1980 Cameron Lake Nyos Disaster
Lake Nyos is a volcanic crater lake, formed within the collapsed caldera of an ancient volcano.
1996 Andhra Pradesh Cyclone India
The storm's winds toppled trees, power lines, and transportation systems, cutting off affected areas from assistance.
The Tiananmen Square Massacre
Horrific event unfolded in the heart of Beijing, China, during the early hours of 4 June 1989.
Soviet Union, Iran 1948 Ashgabat Earthquake
The earthquake claimed the lives of around 110,000 people, with countless others injured or displaced.
How Much of Our Brain Do We Actually Use
The percentage of brain activity varies from person to person, but in truth, every part of our brain serves a function, and we use it daily.
World War I
The war’s scale stretched far beyond Europe, with fronts that epitomised humanity's darkest moments and military ingenuity.
Bhola Cyclone
By morning, up to 500,000 people lay dead—some swept out to sea, others buried under debris, and thousands more perished in the days that…
1931 China Floods
China’s agricultural land was destroyed, leading to severe food shortages. The economic impact was equally staggering, crippling China’s…
1930 San Zenón Hurricane Dominican Republic
Measuring a powerful 8.1 on the Richter scale, the earthquake created significant destruction, not just in terms of infrastructure but in its…
1989 Sichuan Flood China
A highly debated aspect of the 1989 Sichuan flood is the extent to which poor governance and corruption exacerbated the disaster.