In a time when infections were often fatal, a remarkable discovery was made that would change the course of medical history. Alexander Fleming, a Scottish bacteriologist, stumbled upon penicillin by accident. His initial observation involved a mold contaminating his bacterial cultures, which unexpectedly killed the growth of bacteria. This seemingl… Read More

On January 15th, 1919, a horrifying disaster struck Boston's North End. A massive structure containing approximately 2 million gallons of molasses ruptured. The sticky goo surged through the streets like a tidal wave, obliterating everything in its path. Scores of people were killed, and many more were injured. Buildings were reduced to rubble, an… Read More