It was first settled in the late 19th century, after the discovery of phosphate deposits, which became the main economic activity for the next 100 years....
The Cultural Revolution (1966–1976) was a radical social and political movement launched by Mao Zedong to eliminate his rivals and revive his ideology. It caused widespread chaos, violence, and...
Chile is now a stable and prosperous democracy, with a diverse and multicultural society, a strong economy, and a prominent role in regional and global affairs....
The Republic of Congo gained its independence from France on August 15, 1960, with Fulbert Youlou as its first president. The Republic of Congo has experienced...
The DRC has been struggling with ongoing conflicts, especially in the eastern provinces, where various armed groups fight for control of land and resources. It has...
Colombia has made efforts to achieve peace and stability in recent years, such as signing a peace agreement with the FARC in 2016, after four years of negotiations. The...
Kolingba ruled until he was ousted by Ange-Félix Patassé in democratic elections held in 1993. Patassé was re-elected in 1999 but was overthrown in a coup...
The year 1734 marked the rough beginning period of permanent settlement in Grand Cayman. Cayman Brac and Little Cayman were not permanently settled until 1833. A variety...
The arrival of European traders, missionaries, soldiers and colonists changed the native way of life forever. Large numbers of Aboriginals died of European diseases to which...
In recent times, tensions between Anglophone Cameroonians in former British territory and Francophone-dominated government led to an ongoing civil war known as the Anglophone Crisis in...