February 25, 1964: The Day Muhammad Ali Became a Boxing Icon
Muhammad Ali, then known as Cassius Clay, made history on February 25, 1964, by defeating Sonny Liston to become the world heavyweight boxing champion for...
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Kayiira Was Released Today 38 Years Ago, His Mysterious Death After Prison
Andrew Kayiira was a Ugandan politician and former government minister. He was arrested in October 1986 on allegations of plotting against the government of President...
Today Marks The 189th Anniversary Of The Start Of The Infamous 13-Day Siege
Today marks the 189th anniversary of the start of the infamous 13-day siege of the Alamo by Mexican General Antonio López de Santa Anna during...
Five Ugandan Ministers Arrested During A cabinet Meeting
On February 22 1966, Ugandan President Milton Obote had five ministers arrested during a cabinet meeting, including Ibingira, Emmanuel Lumu, Balaki K. Kirya, Mathias Ngobi,...
Rihanna: The Unstoppable Barbadian Superstar Was Born Today
Rihanna is a Barbadian singer, businesswoman, and actress born Robyn Rihanna Fenty on February 20, 1988, in Saint Michael, Barbados. Her mother, Monica, is Afro-Guyanese,...
World War II: The Battle of Kasserine Pass, 19 / February
In 1943, the Battle of Kasserine Pass began in Tunisia, marking the first major engagement between American and Axis forces in Africa. The battle was...
Today marks a 15th anniversary of the musician Fred Maiso’s Burial
It’s been 15 years since Maiso was laid to rest on this day, February 15 at Petete Palisa district. Maiso’s passing was met with an...
Today In History, Florida’s Role In American Civil War
Florida’s role in the American Civil War was significant, despite being the least populous state below the Mason-Dixon line. With at least 17,000 Floridians fighting...
The Rise and Fall of Yury Andropov: A Life of Power and Politics
Yury Andropov was a pivotal figure in Soviet politics, serving as the head of the KGB from 1967 to 1982 and later as the General...
Tribute to Council Anthony Wameli: 2 Years Since His Passing
Former Bubulo East MP contestant and the head of the National Unity Platform (NUP) party’s legal department, Anthony Wameli, has passed away. He had been...