antiquity. They lived and wrote alongside their male contemporaries about a variety of subjects, from logic and ethics to feminism and race. After all, ideas, beliefs, and original thinking are not the province of men alone. A woman …
A leprechaun is a mythical creature in Irish folklore, typically depicted as a tiny, mischievous old man dressed in green with a red beard and a hat. According to legend, leprechauns are cobblers by trade and are known for their love of gold and their skill in making shoes. They are also said to be …