Kushani Gunathilaka

In the 1920s, a period marked by rapid technological advancements and a newfound sense of adventure, the world of aviation was no less than a playground for the brave. Among those who carried challenging roles was Gladys Roy. Gladys performed many different stunts but one, in particular, stands out. She played tennis on the wings…

Imagine surviving not one, not two, but three of the most catastrophic shipwrecks in history, including the infamous Titanic! Meet Violet Jessop, a woman whose life story reads like an adventure novel, filled with danger, and resilience. Born on 2 October 1887, Violet was very ill and almost fatal in her childhood. Defying her troubled…

Robin Williams left an unforgettable mark not only as a remarkable comedian and actor but also through his humanitarian efforts. One of his most remarkable contributions was his effort to support homeless people. Williams had a ‘special clause’ in the contracts of his movie projects. He has helped over 1500 people. The beloved actor was…

Imagine a roller coaster: the loops, the speed, the screams of excitement. Now, picture a roller coaster designed not for thrills, but to end life! Sounds like something out of a dark, futuristic novel, right? Meet the ‘Euthanasia Coaster’, a conceptual art project by Julijonas Urbonas that has sparked both controversy and fascination. This ride…

In 1925, Alaska was swept with a deadly sickness called diphtheria. It badly threatened over 10,000 people in Nome. They urgently needed medicine, called antitoxin, to save them. This is the story of a real-life superhero dog named Togo, who led a team across the coldest, most dangerous paths to deliver this cure. Many know…

In a world where contemporary art continuously challenges the norms, one artist, Maurizio Cattelan, stands out. Known for his dark humor and controversial artworks, Cattelan’s piece titled “Comedian“—a banana duct-taped to a wall gained worldwide attention. This bizarre banana art was valued at a jaw-dropping $120,000! However, his masterpiece worth thousands of dollars got eaten…

Imagine a world where one tragic event sparks a global movement, turning despair into hope for families worldwide. This is the story of January 13, AMBER Alert Awareness Day, commemorating 9-year-old Amber Hagerman, whose fate changed how we search for missing children. Her abduction and murder in 1996 weren’t in vain; they became the bedrock…

Have you ever heard of someone turning back time, not through myth or magic, but through science? Joseph Dituri, a dedicated professor at the University of South Florida, has achieved what sounds like a plot from a sci-fi novel. This 50-year-old claims to have reversed his aging by 10 years—thanks to a 93-day underwater stay….

In the heart of Palermo, Sicily, lies a mystery that’s both haunting and fascinating. Rosalia Lombardo was just a child when she passed away in 1920. However, thanks to an extraordinary embalming process by Alfredo Salafia, she rests in the Capuchin catacombs, looking as peaceful as if she were merely sleeping. But it’s not her…