How cities celebrate their beginnings?

German artist Manfred Laber has created a “Pyramid of Time” made of concrete blocks to honor the founding of Wemding in southern Bavaria in 793 AD. A new block is added every 10 years, with completion expected in 3183. Each block weighs over six tons and some will be stacked. German artist Manfred Laber has […]

How to celebrate July 4th?

People in the United States celebrate the Fourth of July with parades, fireworks, and family gatherings. Some honor fallen soldiers by visiting military cemeteries or memorials. Fireworks displays can be crowded, so some people choose to have their own private displays. Celebrations can also include barbecues, picnics, and trips to state or national parks. Those […]

Did Thatcher celebrate Berlin Wall’s fall?

Reagan’s 1987 speech is often credited with the fall of the Berlin Wall, but Thatcher opposed reunification, fearing it would undermine international stability. Pop culture also played a role, with Bowie and Springsteen performing in Berlin and Hasselhoff’s “Looking for Freedom” becoming popular after the wall fell. Former US President Ronald Reagan is often credited […]

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