The Vintage News Nov 22, 2018 Stefan Andrews The British Museum is widely known for its abundant collection of cultural artifacts, the origins of which can be traced to all corners of the world. One such item is the Hoa Hakananai’a, a remarkable Moai basalt sculpture native to the remote volcanic Easter Island, a territory of … Read more
The Vintage News Nov 8, 2018 Nikola Budanovic During the First World War, it quickly became apparent to the Allies that gasoline had to be spared as much as possible if they intend to come out victorious. Among other things that were implemented in the United States and Britain, an alternative transportation device was introduced ― … Read more
Nov 18, 2018 Ian Harvey The deep reaches of space are dark and mysterious. Strange objects float through our solar system all the time, and even stranger objects are seen passing by the lenses of telescopes and various probes as they observe the night skies. On the 19th of October, 2017, NASA reported that a small … Read more
Oct 31, 2018 Rachel Kester Frank Lenz was born with adventure in his blood, and at the tender age of 17, he found a hobby that would forever change the course of his life: cycling. After receiving his first bicycle as a gift, Lenz rode it faithfully and eventually joined and took trips with his local … Read more
Oct 31, 2018 Ian Harvey Easter Island is home to 887 monolithic carvings, called moai statues. The moai were built by the Rapa Nui, who were native to the island, somewhere between the years 1400-1650. The largest of the moai weigh up to 86 tons and can be as much as 30 feet tall, although the … Read more
Nov 23, 2018 Barbara Stepko It was 1868 when Thomas Niles, the publisher of Louisa May Alcott, recommended she write a book about girls, one that would have widespread appeal. Alcott wasn’t thrilled with the notion, but she needed the money. It took her just a few weeks to pen Little Women and expectations were not high: Alcott … Read more
Nov 23, 2018 Taryn Smee Greta Garbo is the demure and elusive icon of Hollywood’s Golden Age. In her most iconic roles, she played tragedy and melancholy to perfection. Her portrayals of strong-willed heroines earned her three Oscar nominations and she was awarded an Honorary Oscar in 1954 for her significant achievements on the silver screen. … Read more
