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A descendant of one of six Chinese survivors from the Titanic is finally sharing their little-known story of survival. This forgotten chapter of history is adding new depth to the legendary 1912 shipwreck.
A Chinese passenger who survived the Titanic by clinging to a door inspired that famous scene from James Cameron's film. His grandson is now helping bring their erased history back to light.
A Chinese motorcycle manufacturer just won its first-ever World Superbike Championship races, breaking decades of dominance by brands like Ducati and Yamaha. Behind the victory is Zhang Xue, who went from fixing bikes at 14 to building championship-winning motorcycles.
A groundbreaking exhibition in Western Australia is rewriting colonial history by centering Indigenous voices that were deliberately overlooked for 140 years. Seven Menang elders are sharing their oral histories to complete the story of Albany, Australia's first colonial settlement.
Archaeologists at China's Sanxingdui site discovered a 3,000-year-old axe crafted from meteorite metal, revealing sophisticated Bronze Age technology. The tool's unique composition shows ancient craftspeople worked with materials from space.
A Chinese novel about engineers traveling back 400 years to jumpstart an industrial revolution is captivating readers with its unique blend of hard science and alternate history. The story reflects a generation's dreams about engineering China's future.
Archaeologists uncovered evidence that Chinese immigrants worked as cowboys and ranch hands across 30+ Oregon ranches, revealing an overlooked chapter of the American West. The discovery challenges the traditional narrative of frontier life and honors families whose legacies were never passed down.
Since the 1860s, Black family reunions have been healing broken bonds and preserving culture. What started as formerly enslaved people searching for lost relatives is now a powerful tradition keeping history alive.
Researchers discovered evidence of sophisticated pain relief techniques on 600-year-old surgical tools from a Ming dynasty doctor's tomb. The find proves ancient Chinese surgeons were using toxic plant compounds to numb patients centuries before modern anesthesia was invented.
Researchers discovered chemical traces of anesthetics on 15th-century Chinese surgical tools, proving doctors were managing pain during operations centuries before modern medicine. This finding rewrites our understanding of medical history and shows innovation in healing spans cultures and eras.
Caroline Harvey became the first defender ever selected first overall in PWHL Draft history, capping off a stellar year that included Olympic gold and tournament MVP honors. The 23-year-old star joins Vancouver alongside best friend Laila Edwards, who made history as the highest-drafted Black player in league history.
Three Chinese astronauts safely returned to Earth after spending 210 days aboard the China Space Station, marking the longest single mission by Chinese astronauts. Their journey home made history for another reason: they returned on a different spacecraft than the one they launched on.
Canadian car dealers are racing to sell Chinese electric vehicles after the country approved imports of 49,000 EVs annually at a low tariff rate. The move gives buyers more affordable options while Chinese automakers gain their first North American foothold.
The Georgia Bulldogs just became the first team in SEC history to win all five road series in conference play, capping off a dominant championship season. Their catcher also made NCAA history with a rare power and speed combination that only five players before him have achieved.
Two educators are attempting to break a Guinness World Record by teaching the longest history lesson ever: 30-plus hours covering 5,000 years of Black history. Dr. Anita Lewis and Gwen Ebron started their marathon teaching session in Philadelphia, turning endurance into education. #
LeBron James just passed the ball to his son Bronny for a basket, creating the first father-to-son assist in NBA's 78-year history. The Lakers teammates made sports history while making a dad's dream come true.
San Francisco native and Olympic champion Eileen Gu will grand marshal the city's iconic Chinese New Year Parade on March 7. The parade drew one million visitors last year and continues expanding to celebrate the diverse faces of Chinese American identity.
Researchers in China discovered a 3,000-year-old axe forged directly from a meteorite, revealing the advanced capabilities of the Sanxingdui culture. The tool's unique metal composition proves it came from space and shows these ancient people valued both its spiritual and practical power.
Lerna Ekmekcioglu, who studies how communities seek justice after hardship, becomes head of MIT's History Section. Her colleagues celebrate a department known for ambitious projects and genuine collaboration.
Students at the University of Ghana participated in an international educational event honoring World War II history for the first time in the country. The Victory Dictation brought together Ghanaian students and Russian expatriates in a unique cross-cultural learning experience.
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