#historical-figures
#historical-figures

Washington DC

The 'Great Man' Presidency

A new limited-edition passport features Trump's portrait prominently, reflecting his self-perception as a historical figure alongside the Founding Fathers.

Philosophy

Napoleon, Caesar, Alexander the Great-And Trump

Trump sees himself as a historical figure akin to Hegel's 'world-historical individuals' rather than as a peer of Washington or Lincoln.

Washington DC

The 'Great Man' Presidency

A new limited-edition passport features Trump's portrait prominently, reflecting his self-perception as a historical figure alongside the Founding Fathers.

Philosophy

Napoleon, Caesar, Alexander the Great-And Trump

Trump sees himself as a historical figure akin to Hegel's 'world-historical individuals' rather than as a peer of Washington or Lincoln.

more#trump

Right-wing politics

Mission accomplished as king's speech to Congress goes down a storm

King Charles' address to the US Congress emphasized the enduring relationship between the UK and the US amidst contemporary political challenges.

World politics

fromOpen Culture

Gandhi Writes Letters to Hitler: "We Have Found in Non-Violence a Force Which Can Match the Most Violent Forces in the World" (1939/40)

Non-violent pacifism faces challenges when addressing extreme aggression, exemplified by historical figures like Hitler.

Muslim kids are really underrepresented': the animated movie where medieval maths meets eager young minds

The children Abdullah, Aysha, Khalid and Layla stumble across a time-travel device in a lab, only to find themselves pursued by a rogue alchemist who has discovered its power.

Philosophy

History

fromPsychology Today

Mean Girls in History: Women Who Fought Tooth and Claw

Gender stereotypes about boys and girls are challenged by historical examples of women's complexity and darker traits.

fromJezebel

Belle Gunness Exploited 19th-Century Male Loneliness to Make a Killing

Gunness was born in Selbu, Norway, in 1859, as Brynhild Paulsdatter Strseth. She moved to Chicago, Illinois, in 1881 in search of a wealthier life, and married fellow Norwegian Mads Albert Sorenson three years later.

History

Boston food

fromBoston.com

fromwww.businessinsider.com

Boston billionaires, historic figures land on Forbes' 'self-made' lists

Forbes ranks self-made Americans based on financial success, obstacles overcome, and long-term impact, featuring local billionaires and historical figures.

Productivity

2 months ago

Marc Andreessen said he practices 'zero' introspection. The internet had a field day.

Marc Andreessen advocates for minimal introspection, believing it hinders progress both personally and professionally.

Miscellaneous

fromWIRED

2 months ago

Ailias Lets You Commission Your Own Personal Talking Man in a Box

Ailias, a UK company, creates conversational 3D hologram avatars of historical and current figures that can be delivered in boxes for events, education, and entertainment purposes.

History

fromBuzzFeed

3 months ago

People Are Sharing The Most Interesting Things They've Discovered About Their Ancestors

Descendants discovered ancestors including a Greek-knighted inventor who saved grape crops, writer E.T.A. Hoffman, and bank robber Pretty Boy Floyd.

fromEmptywheel

3 months ago

Time to Burn Lord Jeffrey Amherst's Genocidal Blankets

Lord Jeffrey Amherst was a soldier of the king And he came from across the sea, To the Frenchmen and the Indians he didn't do a thing In the wilds of this wild country But for his Royal Majesty he fought with all his might For he was a soldier brave and true He conquered all his enemies whenever they came in sight And he looked around for more when he was through.

Soccer (FIFA)

5 months ago

The Knowledge | Which football clubs have pictures of people on their badges?

Many football club badges depict real historical, legendary, or local figures, ranging from freedom fighters and monarchs to players and local rulers.

#travel

6 months ago

Science

Bill Bryson: Ever since I was a little boy, I have pretended to be able to vaporise people I don't like'

fromThe New Yorker

Agriculture

Sign Here! The World's Greatest Autograph Collection Is Rediscovered

6 months ago

Science

Bill Bryson: Ever since I was a little boy, I have pretended to be able to vaporise people I don't like'

fromThe New Yorker

fromSan Francisco Bay Times

Agriculture

Sign Here! The World's Greatest Autograph Collection Is Rediscovered

Artificial intelligence

OpenAI stops 'disrespectful' Martin Luther King Jr deepfakes

fromwww.npr.org

7 months ago

Intellectual property law

OpenAI blocks MLK Jr. videos on Sora after 'disrespectful depictions'

fromwww.bbc.com

7 months ago

Artificial intelligence

OpenAI stops 'disrespectful' Martin Luther King Jr deepfakes

fromwww.npr.org

7 months ago

Intellectual property law

OpenAI blocks MLK Jr. videos on Sora after 'disrespectful depictions'

more#deepfakes

LGBT

Madeleine and the Doctor and the Valkyries - San Francisco Bay Times

Madeleine ffrench-Mullen and Doctor Kathleen Lynn were influential lesbian activists for Irish independence and women's suffrage in the early 20th century.

Digital life

fromwww.aljazeera.com

Jim Lovell, one of first astronauts to orbit the moon, dies at age 97

Jim Lovell, veteran astronaut known for Apollo 8 and Apollo 13, has died at age 97.

fromBusiness Insider

A guide to every historical figure who's been on 'The Gilded Age'

The Gilded Age is a period in the late 19th century characterized by extreme wealth and wealth inequality, progress, immigration, and ruthlessness from businessmen.

Film

fromLiterary Hub

A Brief History of New York's First Great Architectural Firm

Charles McKim recognized Stanford White's exceptional talent and urged his business partner to bring White into their architectural firm, valuing his artistic capabilities highly.

New York City

Brooklyn

fromBrooklyn Paper

Canarsie honors seven local legends in annual Hall of Fame induction * Brooklyn Paper

The Canarsie Hall of Fame inducted seven new members recognized for their contributions to the community.

Travel

fromThe New Yorker

"A Marriage at Sea" Is a Study of Couplehood in Extremis

Slocum's defiance of traditional domesticity reveals complexities of life at sea.

LGBT

fromAdvocate.com

Names of Sam Nordquist, Jiggly Caliente, Lady Chablis, and more added to Stonewall Wall of Honor

Seven transgender trailblazers honored on the National LGBTQ Wall of Honor during a pivotal moment for transgender rights.

History

fromHarvard Gazette

From bad to worse - Harvard Gazette

The challenge of writing about controversial figures involves understanding their complexities and humanizing their actions.

London politics

The Kardashians of history: why are we so obsessed with the Mitford sisters?

The Mitford sisters continue to captivate audiences through their fascinating lives, portrayed in recent media such as the TV show 'Outrageous'.

Their distinct personalities symbolize various social and political movements, drawing parallels to contemporary celebrity culture.

Gadgets

from24/7 Wall St.

Who Was the Smartest Inventor Ever?

The article discusses notable inventors ranked by IQ and their significant contributions to innovation.

London politics

fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk

Take a selfie with one of Highgate's best known historic celebrities at popular fair

Fair in the Square offers diverse attractions, including a selfie opportunity with 'Highgate's Nell', showcasing historical significance.

SF LGBT

fromwww.dw.com

Catherine Duleep Singh: The Nazi-defying Indian royal DW 06/02/2025

Princess Catherine Hilda Duleep Singh quietly resisted Nazi Germany while living openly with a female partner, challenging societal norms long before LGBTQ+ rights were recognized.

fromPsychology Today

On the Origin of New Ideas

New ideas don't appear out of nowhere; they leave fingerprints.

Growth hacking

SF LGBT

fromBusiness Insider