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Ancient

Ofek Hagag |

Three Little-Known Facts About Queen Elizabeth Stuart

Elizabeth Stuart was one of the most intriguing monarchs England has ever produced. Enjoy some lesser-known facts about..

Ofek Hagag |

Sink Your Teeth Into Ancient Dentistry

We like to think that ancient civilizations had no sense of personal or dental hygiene. But we're wrong.

Ofek Hagag |

Archaeological Findings That Tell Us About Life in Ancient Pompeii

Pompeii has been an archaeological magnet for decades. There are still plenty of findings in there waiting to be..

Ish Bautista |

Feta Cheese and How it First Appeared in Homer’s Odyssey

The history behind this well-known cheese isn't talked about enough and it dates back to the time of Homer's Odyssey.

Ish Bautista |

Tracing the Origin of Spoons and Their Evolution 

Here are some interesting facts about the evolution of spoons and how different they are before compared to today.

Michelle Muller |

When Did We Start Thinking About Aliens?

It's fascinating to see the history behind our preconceived ideas about aliens and the very concept itself.

Phelia Cantara |

Dinosaurs Were Thriving Before Asteroid Hit

Some say that dinosaurs were declining before the catastrophic event over 66 million years ago. Apparently, that's a..

Zoe Karbe |

These John Ford Westerns Will Never Be Forgotten

Legendary filmmaker John Ford directed 140 films! These few films shaped the Western genre we know and love today.

History Today

Zoe Karbe |

Here’s a Brief History of The Emoji

Emojis have come along way, and are now far more than the standard yellow smiley of yesteryear; but where do they come..

David Ralph Retuya |

Strange Comic Book Adaptations That Are Hilariously Weird and Interesting

Comic books made a grand comeback a few years ago, with superhero blockbusters hitting cinemas and televisions one after..

Paul Abhishek |

The Evolution of Television

Television is one of the most outstanding innovations of our time. It has quite a history! Check out some of its..

Ofek Hagag |

What Do You Really Know About the Moon Landing?

Here are some lesser-known facts you might like to know about the pivotal day when human feet touched the moon.

Mark Villanueva |

The Origin of Dog Training 

Let us glance back to how dog training had developed over the past few years.

Zoe Perry |

Remembering Your Favorite ‘The Facts Of Life’ Stars

With an astonishing run of 210 episodes,  the beloved TV series, The Facts of Life gave true insight into what it was..

Zoe Karbe |

Stonewall Inn: Where LGBTQ Pride All Began

Ever wondered how the Pride March came to be? Before the 1960s, it was just a glint in the eyes of a handful of..

Mysteries

Ella Julius |

The Truth About History’s Biggest Misconceptions

What if we were to tell you the most common stories accepted as facts couldn't be further from the truth?

Ofek Hagag |

From Witch Hunting to Witchcraft Allegations: Who Was Giles Corey?

Few men have suffered the consequences of the infamous Salem witch trials. This is Giles Corey's story.

David Ralph Retuya |

How Prince Charles is Related to Count Dracula

Prince Charles hails from a powerful bloodline of famed dignitaries and rulers. One of them is non-other than Count..

Ofek Hagag |

What’s at the Bottom of the Oak Island Money Pit?

Oak Island, off the coast of Nova Scotia, has sparked the curiosity of many for centuries.

Paul Abhishek |

The Mysterious Ninth Legion of Ancient Rome

Known as the Ninth Legion, one of the most fearsome elite units in the Roman Empire mysteriously went completely..

Michelle Muller |

The Tragic History Most People Don’t Know About McDonalds

If you were to ask the average McDonald's customer who founded the fast-food empire, they'd guess it was somebody named..

David Ralph Retuya |

The Language We Speak Affects Our Perception Of Life

A series of tests made by scholars concluded that knowledge in words might alter a human's visual perception.

Michelle Muller |

The Scientific Mystery of Why Humans Like Music?

From an evolutionary point of view, it makes no sense whatsoever that music affects our emotions as they do.

World

Ella Julius |

The Surprising and Inspiring History of Pretzels

From monks to bakers, let's look back at the surprising and inspiring history of this snack.

Janusa sangma |

Best History Books of all Times

A list of the best history books of all time is, quite frankly, impossible. We managed to do it!

Ella Julius |

3 of Hollywood’s Most Rebellious Women

Along with expectations comes rebellion. These Hollywood "bad girls" found themselves repeatedly amid scandal.

Paul Abhishek |

Little Known Facts About the Taj Mahal

Apart from being a masterpiece, the Taj Mahal has become a symbol of love. Read on to learn four unknown facts about it.

Ofek Hagag |

Introduction to the Spirits of Voodoo

No dolls or needles. Here is a little peek into the spirit world of the Voodoo religion.

Paul Abhishek |

Egyptian Archeological Discoveries and Where They Are Displayed Now

Egyptian civilization has a glorious past. Read on to find out about a few of the country's fascinating discoveries.

Rouella Midel-Bagiscan |

Uncovered: Lactating Spiders Feed Milk to Their Young

Although mammary glands aren’t used, some spiders produce fluid for their young ones to feed on.

Sports

Ofek Hagag |

The Humble Beginnings of the NFL

The biggest, highest-earning sports league on the planet started with a group of passionate men from Canton, Ohio.

Ella Julius |

The 5 Highest-Grossing Sports Films of All Time

Some of the highest-grossing sports films of all time may surprise you, while others will come as no surprise at all.

Ofek Hagag |

Three Gladiators You Have to Know About

Gladiators have long been inspiring art and culture. Here are three of the most famous, most ferocious ones in history.

Ella Julius |

Is Babe Ruth Responsible for the Pinstripes on the Yankees’ Uniform?

Rumor has it that the New York Yankees added their famous pinstripes to make Babe Ruth look thinner.

Jen Aguilar |

Last Years 5 Highest-Paid NBA Players

There’s no doubt that the NBA is booming, and some of its superstars are among the highest-paid athletes in the world...

Ish Bautista |

How Muay Thai Came to Be

Muay Thai, also known as Thai boxing, has come a long way in the past few centuries.

Mila Serfontein |

New Zealand Rugby Initiates the Haka in 1888

The Haka has become a popular trait of international rugby but where did it all start?

Ofek Hagag |

Surprisingly Famous Male Cheerleaders Nobody Told You About

Most men couldn't handle being professional cheerleaders. Here are a few surprising male celebrities who could.