Pliny the Elder (Latin: Gaius Plinius Secundus; c. 23–79 CE) was a Roman scholar, naval commander, and tireless collector of facts whose giant encyclopedia, the Natural History, became one of the most influential reference works in Western history. He died during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 CE—likely while attempting rescue operations—leaving behind a […]
Edward Joseph Snowden (born June 21, 1983) is an American former intelligence contractor and whistleblower who, in 2013, disclosed highly classified information from the National Security Agency (NSA). His revelations exposed the scale of global surveillance programs carried out by the NSA in collaboration with telecommunication companies and foreign governments. Snowden’s actions sparked worldwide debate
William Lynn Cowher (born May 8, 1957) is a former American football player and coach, best known for his tenure as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers in the National Football League (NFL). Renowned for his intensity, leadership, and strategic mind, Cowher is widely regarded as one of the premier coaches of his generation. Early
Cody Ko is a Canadian internet personality, comedian, actor, and podcaster. He is known for his popular YouTube channel, which has over 4 million subscribers, and for his comedic videos and skits. Ko is also a co-founder of the popular podcast “The Tiny Meat Gang Podcast” with Noel Miller. In addition to his online content,
Philip DeFranco, also known as Phil DeFranco or “Philly D,” is an American internet personality, vlogger, and entrepreneur. He is known for his popular YouTube channel, “Philip DeFranco,” which has over 6 million subscribers, and for his daily news and commentary videos. DeFranco started his YouTube channel in 2006, and has since become one of
There are many famous people named Scott, including actors, athletes, musicians, and other notable figures. Some of the most well-known people named Scott include: Scott Eastwood, an American actor and model Scott Disick, an American television personality Scott Baio, an American actor Scott Weiland, an American musician (formerly of the band Stone Temple Pilots) Scott
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Taylor Swift is a singer-songwriter from the United States. She was born on December 13, 1989, in Reading, Pennsylvania. Swift began her musical career as a country artist, and she quickly gained popularity with her emotional and personal lyrics. She has since transitioned to pop music and has become one of the best-selling artists of
In order to earn a commission after the trade is completed, brokers organize transactions between buyers and sellers. Brokers that take on dual roles as buyers or sellers are considered primary parties to the transaction. Neither function should be mistaken with that of an agent, who represents the primary party in a transaction. Market data
From 6 February 1952 until her death on 8 September 2022, Elizabeth II (Elizabeth Alexandra Mary; 21 April 1926 – other Commonwealth nations) served as the monarch of the United Kingdom. During her lifetime, she had the regency over 32 sovereign states, and there were 15 at the time of her passing. Her 70 years
Domenico Gargiulo called Micco Spadaro (c. 1609-1610 – c. 1675) was an Italian painter of the Baroque period, mainly active in Naples and known for his landscapes, genre scenes, and history paintings. Domenico Gargiulo was the son of a sword maker. This earned Domenico the nickname ‘Micco Spadaro’ (‘spadaro’ means ‘sword maker’). He was trained in the
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