The Museo del Prado in central Madrid draws thousands of visitors annually. The Spanish national art museum has an extensive collection of artworks spanning from the 12th century onward. However, many visitors may not know the extreme measures taken to safeguard the museum’s…

Severe floods caused by heavy rain have affected the Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Sul for the past two weeks. More than 100 people died due to the floods, while over 700 have been reported injured. This is considered the worst flooding in Brazil in over 80 years. Learn more…

Thousands of large stone jars are spread across the upland valleys and lower foothills of the central plain of the Xiangkhoang Plateau, in Laos. This archaeological site is referred to as the Plain of Jars. 🧵⬇️ (1/5)

World War II in Europe officially ended on 8 May 1945. Known as Victory in Europe or VE Day, this day marks the formal acceptance of Germany's unconditional surrender of its armed forces by the Allies of World War II. Several countries observe public holidays on this day each…

German pianist and composer Johannes Brahms was born on this day in 1833. The detailed construction of Brahms's works was a starting point and an inspiration for a generation of composers. Take a moment now to listen to three of his classical works. 🎶⬇️ Keep learning ➡️… pic.twitter.com/7GM0…