“History, despite its wrenching pain, cannot be unlived, but if faced with courage, need not be lived again.”
Maya Angelou
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“Science knows no country, because knowledge belongs to humanity, and is the torch which illuminates the world.”
Louis Pasteur
Articles on Science & History
Understanding the world around us and how it functions, and what happened in the past, is key to understanding each other and to moving forward in building a better world.
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Wheels Off the Ground – The History of Skateboarding
Skateboarding has influenced generations since the mid-20th century. Starting in the 1950s, the sport soon flourished into what it is today.
FoxRidge Park: What’s in a Name? What Makes a Haunt?
Local FoxRidge Park is claimed to be haunted. But is it? The rumors have inspired more than just ghost stories.
No Racism in Schools #1865 – Spreading Awareness About Racism in CCSD
After a racist incident in 2019 at a local school, the harrowing experiences of the “Arbor View 9” ignited a spark that would lead to the creation of No Racism In Schools #1865.
Book Bans Enable History to Repeat Itself
With book bans increasing over the years removing a wide range of literature from schools and libraries, history is enabled to repeat itself.
The World is Ready for Amani Roberts and ‘The Quiet Storm’
In the mid-1970s, a Quiet Storm, a radio format that primarily focused on R&B music, mostly of a slow, romantic flavor, was brewing. Inspired by the Smokey Robinson song, “Quiet Storm,” it is also the title of the new book by author Amani Roberts.
The Boulder City Pet Cemetery: A Labor of Love
Just outside Vegas, the Boulder City Pet Cemetery provides a final resting place for people’s pets as far back as the1930s.
Majestic Repertory Theatre Highlights the Parallels of Cabaret to America Today
Cabaret and its themes are as relevant as ever in America today, as Majestic Repertory Theatre showed after recently bringing this iconic musical to life.
Reliving History: The Story of Ida B. Wells
In honor of Black History Month, we took a look at American journalist and civil rights activist Ida B. Wells who dedicated her life to spreading the truth about what happened in her present reality and society.
Israel’s Genocide in Gaza – 10 Months of Hell and Inhumanity, Part 2: Devastation and War Crimes
In part two of this series covering the past 10 months of genocide in Gaza, I discuss the devastation and war crimes Israel has committed.
Israel’s Genocide in Gaza – 10 Months of Hell and Inhumanity, Part 1: Death Toll
For 10 months, we’ve witnessed the worst of humanity through Israel’s genocide in Gaza. This article touches on a facet of the ongoing war and increasing death toll.
The Punk Rock Museum – Punk Throughout The Years
Recently celebrating its first anniversary, The Punk Rock Museum attracts people wanting to explore more than 45 years of punk rock history.
Powwow For the Planet: A Story In Every Dance
Held at UNLV between April 19 and 20, the 3rd Annual Powwow For The Planet presented cultural traditions, showcased leadership development within native youth, and celebrated Earth Day.
Climate Crisis Songs, Pt. 4: ‘All Eyes On Me’
Celebrate Earth Day with the 4th part of my climate crisis song series: ‘All Eyes on Me’ by Bo Burnham from his ‘Inside’ Netflix special!
CSN Planetarium ‘Dark Side of the Moon Show’: A Paradox of Sound, Visuals, and Story
The Dale Etheridge CSN Planetarium recently held its first spring semester show: Pink Floyd’s album ‘Dark Side of the Moon’ paired with stunning visuals of space.
Nevadans for Palestinian Liberation: Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of a Free Palestine
Founded in 2018, Nevadans for Palestinian Liberation (NPL) fights for a free Palestine and educates people about Palestine and its history.
Ceasefire Now.
It has been horrifying to watch the events unfold in Gaza. A ceasefire must be called to save the lives of innocent Palestinian children and civilians.
Celebrating Filipino-American History Month
Filipino-American History Month isn’t the first event that comes to mind when thinking of October. I didn’t even know about FAHM, and I’m half Filipino!
Clark County Celebrates Desert Tortoise Week
It’s Desert Tortoise Week! Read about how to honor this important keystone species for wildlife conservation and start exploring the Mojave Desert.
No Labor Day and The Labor Movement: Past and Present
This Labor Day, dubbed ‘No Labor Day,’ let’s discuss past & present labor movements, & highlight ongoing strikes and unionization efforts nationwide.
Ron DeSantis’s Bigoted Book Bans
Book bans are never a sign of a healthy society. So Florida Governor Ron DeSantis limiting students’ access to certain books is concerning.
Ron DeSantis and His “War on Woke”
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has disturbed the nation with several alarming new bills he’s implemented in Florida to fight the “War on Woke.”