Jack Hawkins articles

The newly discovered Berenike Buddha is under three feet tall, and changes our understanding of ancient history

The Berenike Buddha was discovered in an ancient Egyptian seaport and could tell the story of how Rome and India became inextricably intertwined.
April 15, 2025 Jack Hawkins

American Sayings The Rest Of The World Doesn't Understand

America is sometimes a strange place for travelers, but these American sayings are ones you should be aware of before you plan a visit to the Land of the Free and the Home of the Brave.
April 11, 2025 Jack Hawkins

The Shawnee: The People Of The Northeastern Woods

The Shawnee People were one of the country's most displaced Native American tribes post-contact with Europeans. Explore their history and they came to call Oklahoma "home", despite never being in one place for very long.
April 10, 2025 Jack Hawkins

In 2021, excavators were moving ground to build a children's playground in Naples, Italy. Instead, they discovered the home of one of Rome's heroes

Archaeologists in Naples, Italy, have uncovered the home of Rome's greatest heroes. While starting to build a children's playground in 2021, they uncovered something even more important than children at play.
April 8, 2025 Jack Hawkins

A Look Inside Topkapi Palace: The Beating Heart Of The Ottoman Empire

The Ottoman Empire was one of history's largest and longest-lasting imperial powers. But did you know that almost all of it's administration was conducted in one place? Look inside where it all happened in Topkapi Palace.
April 3, 2025 Jack Hawkins

The Tale Of The Seminole: Florida's Unconquered Tribe

Many Indigenous tribes were completely wiped out by colonization, but one stood strong, never surrendering: they are the Seminole. Here is their story.
April 3, 2025 Jack Hawkins

The Best First Class Perks Aboard Emirates Airline

Emirates has crafted a name for itself as the finest high-quality airline in the world. See why with these incredible perks offered in their First Class seats.
April 3, 2025 Jack Hawkins

The World's Most Amazing Man-Made Structures

Whether you're an architectural engineer looking for some reference points, or simply a curious tourist planning your next vacation, these are some of the world's most stunning man-made architectural marvels.
March 25, 2025 Jack Hawkins

The True Story Of Saint Patrick

Saint Patrick is well-known as the Patron Saint of Ireland, but do you know how he became one? Explore the history of one of the world's most recognizable patron saints, who's death is marked by one of the world's most popular celebrations.
March 14, 2025 Jack Hawkins