Month: May 2024

What Happened On May 10th? May 10th, 1994 was one of the most historical days in South Africa ever. A nation, scarred by centuries of racial division, was on the precipice of a monumental change. After a grueling struggle against apartheid, a system of racial segregation that controlled the country for over 300 years, South Africa was finally ready for a new era. So, on this day, the weight of history settled on the shoulders of one man – Nelson Mandela. Mandela wasn't your typical politician. Nicknamed "Madiba" by his admirers, he had spent 27 years imprisoned for his anti-apartheid activism. Yet, his spirit persisted. As he famously emerged from prison with a…

What Happened On May 9th? Well, May 9th, 2012 was supposed to be a day of national pride in Russia. Known as Victory Day, the country usually commemorated the country's triumph over Nazi Germany in World War II on May 9th.  Amidst the celebratory atmosphere, however, bad news was spreading. A brand-new Sukhoi Superjet 100 (SSJ-100), a symbol of Russia's resurgent aviation industry, had set out, but crashed. Why The Airline Was A Big Deal This regional jet, was the first civilian airliner entirely designed and built in Russia since the beginning of the Soviet Union in 1922. Engineers poured nearly 20 years of work and innovation into…