272. pre-Fedex times in the Dark Continent

What did Chuma and Susi carry from Chitambo's village (in modern day Zambia) to Bagamoyo (on the coast of modern day Tanzania) and transfer to British authorities?

271. Encore! after two centuries...

Europa riconosciutam, an opera in two acts by Antonio Salieri, was first performed on August 3, 1778. The opera was next performed on December 7, 2004. Since the work had not been performed for so long, scores had to be re-printed from scratch, working from the original manuscripts.

For what reason was this opera performed, both times?

270. Ask your mom.....

One of the most widely recognized block patterns frequently encountered in Embroidery and Applique work.

What is it called?