A nation of antiquity, with an illustrious past, Russia has seen much alteration in its time. Yet one constancy remains: how to express the country’s name accurately. россия is derived from a Slavonic root signifying “land of the Rus” and has been used to refer to Russia since at least the 10th century. Though it…
For centuries, the notion of siblings marrying one another has been a concept that’s been met with great apprehension in Chinese culture – and it remains a topic that’s still largely avoided in modern times. For generations, the concept of siblings marrying one another has been shrouded in an aura of trepidation and unease. In…
China The mysteriousness of the name “China” is a captivating tale, one that has been deliberated over for years. Allegedly beginning with the Qin Dynasty, which held sway over China from 221-206 BC, and referred to as “Chin” or “Qin”, this term was eventually adopted by other cultures, with Europeans using it to denote the…
Unearth the past of this venerable locale and uncover its mysteries! Plunge into the depths of antiquity and unearth its hidden gems. Delve into the annals of time and uncover the secrets that have been kept for centuries. Uncover what lies beneath and discover a history that has been forgotten. Discover the stories, legends, and…
Unlock the secrets of a country that has stood the test of time – India. Delve into a realm of history that is as deep and wide as can be imagined. Uncover stories and legends from days gone by, and marvel at the culture and traditions that have been preserved for centuries. Step into a…
No True Scotsman A mysterious and perplexing history lies behind the “No True Scotsman” fallacy. Appearing in the 1970s, this logical fallacy is used to explain away inconsistencies in arguments. It works by having one person make a broad statement about a certain group of people, while another counters that the initial argument does not…
Unearthing the past of a debate: Unveiling its three essential components! Uncovering the secrets of an ongoing dispute is no easy feat, but with the right tools and knowledge, understanding the underlying elements that make up this discourse can be accomplished. By breaking down the argument into its three major parts – premise, evidence, and…