New Zealand Rugby Initiates the Haka in 1888
The Haka has become a popular trait of international rugby but where did it all start?
History Today
5 Iconic Moments From the 90’s That Shaped a Generation
There's a reason, well, several in fact, as to why millennials are who they are.
Stacy Allison: the First American Woman to Climb Mount Everest
Climbing Mount Everest is extremely difficult, but in September of 1988, Allison finally did it.
What Do You Really Know About the Moon Landing?
Every summer, on July 20th, America celebrates Moon Day, marking that pivotal day in 1969 when Neil Armstrong made..
The Secret Story Behind Some Of The Beatles’ Most Popular Songs
Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds
Considered one of the most famous Beatles' songs to date, Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds..
Bus Driver Saved a Toddler Strolling in the Cold
A female bus driver went above and beyond her duty when she stopped driving to save an unexpected passenger: a barefoot..
The History Behind Brunch
Love it or hate it, the time-honored testament to a meal in place of breakfast and lunch we call Brunch has existed..
The Most Epic Pranks in April Fools’ Day History
The tradition of pulling pranks on each other on the first day of April dates back centuries.
World
For Years the Okapi was Believed to be a Mythical Creature, But What is it Exactly?
Upon first spotting an okapi, most people would assume it's related to zebras, but that's not the case.
Why You Don’t See Family Dollar Stores Anymore
Dollar Tree Inc., the parent company of budget stores, Dollar Tree and Family Dollar, closed 390 stores during 2019...
The Only Interesting Thing About the Swedish King Adolf Frederick’s Life Is the Way He Died
Adolf Frederick, King of Sweden, had a pretty unremarkable life. And then he died.
Europe’s Werewolf Trials Were Wilder Than You Realize
The act of transforming into a werewolf was called Lycanthropy. The accused were as doomed as women accused of..
The Day Galileo Revealed His First-Ever Telescope
Galileo was strongly condemned for creating the first refracting telescope, but it marked the start of space discovery.
A Look At Nomadic Communities And Their Fascinating Lives
Even in these modern times, millions of people around the world live as nomads. Here's a glimpse into their lives.
The Strangest Products From Amazon That People Actually Love
Do you ever catch yourself browsing through Amazon and coming across a product that's just so ... strange? There's..